The world just became a bit awesomer
Briefly noted: A Theory of Justice: The Musical appears to be for real.
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Tackling a touchy subject
I was a practicing pediatrician for several years before I finally became a parent myself. During this time period I was called upon to dole out all manner of advice, which I truly believed to have been helpful. However, upon… Continue Reading
When You Can’t Score an Autism Diagnosis
This is the third in a week-long series on being the parent of a child with severe multiple disabilities. This is cross-posted at the main page. A couple of months ago, a mother of a child with the same rare… Continue Reading
Well, She Looked 18!
How old was Justice when she posed for this sculpture? So, I learn from Slate that Lindsey Bullard was 14 years old and on Spring Break when she was stopped by two men and asked to bare her breasts while… Continue Reading
How we found out
This is the second in a week-long series of posts on being a parent of a child with a severe multiple disabilities. This is how we found out that our second son (whom I will call James) has severe disabilities.… Continue Reading
Unsolicited advice for the GOP (a local follow-up) [Updated!]
Dear pals in the Maine Republican Party — A few days ago I offered some pointers to my friends on the other end of the political spectrum from me. Specifically, I suggested that there are certain kinds of people the… Continue Reading
Space awesomest conversation ever
First: apologies for the radio silence. I have been futilely applying for jobs, finishing up the dissertation, and teaching two classes. As I finish up job apps, I should have a bit more time. There are a series of posts… Continue Reading
On politics and grace
Over at the main page, Mike posed the following question: If the GOP announced today that they have been wrong about gay marriage, asked for forgiveness and called for an immediate legalization in all 50 states… would you be any… Continue Reading
Stupid Tuesday questions, Mickey Mantle* edition
A little while back, I expressed myself inelegantly on Twitter. Specifically, I admitted to having a crush on Emma Watson, erstwhile Hermione. In response, fellow Ordinary Sam indicated that perhaps there was something a wee bit unseemly about a fellow… Continue Reading
The silver lining on the Romney campaign
I was no great fan of Mitt Romney’s, as I think I’ve already made quite clear. I didn’t like him. I didn’t vote for him. I’m glad he lost. However, as much fun as it has been to watch people… Continue Reading