Purim
Finding Strength in Community & The Story of Purim
The first time I really dug into the story of Purim was actually also the first time I thought I ...
At Purim, We Shall Overcome
This past week I had the pleasure of attending the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) conference. With inspiring speakers, ...
Purim in Paradise, from Nashville to the Caribbean
Imagine Purim by the crystal clear and warm waters of the Caribbean Sea. No need for warm costumes or shoveling ...
Purim: Not So G-Rated
When I think of the Purim holiday, I tend to think of noise-making, carnivals, costumes, and cookies. It was definitely ...
Esther, the Megillah, and Me
Ever since I was young, I have always felt a strong connection to Purim. For most girls at that age, ...
Apricot-Infused Bourbon for Purim and Beyond
Hamantaschen get all the Purim glory, and rightfully so. These soft triangular cookies can be filled with anything from the ...
The King’s Gate
Everything can be taken from a man but one thing: the last of human freedoms – to choose one’s attitude ...
Tears and Empowerment on Purim
Crying isn’t supposed to be part of Purim. Maybe it’s okay if you’re six and having a sugar-induced meltdown right ...
King (Cakes) & Queen (Esther)
If you’ve never lived in the South, you might not be familiar with King Cakes. The brightly colored yellow-green-and-purple treats ...
What “The Interview” Teaches Us
After watching The Interview I recalled a particular Purim shpiel (a comic dramatization) from nearly 30 years ago. It was a ...
Mensch Madness, Game 3: Mordechai vs. Moses!
In this alliterative Mensch Madness match up, Mordechai and Moses are about to meet!This match is tough, because both of ...
Lost and Found: An Airplane and a Bar Mitzvah
My husband and I are binge-watching Lost , a 2004-2010 TV series. An airplane crashes, leaving survivors stranded without rescue ...