Recuperating “masculinity” with meat eating.

Since The Sexual Politics of Meat was published, I have noticed that many popular culture appeals to men (especially white, heterosexual men), seem to be rebuilding what feminism and veganism have threatened. In terms of the sexual politics of meat, we see several recuperative responses that seek to reinstate manhood, meat eating, and both interactively.

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Caregivers are artists of attention and assistance.

Caregivers are artists of attention and assistance. As we respond to urgent needs, something is working in our consciousness helping to center our thoughts and focus our responses. For my caregiving, that something was Jane Austen. I came to Jane Austen in my 50s, which was when I needed her. Her novels gave me joy as I was immersed in caregiving.

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