Caregiver David
My inability to lift myself from lying on the grass with his children happened before I began phone calls for him to put feet on a stepladder and change a ceiling light bulb.
Thank You, Jabber Achmadi
And so it was that the rabbi thanked the bestial terrorist for his sick act of atrocity, for it was precisely that act which became the extraordinary link to the doctors' saving the rabbi's life.
Lessons in Law of Attraction
I was in a place of bittul – of nothingness. I woke up each morning in a daze, not knowing what to do with myself. Life seemed eerily silent except for some annoying noise I heard every morning that I couldn’t place.
A V’nahafoch Hu Pesach
Did I mention that my daughter-in-law has seemingly unlimited excess energy, and is one of the best cooks and bakers I know?
Nachat For Hashem
It took approximately two weeks, but finally a doctor checked him out. He was given permission to sit down for guard duty, and he didn’t take part in various physical exercises and marches. There was no way that he could train other soldiers with this medical issue.
Against All Odds
Against all odds, again – since my husband was not religious – I got my wish. Miracle number one.
A Check On Her Resume
Chava shook her head as if to show she understood, while wondering where this monologue would lead. Was this woman also here for a job interview?!
Silver Linings
Our lives have effectively been upended for many long and fearful months, and the toll in lives lost and disrupted is staggering indeed... And it is sadly not yet over.
Learning To Let Go
I finally got it ( I think). It wasn’t enough to know that Hashem runs the world. I have to let go and leave it up to Him.
Pink Geraniums
After my last visit, I was heading back home when I noticed a shiny object on the sidewalk. It looked like a hearing aid. My aunt wore hearing aids, and I knew they could be pretty expensive. I picked it up, wondering how I'd be able to find the owner.
My Partner
I learned to tone down my expectations. All too often, we’ve fallen in with poor buys, bad tenants (or no tenants), unpaid rent and financial losses. Over the years, there have been more complications than I could enumerate.
The Good Deed
I ask only one thing from you. When you have the opportunity to help another person, don't hesitate to do it.
When We Have A Test
So here he was – a devout rabbi who had traveled far on a mission to save the life of a fellow Jew, and the wife of the only person who could change the accused man's sentence wanted to shake his hand.
The Gift Of My Daughter’s Wedding
In the grand room where the chuppah would be held, chairs were spaced apart. In spite of this needed distance, we felt only closeness from our guests.
The Healer
As the number of infected and deceased leaped up dramatically at the summer's end – together with a commensurate increase of protests, strikes and Covid-deniers – our government decreed the Tishrei lockdown.
A Test In The Desert
Yehuda then tells me that it is perfect timing that he called. He says that it is from Heaven. He tells me to stop everything and try thinking why this happened to me.
Who By Fire?
The unique camaraderie and family atmosphere in the yeshivah resulted in many former students remaining connected over the years, and engendered spirited talk and brainstorming of forming a ‘kehilah’ for the extended yeshivah ‘mishpacha’.
Stop That Bus!
“I’m not interested in long explanations!” the driver replied forcefully. “It’s not on my route and I will not stop!”
The King’s Emissary
My mother often recounted this story because of the incredible hashgacha pratit.
Who Shall Live…
A few more days went by and I became more and more concerned. The burning smell was unrelenting. I again asked for an inspection.
The Passenger
Enjoy? I loved every minute. Wish I could go back. I still remember the songs we sang, the stories he told.
Heavenly Accounting
Hi, I just received a delivery and I found quarter of a watermelon that I didn’t take. Can you check if I paid for it?
The Height Of Divine Providence
Nice story. But how the shidduch came about… that’s something incredible.
In The Middle Of The Night
One hot summer night Daniel woke up at about 4 o'clock in the morning and was terribly thirsty. Everyone else was sleeping and he knew he couldn't wake them up to say 'amein'.
It Was Written Down
We just need help in locating a nice place that meets the standards of the Health Ministry and is able to stretch to accommodate twice the size crowd if the rules lighten up.
Overcoming Obstacles B’Simcha!
Family members, Baruch Hashem, came through lending the hosts two portable generators, which at the very least, could keep the seudot meals safe.
But He’s Not A Doctor!
Time went by and one day Yaacov had pain in his abdomen, the same type of pain that he had before his operation. He thought and hoped that maybe it would pass, so he waited.
Doubly Blessed
My first day at the high school was an eye-opener. As I walked into the large entrance room, I suddenly heard a door open. I heard a teacher scream at a student and physically throw him out of the class. What a welcoming!
A Light In The Darkness
The entire time we were all on the rock, we were in darkness, since we were trying to conserve the cellphone lights. Besides, there was nothing to see except the night sky, which was easier to see in the dark.
Working For The Real Boss
The conditions at the school Devorah was employed at were great. Perhaps she too would be privileged to finally find her calling.