Overcome With Emotion at My Grandaughter's Bat Mitzvah
Last fall, my granddaughter Ariella became a bat mitzvah in California, and made us very proud and happy.
Reaching My Own Promised Land
When I think about my life
All that I’ve seen and done
I ask myself: Have I achieved
All that I might become…O… yes!…and no…
It is hard to reach all I can be
When oppression’s living within me
O help me now to end this slavery
An SOS from my OS seder
At future Passovers, if we consider the Jewish implications of the recent hit movie Her, we all could be using a talking computer operating system with artificial intelligence to lead our seders.
Saturday is International Women’s Day
This Shabbat, as we slow down, disconnect and enjoy the day of rest with family and friends, we also have the opportunity to spend some time to reflect on the status of women at home and abroad.
This Year on Purim, Don’t Be Me, Be You!
There is one Purim that will always have a special place in my heart.
Considering "Next Year in Jerusalem"
On a recent trip to Jerusalem, my son decided that his favorite color was gold. Whenever he’s asked why, he replies with a wry smile befitting a 5-year-old.
“Jerusalem is the city of gold, of course,” he says.
Judaism and Education: How Can We Help Alabama?
The Mobile Press Register recently ran a rather troubling article about economic measurements for the state of Alabama.
It's Been a Good Year for Israeli Women
Every day feels like women's day at the Israel Religious Action Center. Yes, this is because 20 of our 24 staff members are women and there seems to be a never-ending line to our bathroom.