Mindy Pollack-Fusi

Mindy is also a freelance writer for The Boston Globe.

Here are some of her most popular articles and essays through the years.

Published Essays and Articles

My Father’s Daughter

I think my father truly “saw” me for the first time three summers ago while sitting on cozy couches in President Shimon Peres’s private...

My House and I Undergo Makeovers

This summer my house and I are celebrating 30 years together, although with so many modifications we hardly recognize each other anymore.

‘This Old House’ Renovated My Childhood Home

My parents unbolted the front door of my childhood home in Lexington only for parties.

Saying Goodbye to Your Childhood Home

Two years ago, on the day my aging parents moved from their three-story home of 45 years, they expressed little sentiment.

Finding Stability and a Companion From Large Service Dogs

Stanley frequents Nashoba Brook Bakery in Concord, but not for the pastries and sandwiches.

As their nests empty, life changes direction for many women

Two summers ago, Jill Kerner Schon listened as a friend from Atlanta described a fabulous painting she created at “one of those fun places

Art therapy: A way to tell their stories

Some cope with mental, emotional, intellectual, or physical limitations. Others live with addictions, or are homeless.

They’re game for playing

Competitive sports give 50- and 60-something participants a boost — along with aches, pains.

Not Too Late For Love

Finding the right companion is always challenging, but these seniors met their match.

Merry happy

Despite our different beliefs, my husband and our two daughters from previous marriages have discovered a way to navigate Christmas and Hanu