The Curveball, Part II

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The second in a six-part series chronicling the birth of Michelle and Dennis Teravainen’s second child, August, who was born with Down’s syndrome.

A Pearl

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Tom Matlack celebrates the remarkable life of his great-aunt, Pearl Buck, the first American woman to win the Nobel Prize in Literature.

The Wussification of Youth Sports

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Mark St. Amant thinks that one youth soccer league’s twist on the mercy role (score too many goals, and you automatically lose) is a sure sign that we’re careening toward Crazyville.

I am a Good Man. I am a Good Man. I am a Good Man.

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A sex addict finds that it’s not always easy to believe the affirmations he learned in treatment.

The Curveball, Part I: August in July

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The first in a six-part series chronicling the birth of Michelle and Dennis Teravainen’s second child, August, who was born with Down’s syndrome.

Middle Age Suicide

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Middle age is reportedly the happiest time of life for most Americans. So, why are middle-aged men at such high risk for suicide?

Courting a Transition

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Tom Forrister describes how his decision to transition from female to male impacted his marriage.

Why Do These Wimps Need Their Own Magazine?

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Tom Matlack responds to comments on the recent story about the Good Men Project Magazine that appeared in the Boston Globe.

Ten Ignominious Moments In Dad History

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From Michael Jackson to Homer Simpson, we pay homage to dads who leave a little something to be desired.

8 Good Men Behind Powerful Women

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Meryl Streep. Margaret Thatcher. Oprah. Meet the men behind the power women.