Monthly Archives: September 2012

What Inspires Me?

Posted on September 23, 2012 by Luke Ford

Here are some of my assignments from my opening class in producing a one-man play: WHAT INSPIRES YOU? * Music * Good Torah teaching. * Attention * Beauty * The desires to communicate, to understand, to work things out * … Continue reading →

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The Historian Who Gets Me Excited About Orthodox Judaism

Posted on September 19, 2012 by Luke Ford

Orthodox Judaism is tough. There are so many required rituals, it can drive you crazy if you’re not born into it. One thing that keeps me going is inspiring Torah study and my favorite teacher for the past decade is … Continue reading →

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Jewish vs Christian Generosity

Posted on September 18, 2012 by Luke Ford

I first heard about the “medical intuitive” in 1989 when I was struggling with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. I finally met one last Rosh Hashanah at Schwartzie’s Chai Center service. She directed me to DragonHerbs.com and I’ve been vibrating ever since. … Continue reading →

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If A Guy Is Hanging Out With You Regularly, It’s Because He Wants To Sleep With You

Posted on September 18, 2012 by Luke Ford

I have female friends. Some of them are married. We occasionally meet up for lunch or for coffee. But I don’t spend time alone on a regular basis with any of them. If a man and a woman, not related … Continue reading →

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The Pure Soul Of The Penitent

Posted on September 18, 2012 by Luke Ford

* A man first needs to ask, “Where do I want to go?” before he asks, “Who do I want to take with me?” (David DeAngelo) * Heard today: “Baalei teshuvos (newcomers to Orthodox Judaism) have pure souls but STDs.” … Continue reading →

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