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Kveller – The One Thing I’m Trying to Forgive for Yom Kippur This Year
Originally published at Kveller. This year I’m working toward a particular type of forgiveness for the High Holidays. I am too hard on myself for not being born a Jew. As a convert, it’s inevitable that now and then you… Read More ›
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Sometimes All It Takes is a Sandwich
I’m kicking around here in Saugatuck, MI this week. The husband and I are alone. We shipped the kids off to grandma and grandpas’. It feels good but I’m always struck by how long it takes me to really hit… Read More ›
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Kveller – I’m a Non-Orthodox Jew Who Loves Going to the Mikveh
Originally published at Kveller. While I’m a modern woman, I find the age-old—dare I say, ancient—traditions have deepened my spirituality the most. My favorite is the mikveh, the traditional Jewish communal bath where ritual purifications are performed. I will admit, the mikveh is an… Read More ›
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