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Close Friendships
I met Lou in the spring of 2019. I was recently widowed, trying to find my place in the world without my wife of 39 years. I met him on the tennis court. He was the convener of a mixed doubles drop-in session. I was picking up activities I had not done since I was a teenager. The funeral director had warned me that I needed a social network, that otherwise I would just hang around the house and fade away. We had just moved to a new city four months previous, so this was a concern for me. I had written "Tennis? Bridge?" on a note pad as ideas for meeting people.
By Paul A. Merkley23 minutes ago in Men
Michael Jackson: The Life and Legacy of the King of Pop
Michael Jackson was an American singer, songwriter, dancer, and philanthropist whose impact on popular culture remains unmatched. Known worldwide as the “King of Pop,” he revolutionized music, dance, and visual performance, shaping the modern entertainment industry. With record-breaking albums, innovative music videos, and a career spanning over four decades, Jackson became one of the most successful and recognizable figures in global history.
By Haroon Pasha2 days ago in Men
What Fathers Uniquely Provide
The Error of Treating Parenting Roles as Functionally Identical Modern parenting theory often begins with the assumption that mothers and fathers are largely interchangeable, differing only in style or temperament. From this view, any deficits in one parent can be compensated for by the other through increased emotional effort, sensitivity, or presence. Parenting becomes a question of intention and quantity rather than function and role. This assumption is appealing because it aligns with cultural preferences for symmetry and fairness, but it collapses under closer examination of developmental outcomes.
By Peter Thwing - Host of the FST Podcast4 days ago in Men
The Measure of Strength
Rashid had always believed that being a man meant showing no weakness. Growing up, his father had drilled the idea into him through harsh words and strict discipline: a man must endure, a man must provide, a man must protect. Rashid followed the code diligently, hiding doubts and fears, stuffing emotions into corners of his mind where no one could see. Yet by the time he turned twenty-eight, he realized that the weight of unspoken burdens had grown heavier than any physical challenge he had faced.
By Sudais Zakwan8 days ago in Men
SHEESH Going Off: 2 vs. 1 Goes Down On 6th Street In Austin, Texas!
What can be said about these fights in these streets? Especially, when there are more than one battler involved, there begs a question as to the levels of force exhibited by those who wish to engage in such behavior. In this particular spat, it appears as if a few Hispanics in Texas throw down because of what is unclear.
By Skyler Saunders11 days ago in Men
The Standard of a Man
Ever since the Industrial Era ended, men have struggled to find genuine masculine mentors. Spoiled by comfortable office positions, our hands have grown tender and our determination has weakened. We've transformed into the classic corporate 'yes men' – spineless individuals who sneak around with daggers ready, seeking victims to betray in our climb up the ladder of monetary achievement. We might wonder, "Perhaps women will find me attractive now that I own this stylish vehicle and fancy apartment."
By LaMarion Ziegler13 days ago in Men
How to Build a Foldable Wooden Coffee Table
This project shows you how to build a compact, foldable coffee table that is sturdy when open and slim when folded. Every measurement, cut, and screw placement is explained clearly, so you don’t need prior woodworking experience or guesswork.
By Stefan Toader20 days ago in Men
The Coffee Shop Connection
It all began on a quiet Monday morning in a small coffee shop tucked away on a side street. Anna was sitting at her usual corner table, laptop open, trying to finish a report before work. She loved the calm of the early hours, the smell of fresh coffee, and the soft hum of conversation around her. That’s when she noticed him—a man standing in line, scanning the menu with a furrowed brow. Their eyes met briefly, and Anna felt a strange flutter in her chest. She shook her head, telling herself it was nothing, but the moment lingered.
By Sudais Zakwan20 days ago in Men
