Category Archives: Jewish History/Culture

The Name

The Name
Names not only tell us something about a person, but also about our relationship with that person. We may use a title such as doctor, pastor or mister. We may use a nickname revealing our familiarity and intimacy. Sometimes the name speaks specifically of our relationship, like mom, grandpa, or aunt. The same person will…
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May it be sweet

May it be sweet
Beginnings are exciting times with optimism and anticipation of the good things to come. I loved the first day of school with pages yet to be read, pencils yet to be used and a clean notebook. A new job, a trip, relationship or any turning of a page will hold fresh hopes. The Jewish New…
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Forgive us

Forgive us
“It’s not my fault!” The cry is heard routinely not only from children, but also from politicians, businessmen and, yes, from me. When things go wrong, our natural tendency is to find who is to blame, especially if we can get the fingers pointed away from ourselves. I heard on the news recently about a…
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Relic

Relic
Have you ever been in an attic full of wonderful treasures from the past? A dusty attic can give life to family history with each cherished memento. Through the years, I heard many stories of my grandfather and his plane, but all from so long ago. When I was given his logbooks, written in his…
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