What I Wish Had Been Said At The Funeral For A Young Suicide Victim
We can’t take away the pain of those suffering, but we can be there with them so they know they’re not alone.
Why I Get Sentimental About Old Kitchen Appliances
It’s the battle I choose to wage against our consumerist society.
The Man Who Entertained Germans With Vile Antisemitic Propaganda
Through his weekly rag, Der Sturmer, Streicher helped Hitler spread anti-semitic propaganda to the masses in Germany.
Nothing But A Burning Light: Bruce Cockburn, The Artist As Activist
Canadian musician, Bruce Cockburn, delivers powerful messages of peace and justice through his music.
Biblical Wisdom For Current Days: When Words Fail, It’s Time To Scream
Just as the biblical Tamar, it is time for us to scream against the injustices against our democracy.
When A Bar Mitzvah Follows A Shiva: Finding Comfort After Losing My Mom
It felt fitting that my son’s Bar Mitzvah was on Shabbat Nachamu, the Sabbath of Consolation.
It’s Hard To Compete With Simplistic Spiritual Leaders
Is there room for people who think more deeply and want more proof of spiritual experiences?
Is Overuse Of Profanity Harming Our Society?
Many years ago, I was heading into a store with two of my children, then around 10 and 12. In … Continue Reading
The Wisdom In Carroll’s Nonsensical Poem, The Walrus And The Carpenter
Perhaps we could all do with a little more nonsense.
My New iPad, A Woman’s Claw-Like Nails, And Me: A Bad Mix
Stephanie becomes distraught when a customer service woman with artificial nails touches her new iPad.