January 8, 2012 Photos of the Year

The admissions dating game

It’s an age-old question: Will colleges love me or love me not? By Ian Mark

What our fascination with Mitt Romney’s dog Seamus says about our culture

The writer who unearthed the story of Seamus, the dog Mitt Romney once strapped in a carrier to the car roof for a drive to Canada, reflects on why the anecdote won’t go away. By Neil Swidey

Globe Magazine


Mass. voting maps reflect State House evolution

For the first time in decades, the Legislature managed to create new state legislative and US congressional districts that, by and large, put the voters’ interests above the politicians’. By Scott Helman

First Person/Andy Falender


Andy Falender steps down from Appalachian Mountain Club

After 23 years, he reflects on his proudest achievements, biggest regrets, and favorite hikes and huts. By Doug Most

Dinner With Cupid


Blind date at Zocalo in the South End

Will these two blind daters see their way forward?

Cooking


Recipe for sausages and peppers, cooked three ways

Three recipes to prepare the classic combination. By Adam Ried

Kitchen Aide

Pickled peppers

A user’s guide By Adam Reid

On the Block

Weston’s least-expensive single-family homes for sale

The houses are cheap - for Weston, that is. By Vanessa Parks

Behind the Scene

Photograph by Essdras M Suarez

Copley Square, Boston December 24, 2011

Tales From the City

LOL car

A Maine moment, don’t be such a pill, and spare bills.

Letters

Boston Globe Magazine letters to the editor

Readers respond to recent stories, including keeping up with Christmas and something you might not know about Harvard.