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My Chinese Daughter’s Jewish Roots
This is the final in a short series on adoption in Jewish families. Enjoy!In 1988, I had my entire life ...
Why I Help Bring Jewish Music to the South
“So how long have you been a singer?”It’s a question I’ve been asked from time to time, and one that ...
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 ...
Learning from Little White Lies
Growing up biracial in white Jewish family means that you don’t often see others who have your experience/look like you. ...
How To Have Your Own Southern Jewish Experience
It’s been a busy few months here in Jackson. We’ve welcomed Jewish visitors from all over the country, arranging experiences ...
Country Mouse in the City
I smile. The man stares back at me and I look away, embarrassed. I feel my ears growing hot and ...
Stop Trying to Get Everyone On the Same Page
While on the surface, the last two posts on this blog from my colleagues, Laura Duhan Kaplan and Joshua Ratner, are about ...
Why Jews Should Care About The Donald Sterling Controversy
I have had many reactions so far to the recently leaked audio of comments made by Los Angeles Clippers owner ...
Here’s to Funny Valentines, Y’all
If you’re wondering whether or not Jews should send valentines, give chocolates, and generally “feel the love” when it comes ...
Yes, Alabama Has a Jewish Film Festival – And More
Below is an excerpt from a recent article in the Jewish Daily Forward entitled “The Best Jewish Film Festivals of ...