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Shtisel’s Cheesecake: Part 2

Shtisel’s Cheesecake: Part 2

I greeted Alfie as we entered the boutique hotel in Jerusalem. Alfie is a fairly conservative Jew whose family owns 10 hotel rooms on the third floor of an office building. We discovered it last year and have made it our “go to” place in Jerusalem.“ I don’t have the...
Shtisel’s Cheesecake: Part 1

Shtisel’s Cheesecake: Part 1

New to Israel and anxious to learn about various aspects of culture, I began to watch the Netflix series, “Shtisel.” This series follows the lives of an Ultra-Orthodox family set in the heart of Jerusalem. The endearing main characters of Akiva and Shulem completely...
When Obedience Is Untidy

When Obedience Is Untidy

It’s September and I find myself in Smalltown, Idaho. On the one hand, I’m thrilled. We’re with our daughter and SIL while awaiting the birth of our very first grand baby. On the other, I feel a bit whiplashed and am wondering how we got here. Still on the other hand...
The Crepe Paper Grew Taut

The Crepe Paper Grew Taut

“T-A-U-T. Taut,” he said. I let my imagination follow his words. He continued, “The crepe paper would grow taut…” I attended a conference this week with colleagues who dedicate themselves to being light in dark places. The speaker to whom...
13 Must-Know Tips Before You Fly

13 Must-Know Tips Before You Fly

1. Skip the metal-embossed clothing items (belts, too!). The metal detectors will beep. You will be flagged. You will be patted down. Save yourself some time and pack it rather than wear it that day. 2. Your liquid items must be in 3 oz. bottles. It doesn’t work if...