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The Backyard

A mountain of sand, a game of cops and robbers, a pod of humpback whales

May 2016

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Bosses

A manager’s lament, a meddling husband, a reporter’s revenge

April 2016

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The Sofa

Napping with dogs, lodging with strangers, destroying the evidence

March 2016

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Breakfast

A chocolate sundae, a perfect joint, a freed man’s first meal

February 2016

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Being Single

Getting in shape, losing a spouse, forgiving an ex

January 2016

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Flying

A difficult passenger, a stormy ride, a passionate encounter

December 2015

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Saying No

A frat party, a swastika, a peach

November 2015

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Noise

A crowing rooster, a distant train, a passionate neighbor

October 2015

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Making Ends Meet

Being rootless, hunting without a license, choosing to stay

September 2015

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Breasts

Breast-feeding, skinny-dipping, and Christmas shopping

August 2015

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Leaving Home

Crossing the border, avoiding the draft, living on the streets

July 2015

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Doors

A fire drill, an ancient site, a magical opening

June 2015

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