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This Shavuot, Keren Zelwer finds power in peoplehood Read More
Marlo shares an amazing find that connected her to the past, present and future all at once Read More
Rebecca Hoffman shares the unexpected joys of starting over. Our first vignette in the ‘Reinvention’ series. Read More
Marilyn Shapiro shares the truly remarkable story of Jewish trailblazer, Ruth Gruber. Read More
Atida Lipshatz reflects on her growing Hebrew vocabulary in the shadow of war, and the versatility and spirit of one very Israeli phrase. Read More
Ozzie Nogg, shares a reflection on life, love and loss Read More
The Jewish Mother is iconic, not incidental. In honor of Mother’s Day, Sandra Taradash celebrates this cultural treasure. Read More
Marilyn Shapiro on mothers, music and memory Read More
For Sharon Easton, unraveling the mysteries of her family’s history has brought new possibilities and fascinating people into her life. She writes about the transformative process of writing their story. Read More
Menucha Saitowitz reflects on the mixed feelings of celebrating Israel while still at war, of seeing miracles amidst the pain and strife. Read More
Justine Kuran on her journey to the heart of Israel. Read More
A leisurely stroll through the streets of Paris uncovers the hidden history of a trailblazing Jewish woman – Eva Kotchever, who built community for lesbian women in the US and Europe in the 1920-30s before meeting her tragic end in Auschwitz. Read More
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Thank you for your perceptive comments Atida, which help us to better understand our experiences. Keep visiting, observing and sharing…
This was an amazing article about an amazing woman! It was stirring to learn Ruth’s story and how many lives…
Well done, that is such an inspirational story to read. I trained as a nurse over 20 years ago. Keep…
So enjoyed reading your article Atida. Proud to see my embroidery work amongst all the beautiful pieces on the quilt.…
I have known Sharon for a few years. We met through mutual friends while traveling. I have followed her journey…
So well written, I almost feel like I'm there with you!
Such a wonderful story about Rachel and Jacob. Thank you, Marilyn! Sharon Easton; Storyteller, Writer Beach Moose & Amber: Finding…
Dear Emily; Thank you for bringing Eva alive in your writing. I love reading short stories about people who are…
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Thankyou Norman for your kind words. I wish the country spoke to me in a way that represented my thoughts…
Thankyou Libby. I am sure I remember the name of your father. Wasnt he knighted? I really appreciated your words…
Dearest Menucha; What a beautiful story. Thank you for sharing. Sharon Easton; storyteller, writer Beach Moose & Amber: Finding My…
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Loved this information about this amazing woman! And she was the story for the movie Exodus, the film that taught…