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”.
Going Back to Work After Baby Brings Mixed Blessings
It’s completely new for me to be running late, or to forget an engagement altogether, and I more than a little worried about going back to work…and getting there on time.
Make Your Own Ice Hanukkiah (Menorah)
What could be a more natural Hanukkah decoration for Minnesota’s frozen chosen than an ice hanukkiah?
You Were the First: Transitioning to Being a Mother of More Than One
I have no doubt that when her twin sisters arrive she will feel the pains of going from my only, to one of three.
How I Overcame Perinatal Depression and Anxiety
I was convinced I was failing as a mom. I wasn’t confident at all in my abilities. I didn’t trust myself to do anything alone, but didn’t trust anyone else either.
Snowed in: Cookies and Havdalah Spice Bags
It turns out we already had everything we would need to have our own Havdalah ceremony except for spice bags. Since the bags don’t take long to make, we decided to decorate sugar cookies to pass the time and the kids loved it!