Spring is a time of great awakenings and renewal in nature. It has many wonderful things to offer in terms of the burgeoning of plant life and a time when we can feel free to travel without the barriers and risks associated with winter.
So why is it that I find myself more erratic in my mood every spring. This paradox is possibly in less need of analysis than it is in acceptance and understanding.
That gives me pause to appreciate the availability of the Men’s Center as a consistent source of support for nearly a hundred men that attend one of our support groups on a weekly basis. There is nothing more important in adversity than finding a place with consistency. I believe that the Men’s Center continues to function after over thirty years as a reflection of the needs of men to have a safe, supportive environment. I am proud to serve in this important organization.
I am reminded of the many stories that I have heard of men bravely surviving adversity and sharing their stories with others. I am commonly reminded of strength in their own survival abilities, but also the strength in healing and support in sharing. I am grateful for the availability of the Twin Cities Men Center for those who seek out support.
Bobby Schauerhamer,
Board Chair
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We are pleased to offer our members a unique and extensive collection of quality reading on men’s topics.
As a Men's Center member, you are eligible to check out books from our library. The next issue of Men's talk will list the recently donated books – watch for it!
And while you are enjoying our many book resources, consider a browsing our large and growing selection of periodicals.
- Men’s Health
- Lavender
- Transitions
- Men’s Journal
- Voice Male
- Fathering Today
Recently Added to the Library
Recovering from Boyhood Sexual Abuse, a documentary CD by Ethan Delavan, donated by Dr. Mic Hunter, an educational TV talk show about the GLBT community produced by Kim Pride, and Love! Valor! Compassion! Tandem Video. The above are available for check-out in the Men's Center Office.
Book Returns Needed:
Some of these books have become so important in our members’ lives that they seem to have been out since I had hair. While we have no specific time limit, please consider if you are still using any Men’s Center books you now have, and return them to availability.
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