Michael SimmsJul 1, 20215 minSocial JusticeThe Courage of TeachersIn 1987, students gathered in front of the admin building angry over the corruption of the university’s board. The crowd was getting...
Michael SimmsSep 26, 20205 minHealth & NutritionA Few Thoughts from a Cowboy VeganI grew up in Texas beef country down the street from a world-famous barbecue stand. I didn’t become a vegan until I was 56 years old. I...
Michael SimmsMay 10, 20205 minHealth & NutritionOn my recent experience with Covid (maybe)Yesterday afternoon when I got home from the hospital and booted my computer, I was overwhelmed by the thousands of people who sent me...
Michael SimmsAug 11, 20197 minHealth & NutritionOn the Spectrum with Garrison KeillorI have a mild version of Asperger’s syndrome — also known as “high functioning autism.”
Michael SimmsJun 15, 20164 minEnviromentalism The Apothecary in the Back YardIn our garden of blueberry, elderberry, rose, zinnia, sage, oregano, and tomato, Eva and I have decided to reserve a corner that will be...