When Emma’s sons went to war

During WWII, Emma Bushee’s sons served across six continents, writes her grandson James Bushee. At home, she waited for their letters — and tried to pray them home safe.

Perimenopause? That’s punk rock.

Doctors call perimenopause “reverse puberty.” But, fueled by punk rock, I’ve embraced it — and the accompanying feeling of being in an emotional mosh pit, writes Globe reporter Brooke Hauser.

PERSPECTIVE

Boston wasn’t always a progressive bulwark. Then came Ray Flynn.

Some may take Boston’s progressivism for granted, writes Don Gillis. However, 40 years ago, Mayor Ray Flynn played a vital role in transforming the city into the liberal hub it is today.

CONNECTIONS

An unexpected encounter

While I was working as an intern physician, I encountered one of my patients sleeping overnight at a train station, writes Dr. Sathvik Namburar. Seeing him forced me to confront my own limitations.

COOKING

Daily bread

Get your butter, sugar, and flour ready, because it’s World Baking Day. Christopher Kimball and the cooks at Milk Street share recipes from across the world, including Greek Olive Bread with Rosemary and Oregano, that can help unite bakers everywhere.

MISS CONDUCT CLASSICS

Pay a visit
For years, this reader has invited friends to a summer beach cottage and has paid for the food. With prices rising, is there a gentle way to ask guests to contribute? We’re diving deep into 20 years of Miss Conduct — this column is from 2008 — to uncover conundrums you may have missed.

LOVE LETTERS

Tale as old as time
Is it still worth dating at almost 70, asks a reader? Meredith provides advice on how — and why — to seek love as an older dater.

Submit your relationship questions. And check out the Love Letters podcast here.

DINNER WITH CUPID

“We stayed at the restaurant till close.” Will these two scientists find chemistry?​​​​​​​

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