Hurricane Sandy: Aftermath and Rebuilding (Part II)

Posted on: November 1st, 2013

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Adolphus S. Solomons: Forgotten 19th Century Communal Activist

Posted on: October 30th, 2013

There are many observant Jews who contributed much to secular and Jewish life in America and yet have, unfortunately, been essentially forgotten. One such man is Adolphus Simson Solomons (1826-1910).

Imperfectly Critical

Posted on: October 25th, 2013

How confusing it was growing up with conflicting messages. On the one hand, we were told, even admonished, to eat everything on our generously piled up plates (it was a sin to waste food), yet we were made to feel like we were a lower form of human being if we were overweight.

Hurricane Sandy: Aftermath and Rebuilding (Part I)

Posted on: October 25th, 2013

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Bubby’s iPad

Posted on: October 18th, 2013

Yossi wanted to scream. His friends in class constantly bragged about the wonders of iPhones, iPods and iPads. It seemed that every guy in school had their own gadget given to him by his “wealthy” parents. Yossi felt he was the only one who didn’t have one, but he pretended he did so as not to be left out.

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Super-Charged Foods

Posted on: October 18th, 2013

Supercharged foods – a term you might have heard bandied about, but what are they? A simple definition would be any food that is unprocessed, whole and nutrient rich. Below are some suggestions of supercharged foods to add to your diet.

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How To Raise Healthy Kids

Posted on: October 18th, 2013

I have worked as a nutritionist at a WIC office in Williamsburg for five years now, and combined with my observation of my children’s friends, I’ve come to a realization. Most people are no longer eating food, but rather food-like substances, and worse, they are feeding their children the same.

Late To The Party

Posted on: October 11th, 2013

Yom Tov is no longer upon us, for a change, so now it’s time to get to the things we promised we’d do after it was over. I mean besides dieting. Maybe we’ll do that after the next Yom Tov.

The Three Best Reasons To Be A Teacher

Posted on: October 11th, 2013

"What are the 3 best reasons to be a teacher? June, July and August!"

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Defying Adversity While ‘Waiting for Godot’

Posted on: October 11th, 2013

While in New York recently, I was invited to see a performance of "Waiting for Godot" – a multi-layered play on the human condition that I was introduced to in high school. What was fascinating and unique about this particular production was that this renowned play was being performed in Yiddish - with English and Russian subtitles beamed onto a screen for non-Yiddish speakers. (Staged by the New Yiddish Rep, at the Castillo Theatre, and directed by Moshe Yassur, it stars Shane Baker, David Mandelbaum, Rafael Goldwaser, Avi Hoffman and Nicholas Jenkins.)

What is Calling Me?

Posted on: October 4th, 2013

When I was fourteen years old I understood that I might never return to Moscow and live at home with my parents. While I had lived the bulk of my life in Moscow, at the start of high school I was going to assimilate into the American system of education and the world of American teenageism. I was excited.

Spring 2014: Just Around the Corner!

Posted on: October 4th, 2013

It's hard to believe that it is the beginning of October and the Yomim Tovim are already behind us. But having had everything fall out early this year provides a golden opportunity to enjoy the gorgeous fall weather and all that the crisp air has to offer.

Dr. D. Peixotto And The 1832 New York Cholera Epidemic

Posted on: October 2nd, 2013

Cholera was officially recognized to be of epidemic proportions in New York City on June 26, 1832. The epidemic was at its peak in July and 3,515 out of a population of about 250,000 died. (The equivalent death toll in today’s city of eight million would exceed 100,000.) Sadly, in 1832 there were no effective treatments available for those who contracted this disease.

Come Sit With Me

Posted on: September 25th, 2013

At first I thought I wouldn’t be able to use it at all. I had thought the concept was perfect. A rose-colored background, surrounding black encroaching from all sides. It would be a cave of warmth, a hiding place within the darkness.

Merits Of Our Fathers

Posted on: September 25th, 2013

The parallel lives of my father, Shlomo Ben Dovid Schlesinger, whose name was once Severin and that of his first cousin, Severin F., diverged exponentiallys shared a maternal grandmother, Raisel Schlesinger, a frum balabusta, who lived and practiced the traditional ways of her forefathers. along different lifestyles and choices. Each of the Severin

Godly Love Or Divine Abuse?

Posted on: September 25th, 2013

Now and then my Bubby would open up about what she went through in the camps, of what she witnessed... From time to time she would talk about her baby sisters - twins - and how she would sew them identical dresses and braid their hair the same way challenging everyone to guess who was who.

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Or Not to Be

Posted on: September 25th, 2013

Before I invite you to peer over my shoulders as I look into the mirror, a basic tutorial in the terms JMW, rigidly enmeshed and angst is in order.

Thoughts On Tisha B’Av

Posted on: September 18th, 2013

17 July I hope you all had an enjoyable and meaningful fast and now sit satisfied and full as you think back to your inspiration. I wanted to share one thing I gained this year.

How To Turn A Mountain Into A Mole Hole

Posted on: September 13th, 2013

She wasn't talking about folding the regular loads of laundry, she was talking about huge plastic bins.

Not Too Fast

Posted on: September 13th, 2013

This month, we’re going to dive right into the questions, because it seems like everyone who sent one in is in a rush.