2013
The price of real estate is rising… in heaven
Catching the attention of many readers of breaking news in the Jewish world today is the story of Ari Mandel ...
A Hovering Mother Reconsiders
Hi Readers: I really enjoyed this Boston Magazine story, by Katherine Ozment. Here’s a snippet from this mom of 2: In my nine ...
The Mystery of the Hebrew Detective: The Investigation Begins
So why is it so difficult to write a detective novel in Israel? Aren’t we supposed to be a literary culture that ...
When 50 Happens to Good People: Part One
I turned 50. It wasn’t supposed to happen to me. I do yoga. I moisturize. I still fit into the ...
The Play
The Davis Academy put on a play, “The Little Mermaid.” It was utterly impressive. The hard work of the kids ...
The Mystery of the Hebrew Detective
How I came to read The Hound of the Baskervilles when I was only 8 My fascination with detectives started very ...
Deprogramming our Children as a Means to Jewish Continuity?
I just got back from a weekend “family camp” retreat. One of the most remarkable aspects of the experience was ...
Memorial Day: May Their Memories Be a Blessing
On this Memorial Day, we recall all those who have given their lives defending our freedom.Throughout American history, Jews have ...
What Do You Do the Rest of the Year?
I have clear visions of my daydreams from years ago. Images of clear blue skies, the shiniest sunny days, a ...
An Artistic Eruv in Jackson, Mississippi
I’m involved with a wonderful collection of people in Jackson who work hard to put on Figment, a participatory arts ...