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Shoes and Fashions
January 19, 2009 by
The other day I decided to go into town for some errands. My stops were: The tailor, to have a zipper fixed on a coat. The bookstore and toy store to buy gifts for a brit and a child's birthday party. The shoe repair, for the lining in my winter dress shoes. I debated whether to take both … [Read more...]
Book Review: Run, by Ann Patchett
January 18, 2009 by
I was the only one in my book club not to like Bel Canto by Ann Patchett. Since my taste is usually similar to at least some of the members I decided to give Patchett's new book Run a chance. Patchett depicts unconventional characters. She is good at explaining their motives, and how other … [Read more...]
Tunnel housing illegal Arab residents found near Petach Tikva shuk
January 14, 2009 by
In an attempt to find illegal residents of the Palestinian territories sleeping in Petach Tikvah, a tunnel was exposed near the local shuk (open-air market) containing 47 scattered mattresses.Source: YnetBy Einav Yosef-ZadehJanuary 14, 2009 Tunnels, it appears, are not only for Gaza: In a campaign … [Read more...]
A long speech and a double-duty Torah reading
January 13, 2009 by
Chanting the Torah takes skill and preparation, so traditional synagogues assign someone to chant the weekly biblical portion. Sometimes members take turns, while some synagogues hire a professional. Lion of Zion is one such professional who often writes about the intricacies of the cantillation … [Read more...]
Israeli Army Chaplains and Sabbath Observance
January 12, 2009 by
Our Shiputzim posted a letter about army chaplains accompanying soldiers to the Gaza front. The letter's author, YAR, and YAR's brother, one of the chaplains, are relatives of "Our Shiputzim."I'll wait while you read it.On Shabbat, our rabbi spoke about this incident and the question of Sabbath … [Read more...]
Mazal tov times two
January 12, 2009 by
Mazal tov to Trilcat and family on the birth of a baby boy.Mazal tov to my brother-in-law and family on the birth of a baby boy. My 7-year-old is especially happy--the brit will allow him to miss a day of school.May you both have a lot of nachat (comfort) from all of your children. … [Read more...]
10 Misperceptions about Breastfeeding a Baby
January 11, 2009 by
Check out the newest post in my series on breastfeeding at the environmental blog Green Prophet:10 Common Misperceptions about Breastfeeding Your Baby … [Read more...]
Thoughts on Face-Covering from Resident of Arab Emirates
January 8, 2009 by
"Autumn" left the following comment on the "Burka Wedding" post, in response to a comment by Ora:Ora wrote:"I think there's a big problem with covering the face. It's dehumanizing. I don't know what research, if any, has been done on the subject, but I would think that not seeing a someone's face … [Read more...]
Michael Pollan on Food Marketing Sheds Light on Baby Formula Discussion
January 7, 2009 by
An interview on Alternet with best-selling author Michael Pollan (In Defense of Food) ties in to our recent discussion on breastfeeding and formula marketing. Emphasis mine: Michael Pollan (MP): I remember my mother dutifully giving us all margarine instead of butter. She would say, "Some day … [Read more...]
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