Monthly Archives: December 2010

I Was Called First To The Torah

It was a mincha on a Shabbos. “Levi Ben,” said the rabbi, pointing at me. I froze in shock. “But I’m not a Cohen,” I said. “I know,” said the rabbi. “Come on up.” I walked up in shock. I … Continue reading

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I’ve Got To Make Some Fundamental Changes With The Ways I Try To Sleep

I just read The Harvard Medical School’s Guide to a Good Night Sleep. When I came down with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome in in February, 1988, I had to spend about 18 hours a day in bed (until the end of … Continue reading

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Dream Act Bill for Illegal Immigrant Students Fails on Senate Vote, 55-41

Stephen Steinlight emails: History will likely record this victory over the “DREAM ACT” as the high watermark of the pro-amnesty, pro-exponentially increased immigration/open borders alliance. When the new Congress convenes in January, the bugle will sound and our side will … Continue reading

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Amy Klein Gets A Blessing To Marry

Amy Klein (AmyKlein.net) writes in the New York Times Modern Love column: But the summer I turned 38, I freaked out about the approaching Four Zero — which was old even for the nonreligious world — so I went to … Continue reading

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A Jew Has To Make A Living

I’m not proud of this work, but I need a parnassah. At least I am not directing immoral movies.

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