In Memory of the 93 Dead in Norway
We should travel around the world, so as to walk in someone else’s shoes, which … will, eventually, I hope, lead to less hatred.
Laila Tov Amy Winehouse
Jewish British singer Amy Winehouse is found dead. Leora weighs in.
Do You Feel Bound By God’s Commandments?
None of us can know for sure what God’s commandments really are and I do not necessarily feel bound by other people’s interpretations of those commandments.
Do You Feel Bound By God's Commandments?
None of us can know for sure what God’s commandments really are and I do not necessarily feel bound by other people’s interpretations of those commandments.
On The Tzniut Project
Record breaking heat here in the Twin Cities. And a series on one of my favorite blogs has me thinking about what it means to stay covered up.
To Be A Mensch
When my son was born almost 4 years ago, my mission in life became frighteningly clear: to make sure he becomes a mensch.
If This is Kosher…
I saw an article about the Dutch Parliament trying to forbid kosher slaughter – a practice deeply ingrained in Jewish tradition – and I found myself siding with the Parliament.
West Side Story Delivers
West Side Story is a musical that you just don’t get tired of seeing. And the production at the Orpheum Theatre July 12 – 17 does not disappoint.
On Jewish Ethics: Don't be a Schnorrer
Nothing irks me more than a schnorrer. Here’s a quick tutorial on how to avoid being one.
On Jewish Ethics: Don’t be a Schnorrer
Nothing irks me more than a schnorrer. Here’s a quick tutorial on how to avoid being one.