Comments on: Minnesota Mamaleh: It’s My Blog-O-Versary And I’ll Talk Conversion If I Want To

By: Batya

Batya — Sun, 14 Nov 2010 06:30:18 +0000

This is an amazing post.
Davka, just last night, I saw/heard Dr. Micha Goodman on tv. He’s a very popular Israeli religious speaker philosopher. I worked with his mother 15 years ago in her role as founder of the Hillel, Parents of MLD kids. She helped me with my dyslexic sons. He revealed on TV some of her background including being descended from Oklahoma Indians.

By: Kristi @ Creative Kristi

Kristi @ Creative Kristi — Fri, 12 Nov 2010 22:02:35 +0000

Happy (a little late!) Blog-iversary!! This is a very interesting topic because my husband and I are from similar backgrounds there was never a question of what traditions to share with our children and there is an amazing happiness and overwhelming JOY seeing our childhood traditions through the eyes of our children. I hope that within your family you find a way for your children to know Jason’s traditions…perhaps in a different way. Good Luck and thanks so much for commenting!!

By: Beth

Beth — Fri, 12 Nov 2010 05:31:41 +0000

Galit, I love your posts and I’m always eager to hop online Friday mornings to see what fun new glimpse into life you’re going to share. I constantly find myself nodding my head in agreement as you talk about how faith is such a wonderful core for family, love and growth. And so I find the story of your husband’s conversion even more powerful, especially as we get ready to baptize our daughter in the Catholic church. My little family is just getting started, so I value your experience, sense of humor, humility, and open introspection. You also help me realize I’m not totally insane for all the things I worry about for my daughter and husband. Your anniversary post prompted me to do something I have been thinking about for a while but been too chicken to do – start my own blog. She’s only a few days old, but your honesty inspired this likewise private person to try to tell a good (or at least entertaining) story. Thanks for sharing your family and experiences.

By: Aimee @ Ain't Yo Mama's Blog

Aimee @ Ain't Yo Mama's Blog — Tue, 09 Nov 2010 16:34:16 +0000

Happy Blogoversary, Galit! I started my blog a little over a year ago, too, so our babies are about the same age!

Thank you so much for sharing the story of your husband’s conversion. I am the product of an inter-faith marriage (Catholic and Jewish, which I coin “Cashew”). I attended Catholic school but was raised with both religions, customs, and traditions. Needless to say, I was very confused about what I believed growing up. Did I believe in Jesus or not? Should I celebrate both Christmas and Hanukkah? The answer for me was a long and challenging process, but I ultimately recognized my true beliefs in my early 20′s. I felt more Jewish than anything else, despite that I actually had a stronger influence among my Catholic family members and education. I immersed myself in Judaism and started to identity myself as a Reform Jew. I married a Reform Jew and that is how we are raising our child.

All of this is to say that I wish it had been easier for me at times when it comes to my faith. I was jealous of friends who were Catholic or Jewish because that is all they knew. However, in the long run, I’m glad I was so challenged by the faiths and traditions by both sides of my family. It took me a lot longer to discover what I really believe, but I think all that questioning and searching only solidifies my beliefs even more.

I think it’s great to share your husband’s background, traditions, and customs with your children. It’s good for them to know both of your histories…and to see that you both ultimately share the same beliefs and values.

-Aimee