On most work days, I arrive at the tattoo parlor around 11:30 before the doors open at noon. I check messages and call people back. I clean up whatever I may have left lying around the night before and get the shop organized — at least relative to my standards. Those who have sat in my chair […]
In my last article I talked about my personal relationship with alcohol and asked the question: Do I drink too much? This week I want to talk about the broader issue: Do we ALL drink too much? First let me say that by “ALL” I mean people like me — women in our 30s and […]
What exactly is bushcraft? Even after checking Wikipedia, following many hobbyists on Instagram, and getting detailed descriptions from various friends of mine with whom I partake, I am still not 100% sure what it is. At its most basic, it is the application of wilderness survival skills. Starting a fire with flint and steel, constructing […]
Dear C, Everywhere I go, people are trying to cut in line, grab the parking space I was about to back into, and put me on hold. If I stand up to them, they act like I’m the problem. If I defend myself, they get nasty. Last night, I’m at the bakery one minute after […]
Much like New Year’s Eve, the soon thereafter Valentine’s Day is often characterized by high expectations and even higher levels of inevitable disappointment. Even if you are lucky enough to have a significant other to spend the day with, how can you ever really rise above the typical flowers and chocolate? Sure, you should be […]
“We are stardust, we are golden… and we’ve got to get ourselves back to the garden.” Joni Mitchell As icy winds howl outside, I feel as if a part of my soul has died. Spring is a distant dream … but the annual Spring Flower and Garden Show at the RI Convention Center is coming, […]
Greetings! My name is Kimberly and I help people maximize their mojo and slam dunk shame. In other words, I am a certified sex therapist. Through this recurring column, I hope to offer practical information and fun suggestions to enhance your pleasure. Here are some quick tips to jump start your Valentine’s Day with savvy […]
Important note: Phillipe and Jorge deeply mourn the passing of our longtime friend Buddy Cianci. See our special reminiscences and tribute to him. Whaddya Expect? Phillipe and Jorge hope the members of the House Oversight Committee (the “Out, Damn Spot!” Committee), looking into the 38 Studios scandal have compost piles at home so they can […]
If you’re sitting in a room with two of your closest friends, chances are they’re dating, met online and you’re the sad single sack who hasn’t tried Tinder yet. Just kidding! Don’t be sad. Maybe they met on Happn, Grindr, Hinge, Hitch, Coffee Meets Bagel, Match.com, HowAboutWe, Down, PlentyOfFish, OkCupid or — if you’re lucky […]
Do you have a nickname? My family called me “Honey” until I was about 25, and my little brother Chris calls me “Ner.” What do you never leave home without? A cell phone, prayer beads and Chapstick. What’s your favorite movie? Wayne’s World What’s the least romantic Valentine’s Day gift you ever received? When I […]