The Rosh HaShanah Haggadah

The Rosh HaShanah Seder

The Rosh HaShanah Seder – Seder Yehi Ratzon A Sephardic Experience, In English e’ in italiano The Rosh HaShanah seder has its origins in the Talmud (Horayot 12a) where Rabbi Abaye writes about eating those foods that grow in abundance at this time of the year. Beginning with prayers of gratitude, we serve symbols of this […]

When the Economy Goes South, Should We Help the Kids?

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Aging Jewishly – What Our Traditions Tell Us about Growing Old “Let’s turn off the computer and go to bed.”  Mel pushed the power button, shook his head and turned to his wife, Liddy.  Mel’s worry was obvious.  “I don’t like what I hear when I talk to the grandkids. Tyler’s new business is suffering […]

When Elder Driving Becomes Dangerous – How to Give Up the Keys

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Aging Jewishly – What Our Traditions Tell Us about Growing Old Lou’s twin granddaughters, Rebecca and Rena were due at the house any minute and Lou was running a bit behind. Lou had misplaced his cell phone and he had been searching for it for more than an hour. The sandwiches that Lou planned for […]