A Time To Be Thankful

November 27, 2008

As we read this, why not take a step back from our computer keyboard and ask: For what in our lives are we thankful?

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Our Kids and Jewish Camping

November 20, 2008

As many of you know, I am a product of our Reform Movement’s camping system. My first sleep-away camp experience was the summer before seventh grade at Henry S. Jacobs Camp in Utica, Mississippi. Talk about being nervous!

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Thank you!!!

November 13, 2008

If I learned but one thing growing up in the Cohen/Lewis household, it is how to say “thank you.” Read the rest of this entry »


How Far Have We Come?

November 6, 2008

Whew ….

In the days leading up to Election Day, I thought for sure something would go awry. I read too much to suggest that voting disenfranchisement would occur, just as it had occurred in districts in elections past that predominantly vote democratic.

I had little faith that those in power would let go of power without any means necessary.

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