Sukkot and a New Ecosystem of Jewish Leadership
A teaching from Sukkot merits our attention. Amid the building of huts and the welcoming of guests, the gathering of … Continue Reading
How I Learned Empathy From A “Baby On Board” Sign
“What a dumb sign”, I thought. And then I thought some more.
God, Our Mother Eagle
Bald eagles are everywhere in my Pacific Northwest region. On my street, brave eagles try (unsuccessfully) to eat baby crows. … Continue Reading
Knowing the Past to Build the Future
Both of my kids have bad allergies, so every time I see my daughter scrunch her nose and widen her … Continue Reading
What I Learned From The Documentary, “Love And Stuff”
The film Love and Stuff caused me to reflect on my own experience of losing my mother.
Why do we need Moses to keep talking?
According to the commentator, Nachmanides, Moses finishes reviewing the commandments and stipulations of the Torah by Deuteronomy 26:16. This already … Continue Reading
The Jewish Month Of Elul Reminds Us That Nothing Ever Stays The Same
Elul reminds us that change is the only guarantee in the physical world.
I have a story for you… and a ‘wee dram.’
There’s something about whisky and story-telling that makes them a special kind of blend. In any setting where a ‘wee … Continue Reading