The farmer and his wagon
Harold, an elderly man, is resting peacefully on the porch of his small hotel outside Boca when he sees a cloud of dust up the road. He walks out to see who could be approaching: It is a farmer with a wagon. “Good afternoon,” says Harold.
A Study of Contrasts
During these days of counting from Pesach until Shavuos we mourn the loss of thousands of students of the great Talmudic Sage Rabbi Akiva. A plague consumed them and a dearth of Torah excellence and study ensued in their absence until Rabbi Akiva was able to begin anew. Obviously, their stature was imposing and their prudence in Talmud was extraordinary.
Sharing Our Stories Through Food: Nanny’s Sugar Cookies
My great-grandmother lived in Missouri, she was a true southern woman. Church on Sundays, a strong southern drawl and the ONLY ONE allowed in the kitchen. However, whenever we would go to visit, she would sneak me and my brother into the kitchen with her, not letting anyone else in. She would tie an apron around us and hand us supplies to put on the table to get baking.
Weekly Insights from Chaya Parkoff
Dear Ladies Before I begin, I first want to share my deep condolences to our incredible leader at The Jewish Experience, Rabbi Leban and his very special mother Mrs. Cheryl
Without Cause
We live in a very liberal society where feeling victimized is the vogue of the day. Whether the culprit is a parent, your teacher, or perhaps a friend, we are seldom the cause of our failure. Rather, the reason for our inconvenience or frustration is on account of others. Of course, this is not realistic and certainly not honest.
Einstein the Dog
A guy gets a new dog, a nice Jewish dog. He names the dog Einstein and trains Einstein to do a couple of tricks. He can’t wait to show Einstein
Dvar Torah From Samantha Clague
As we conclude the beautiful Passover holiday it is important to remember that the culmination of the exodus was not just freedom, but most importantly the gift of the Torah.
Post Pesach Reflections from Ellyn Hutt
Hello from Sunny Florida! I hope you had a wonderful Pesach celebration and that you’re now counting the days (Sefirat HaOmer) between Pesach and Shavuot, the holiday where we celebrate
With Fire In Their Souls
The parsha opens with an in-depth discussion of the olah sacrifice which is totally burnt on the altar. Ohr Hachaim Hakodosh has a lengthy dissertation expounding how the olah sacrifice alludes to the tremendous difficulties that we have suffered over the years from the nations of the world.
Matzo in the Park
A Jewish man took his Passover lunch to eat outside in the park. He sat down on a bench and began eating. Since Jews do not eat leavened bread during the eight-day holiday, he was eating Matzo.
This Week In Pictures
Olami Denver Experience enjoyed a fabulous Mock Seder this week in preparations for Pesach. And not just any Seder – Steak and Seder! What a fabulous dinner and a great opportunity to learn the best practices to hosting their own Seders at home this year.
Sharing Our Stories Through Food: Passover Brownies
This is my mother in laws- Cindy Wolfe’s- Recipe
I double this for each 9×13 pan and literally make at least 8 pans of this every year. It’s the first cooking I do before Pesach every year is make a ton and fill the freezer. This is a staple and my husband laughs at the idea of me making something different. They are the best.