The One Hundred Shekel PMP
Yom sheni, 16 Tamuz 5777. It's summer in Israel. It's HOT. Don't tell me it's hotter where you are. We don't care. We feel we have the right, when temperatures soar to between 34 and 37 degrees Centigrade, to whine. (That's between 95 and a hundred degrees,...

May we share many joyful moments for which to give thanks!

Two Little Girlsies, Born in a Row. WOW!
Yom rishon, 1 Tamuz 5777. A s I greet two new little girls, born of my daughters-in-law (Champagne Girl and Molly McMolly) within a week of each other, it occurs to me that grandchildren are a bit like passive income. You worked hard, over long, arduous yea...

Only the lonely. We can still fix this. It's not too late. http://blogs.timesofisrael.com/fade-out-walking-on-a-wire/

In these tumultuous days leading up to Jerusalem Reunification Day, may I introduce a heartwarming new look into the soul of Jerusalem.

Introducing Jerusalem Moments
If you haven't yet discovered it, I want to share with you the new blog of my friend Rachel Sharansky Danziger. This true labor of love was born when Rachel wanted to find a special way to honor the 50th celebration of the reunification of Jerusalem, which ...

Lovely, Reesa. This reminds me of the words of Rabbi Ezriel Tauber, who said that no matter how hard G-d tries to drive him away, he will chase after G-d, and not let go. At the End of Days, says Rav Tauber, for reasons known only to Himself, G-d will shake the end of the rope He is holding in His hand, cv"l, and our job will be to hang onto our end with all the strength we can muster. Here's seeing you on the other side of the Yam Suf, dear lady! Chag sameach v'kasher!

Preparing for Pesach doesn't have to be slavery. Here are some time-tested tips for making the adventure more pleasurable.

Recommendations for a Stress-free Pesach
Yom chamishi, 18 Adar 5777. As the post-Purim panic level begins to rise among those I love, it seems it's time yet again to dust off a few facts, and to share a few good ideas that have made Pesach -- dare I say it? -- one of my favorite holidays . Bear in...