Monthly Archives: January 2010

Jewish Las Vegas

Amy Bloberger writes Tom Ficara: Good morning, Tom, As you can imagine, Arthur was quite upset yesterday when he found out that Wanker had not followed through on her agreement. Instead, she simply just put this hearing off longer to … Continue reading

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Today Was Great Because…

* I studied a page of Talmud. * I talked to people. I let them know my situation. I want to get married. It’s weird being the only one in shul not wearing a prayer shawl (never married men in … Continue reading

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Yoga Vs Orthodox Judaism Vs Alexander Technique

I tried to be helpful when I entered yoga and helpfully I ran my keytag past the scanner without assistance. “You just checked yourself into the pregnancy class,” said the woman behind the desk. Oy. A lot of people ask … Continue reading

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Rabbi Avrohom Union – Gatekeeper

Rabbi Union runs the Rabbinical Council of California, which converts about 30 people a year. He has the power to stop a potential conversions. He’s rejected hundreds of people from the program over the years. Many of them, including myself … Continue reading

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Blogging As Self-Defense

I’ve created this elaborate blogging empire because I can’t stand feeling vulnerable. I remember as a kid not getting invited to birthday parties. I remember the big kids dunking me under water and holding my head there for about ten … Continue reading

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