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Rabbi Aaron Rakeffet-Rothkoff Mentions Me In A Lecture On German Rabbis
The mention comes about 44:40 into his lecture. Rabbi Aaron Rakeffet-Rothkoff says on YuTorah.com: “You would think was an article in the Jewish Journal of Los Angeles one week ago… What’s that guy? Luke Ford? You might think that this … Continue reading
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Tagged aaron rakeffet rothkoff, Jewish Journal, lashon hara, luke ford, orthodox world, rabbi aaron
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Luke Ford – Life Coach
Helpful writes: Have you considered being a life coach? You could inspire others through your words and deeds. I’ve suspected for sometime now that Luke has been vending his seed through one of these celebrity look-a-like sperm banks. How much … Continue reading
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Tagged brad pitt, life coach, luke ford, sperm banks, wad
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Luke Ford’s Secret Diary VII
Part one. Part two. Part three. Part four. Part Five. Part Six. Sept. 8. 2009. I got into trouble today. I got too high on my bipolar spectrum and sent off a bunch of emails that I thought were funny … Continue reading
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Tagged bipolar spectrum, luke ford, orthodox jew, orthodox judaism, secret diary, secular jews, shiksa
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Luke Ford’s Secret Diary VI
Part one. Part two. Part three. Part four. Part Five. Aug. 11. I said goodbye to my therapist last night. It was lovely. She’s so genuine. She connects to that part of me that’s genuine and vulnerable. Perhaps I should … Continue reading
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Luke Ford’s Secret Diary IV
Part one. Part two. Part three. July 27, 2009. I’m pretty sure I can hook up with… Do I want to? I can get back in the saddle right now. Hah! I’m gonna be fine. I’m thrilled that my driving … Continue reading
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Tagged luke ford, massage table, secret diary, social circles, vulnerable place, wife material
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Luke Ford’s Secret Diary III
Part one. Part two. July 21. I love my therapist. When I told her that I did not represent enough value to ****, that’s why she cheated on me, my therapist said, "Cheating is not about you. It’s about her." … Continue reading
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Tagged good conversation, hot chicks, korean girl, luke ford, secret diary, strong reaction
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Luke Ford’s Secret Diary II
Part one. July 17, 2009. ***** was very friendly last night. She gave me her card and pointed out her email address. I emailed her and she replied an hour later, saying meeting me was a "pleasure". She asked if … Continue reading
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Tagged comedown, gorgeous woman, luke ford, norwalk, powerbrokers, private lessons, secret diary, vote of confidence
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Luke Ford’s Secret Diary
I’ve been keeping a journal since July 15, 2009. Here are some excerpts: July 15. I met a new friend in yoga. She’s tall and meaty. I like her body. I like how fit and flexible she is. She meditates … Continue reading
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Tagged colorful clothes, luke ford, secret diary, social cues, torah class, torah jew
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Luke Ford’s Grotto! Kids Will Love It!
A friend who’s converting to Judaism emails me: "I was talking to my mom on the phone just now, trying to explain to her what a sukkah is. I told her it was like a hut, a temporary dwelling place, … Continue reading
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Tagged bureau chiefs, converting to judaism, industry attempts, jack shafer, luke ford, Mickey Kaus
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