I’m all for the idea that sometimes the best way to fight darkness is to bring a little light into the world. But I think I also used that philosophy to avoid being involved with current events. Until a man proved to me that if I tuned in, I could save lives.
Knowing other souls: glorious, but maybe the end of fun.
I hesitate to affiliate with any group, but somehow, Jews keep finding and charming me, probably because I'm one of them.
A conversation about how to honor people, the Torah, and the nuances of public vs. private life turns into a conversation about how we define frum -- about what makes an observant person observant.
And here’s where I start to get uncomfortable.
Nostalgia calls,
Beaming from ancient hillsides,
A legacy lay dormant,
buried in the Judean soil
contoured crests and valleys
unfolding along a lush river of time;
Would I really rather be mistaken for a Hipster than a Hasid?
Strangers can be wildly fascinating, both in person and on social media. The opportunities they offer for connection and expanded perception are beautiful and downright mystical.
In which Chaya gets pithy with some wisdom quotes you won't want to miss...
Rachel wants you to be free. Even if it's scary.
Can seemingly small pleasures and appreciation of daily life foster great insight?