J.P. Devine writes a love letter to what Tom Hanks called ‘brilliant combinations of art and engineering.’
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On the Edge: Being part Irish
J.P. Devine ponders his Irish ancestry and the fierce proudness that comes with it.
On the Edge: It’s a puzzle
J.P. Devine mulls the popularity of jigsaw puzzles and how they fit into our lives.
In the field: Fishing with Franz
Smelts, moose meat, beer and memories with a friend are reminders of a time-honored Maine tradition, Ron Joseph writes.
Thinking Things Through: Saying goodbye to a dog who lived a charmed life
Liz Soares recounts the life and final days of Martha, her 15-year-old Lab-pit bull mix.
On the Edge: Lent is back
The return of the annual Catholic season of sacrifice has J.P. Devine listing five modern ways to observe Lent to make positive changes to his lifestyle.
Backyard Naturalist: Climate change bubbles
Climate scientists have been right all along, and there is basically no time left to be patient with people who do not know what they are talking about, Dana Wilde writes.
On the Edge: Three blind mice laughing
J.P. Devine is feeling guilt in the pursuit of catching household rodents.
Backyard Naturalist: Flowers in February
Snowdrops, blossoming out of February snow, are a sign that life recurs within the very fabric of winter itself, Dana Wilde writes.
On the Edge: Mary and her Twinkie
J.P. Devine remembers a day many years ago when his first Valentine reemerged in a chance encounter.