Habari Gani? How My Family is Melding Kwanzaa and Hanukkah Customs
A Virtual Family Hanukkah Celebration
This year, I had an incredible Hanukkah experience with my family even though we live nowhere near each other. It all started with the realization that it’s possible to have multiple people on video chat. This sparked an idea to get the extended family together for the holiday.
Five Ways to Approach Family Conversations around Hanukkah and Christmas
Creating an Interfaith Extended Family: How to Be A Good In-Law
Eight Ways to Make Every Night of Hanukkah Shine
What’s Different about High Holidays Challah?
Inspired 5781: More Art, More Awe
I grew up going to services. A lot of services. I was adept at counting the ceiling tiles, reaching into the thousands as my grasp of numbers grew more sophisticated. The melodies became part of my life soundtrack; I hummed them as my mind wandered during the rabbi’s sermon.
What a Way to Start a New Year: A Rosh HaShanah Story
Even During Winter Break, Every Day Is Jewish
It’s school vacation, the end of the calendar year, and for many it is family vacation time. Why write a blog entry during school vacation?