At least we like to think of it as love, though botanists will tell you it's raw, nasty, funkadelic, unapologetically opportunistic sex. Yes, pollen is how adult plants make baby plants (well, okay--one of the ways--they're crafty, and persistent, and have numerous procreative techniques). And pollen, like sex, makes many of us sneeze. One of... Read More

First, we have to honor the passing, and the soul, of great American artist Richie Havens. These days, few CDs are worth owning. But get yourself a copy of his legendary "Mixed Bag", tonight. Queen Mary, she's my friend. Until about 1960, every society and culture made a lot of politically incorrect remarks about women,... Read More