Author Archives: rabbisteinman

These are the words of Yehudah haLevi and these days I confess I am thinking even more about Israel and reminiscing (I’ve quoted the poem at the end of this post). Then I saw this editorial in the NYT. Israel … Continue reading →

Because it might make you regurgitate. Israeli Women’s Prayers Hit Reactionary Wall By Michele Chabin WeNews correspondent Wednesday, June 9, 2010 A woman wearing tefillin touches the Western Wall. Women in Israel are prohibited from wearing tefillin and prayer shawls … Continue reading →

I’m still taking all that has happened since Monday in.  The loss of life is tragic.  Israel has a right to protect her borders.  Her soldiers were acting according to maritime law, however they were walking into a publicity trap.  … Continue reading →

Yesterday was the first day of Pri Adamah!  It was an incredible success if I do say so myself.  The produce available included: green garlic, green and purple onions, radishes, asparagus,  bok choy, spinach, salad greens, asian greens, peppermint, potatoes, … Continue reading →

As I mentioned yesterday, DIVA and I are home to surprise my parents and we sure did! Plans were in the works for over six weeks.  My mom asked me one time and I said I couldn’t get away and … Continue reading →

This is the d’var Torah I was asked to deliver on the occasion of my mom’s retirement.  There is a surprise involved and I’ll fill you all in on those details in another post.  Meanwhile, Shabbat Shalom. Dear Mom, Surprise!  … Continue reading →

Many people ask me what are some of the differences between Canada and the USA.  There are lots and lots of differences, of course.  One that has come to my attention of late is the ways we engage with our … Continue reading →

That’s right.  One week from today is the first pick-up for Pri Adamah.  As of last week, we’re at 37 members.  It is possible to join Pri Adamah once the season has started (clearly you will not pay for the … Continue reading →

This is from my Uncle Alan.  Please do what he asks and make sure to tell your friends. Dear Friends and Family, I seldom ask for an urgent response, but this is one of those times. Next week the House … Continue reading →

This fascinating article from the New York Review of Books came to my attention.  I strongly recommend reading it. Is the Canadian Jewish community different from the American Jewish community or is this a North American phenomenon?