What I’m Really Thinking When I Say Kaddish For My Father
What is the true meaning of the mourner’s Kaddish?
Everything I need to know about dying with dignity I learned from a houseplant
Life lessons from a dying plant
When Success Is Still Challenging
The other night, my wife and I were watching TV when a Christmas ad came up, telling people about “holiday … Continue Reading
Forgiving My Grandpa For Surviving The Holocaust While His Family Died
Looking at him again now through post-pandemic eyes, Grandpa seems heroic.
Have We Stopped Dreaming?
In times of prolonged pain, be it emotional or physical, our world constricts and perspectives contract. We focus on the … Continue Reading
Coping With The Loss Of A Grandparent
The death of a grandparent can be traumatic to children of any age, especially during the pandemic.
Inviting Kids To Make History By Reading About Hanukkah: A conversation with Emily Singer, author of Gilgul
Emily Singer is the author of a new book — one receiving good attention in many quarters, including a warm … Continue Reading
The Great Forgiving
This week’s Torah portion always gets me in the gut. It’s the story of Jacob returning to his long-estranged brother … Continue Reading
I Protested Antisemitism At The School Board And Nearly Was Removed
Hate is spreading at school boards across the country.
And I Did Not Know…
“I GOT ONE!” With the recent announcement by the CDC that the Pfizer vaccine has been approved for children ages … Continue Reading