Category Archives: Orthodoxy

Casino Jack

Posted on May 11, 2011 by Luke Ford

I enjoyed this new film about disgraced lobbyist Jack Abramoff. It reminded me of myself. Like Jack, I converted to Orthodox Judaism (he was born Jewish but came to Orthodoxy later in life) but simultaneously yearned to be a big … Continue reading →

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Rethinking Jewish Day Schools

Posted on May 9, 2011 by Luke Ford

From DonnaBurstyn.com: I was calculating what I spent on the education of my four daughters before they hit college. Three of them went to Orthodox Jewish day schools. A fourth one went until third grade and then was in other … Continue reading →

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I Hate It When I’m Just A Symbol

Posted on May 7, 2011 by Luke Ford

I hate it when I’m just a stand-in for somebody you truly hate. A couple of years ago, I had a woman flee my place after her first visit because my beard and my Orthodoxy made her feel like she … Continue reading →

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Orthodox Judaism In The Post-Modern World

Posted on May 7, 2011 by Luke Ford

I often get asked why I don’t always speak and behave in accord with Orthodox Judaism. With Orthodox Jews, I just say, “I’m not there yet.” With the goyim, I never answer by watering down Orthodox Judaism and pretending that … Continue reading →

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I’ve Never Dated An Orthodox Girl

Posted on May 7, 2011 by Luke Ford

I don’t fear so often these days that I’m losing control. Therapy is calming. I can bounce my life off someone sharp and get greater clarity. It also gives me accountability. My therapist names things I’m going through such as … Continue reading →

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