Monthly Archives: January 2013

Why Don’t You Turn Me Loose? I Gotta Do It My Way!

Three decades of rejecting my father hasn’t worked out too well for me, so now I’m talking in psycho-therapy about the ways I admire my old man. As I moved through my teens, I was like most boys and distanced … Continue reading

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The Downside Of Till Death Do You Part

Judaism has the most liberal views on divorce of any major religion. Not all Jews mirror this attitude. Traditional Jewish communities have frowned on divorce, but the Torah makes it readily available. I know many Christians who are stuck in … Continue reading

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USAA Is The Best Bank In America

I’ve had a credit card with USAA since 1994. They are the best. I remember when I used to make credit card payments by mail and some of the banks would drag their heels processing payment so they could charge … Continue reading

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Civil War At Orthodox Union

It’s a soap opera. The infighting among board members led to R. Weil being forced out last spring and then getting back in this fall. It led to R. Burg being elevated last spring and then forced out this fall. … Continue reading

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Asians On The Street With Hospital Masks Gangnam Style

I notice a handful of Asian women in Los Angeles wearing hospital masks. I suppose they want to avoid the flu. In at least one case, she’s wearing it to avoid contaminating others. It’s such a thoughtful gesture. I love … Continue reading

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