Category Archives: Personal

Is Yoga For Fags?

Chaim Amalek emails: "I sense a new enthusiasm that is likely to pull you away from the rabbinate and Judaism. Also, yoga and women are for fags." Khunrum emails: "Amalek, I applaud whatever comes next, be it Yoga or Alexander, … Continue reading

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The Guru and the Earthquake

I did Kundalini Yoga last night from 6 – 10 pm. At 7:47 pm, I was in a jammed class (about 100 people) led by the Guru. As the earthquake rolled through, I turned to the woman next to me … Continue reading

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Luke Ford On The Yellow Peril

From my live cam: ChaimAmalek:  If I had a pal like Rod Blagojevich, I might be a US Seantor today ChaimAmalek:  You should write more about the economy ChaimAmalek:  Make predictions that if true, you can use to boost your … Continue reading

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I Feel Like The Whole World Is Opening Up To Me

I took my first yoga class tonight. I’ve been walking past this yoga studio for a decade. Tonight for the first time I walked in. I met a nice bloke named Siri. He offered me a free cup of tea. … Continue reading

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I Got New Shoes

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Seeking Approval

I don’t think there’s anything inherently wrong in seeking approval. It all depends on who you seek approval from. I notice that a lot of people say, "I don’t care what other people think." I believe this is always false … Continue reading

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‘Almost Famous’

I just watched this Cameron Crowe film for the second time (the first time in eight years). I love it more than ever. It feels similar to my story. Like the protagonist, I was raised by a college professor parent. … Continue reading

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I’m Hit By The Credit Contraction

A year ago, I was still getting awesome credit card offers promising a year without interest payments and other incentives. My credit score is over 600. Neither my score nor my financial situation has changed much in the past year. … Continue reading

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‘Kagan’s Superfecta’

I was walking home from shul on a Friday night about six weeks ago. I was passing Aish HaTorah on Pico Blvd, headed east. I was stopped by a couple from New Jersey. They were looking for Shiloh’s restaurant for … Continue reading

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Five Hour Energy

My friend Josh just tried the Five Hour Energy drink for the first time. He says he feels great. It was a real kick in the pants. He also found a boost from FRS.com products as well as from the … Continue reading

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