A Convert’s Passover: Lutefisk Out Of Water
As a convert to Judaism, there is a part of me that will always feel a bit like Lutefisk trying to be Gefilte fish. My first Passover Seder was no exception.
Here’s What I Know About Parenthood…
I believe we are put us on this earth to experience joy and love and happiness. What feels right to me as a parent is right. What feels right to you as a parent is right.
A Letter To All the Dads
I always knew that being a dad was quite an undertaking, but it wasn’t until Dave and I had Nava that I realized what a demanding job fatherhood truly is.
When Kids Ask, “Do Jews Believe In Hell?”
Do Jews believe in Hell? The verdict is out, but a rabbi, a doctor, and several Jewish mothers weigh in to help you maneuver this tricky conversation.
8 Tips For Working With Your Child’s Educator
Over Carrie’s 11 years of being a child educator, she’s had to deal with all kinds of parents and students. Here are a few tips to help make the most of the complicated relationship with your child’s teachers, administrators and school staff.
When It Comes to Conversion, Should You Under Or Over Share?
I’m a horrid over-sharer and I’m wondering, when it comes to conversion, is that okay, or do I need to rein it in?
Why I Quit Hebrew School | Living In A Foreign Language
Sam Blustin starts his monthly column about living in Israel, Living In A Foreign Language, with a discussion of why his Jewish schooling let him down, and what he’s doing about it.
Do We Really Need “Nice Jewish Friends?”
Galit Breen wonders whether it’s necessary to have Jewish friends in order to lead a Jewish life.
Midrash & Magic: A Fun Family Passover Activity
Here’s a fun Passover activity to do with your kids before seder: make a “magic” false bottom Elijah’s cup!
Looking for Love in All the Right Places
I’m starting to realize that dating Jewish might just be the way to go to finding “the one”.