Category Archives: Personal

What Binds Us To Life?

Posted on May 22, 2012 by Luke Ford

As I absorb the news that a friend offed himself, I am thinking about what binds us to life. For me it is friends, families, passions (Torah, literature, Alexander Technique), my belief that tomorrow will be better, that I am … Continue reading →

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How Would I Measure Dennis Prager’s Intellectual Influence?

Posted on May 22, 2012 by Luke Ford

Here’s my unauthorized biography of him. I went to Google Scholar and measured his influence by citations. There were about 900, not that much. I’d love your feedback on my Prager bio. I’m looking for things I’m missing in my … Continue reading →

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My Father, Myself

Posted on May 21, 2012 by Luke Ford

Nobody has influenced me as much as my father. Despite the best of my intentions, I constantly find myself measuring up against him. Most of the time, I’m not even conscious that I’m doing it. Consciously, I’m measuring myself up … Continue reading →

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Dennis Prager – Man Of Dignity

Posted on May 21, 2012 by Luke Ford

A caller to Dennis Prager’s radio show said today: “You really make me laugh, Dennis. You’re a funny guy. You definitely amuse me. Kinda like a clown.” Dennis: “I will hang up on you if you keep calling me names. … Continue reading →

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I Got A Bracha (Blessing) On Shabbos

Posted on May 20, 2012 by Luke Ford

On Friday night, an Orthodox acquaintance walked over to me and asked, “Do you want a bracha?” “I’m sorry?” I said. “Do you want a bracha?” “Umm, yes,” I said and bowed my head. He said that he wished me … Continue reading →

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