Shabbat
Judaism for Singles or for Families?
I’m getting married next week. Most of the wedding planning is done (but, oy, the table assignments, they continue to ...
Packing for Shabbat at Camp
Shabbat at camp is magical. Shabbat at camp means time to relax with friends, guitars, singing, and of course, lots ...
Herb Compound Butter Recipe for Salmon and Beyond
Is there anything better than butter? Yes, and it’s flavored butter, also known as compound butter.I really enjoy making flavored ...
Cuban Chickpea Stew Recipe
Beans are a staple food on many Cuban dinner tables: they are inexpensive, can feed an army and are easily adaptable ...
Candle Lighting’s Power to Connect and Transform Us
I’m thinking a lot about Shabbat candle lighting nowadays, in part because I’m awaiting the birth of my first grandchild ...
Violating Someone Else’s Sabbath
I recently received an email from my local synagogue‘s Brotherhood, asking for volunteers to help with some much-needed upkeep work ...
Breaking the Cycle of Unwelcome in Jewish Life
For many of us going to a new synagogue or Jewish environment is tough. We spend time beforehand wondering if ...
FREE STUFF: Breaking Matzo Cap, Apron, and Coffee Table Book
We know how much you love to cook. It’s the day after Thanksgiving, and you’re already in the midst of ...
A Prayer For Paris
On Saturday night, my husband and I went to a local pub to listen to music. Then we came home ...
Shabbat in a Fast-Paced World
I have a confession. I had intended to post this blog on Friday, but I’m only getting around to it ...
Pumpkin Beef Chili
My husband and I just bought our first house – such an exciting milestone – and so for the first ...
Shabbat of Shabbats: Yom Kippur and Camp
A couple of months ago I had the pleasure of reading a very touching piece by Dr. Oliver Sacks z”l ...