Category Archives: memories

The shopping list

Posted on April 12, 2011 by rabbisteinman

The shopping list I started doing my shopping for Passover. Matzah, butter, eggs. And the new addition I never wanted, at least not yet, the yahertzeit candle. To ignite on the eve of the 7th day so that I can … Continue reading →

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Happy birthday, Papa z”l

Posted on March 30, 2011 by rabbisteinman

    Today was my PAPA’s birthday. I have some very clear memories of birthday celebrations with him and various family members and each of them brings a smile to my face. How could they not? My PAPA was the … Continue reading →

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It is international KJ appreciation day!

Posted on January 16, 2011 by rabbisteinman

Today is my BFF, KJ’s birthday!  Though this special list has typically been reserved for immediate family in the past, I am breaking a new trend because KJ is in the T-dot!  I get to spend this special day with … Continue reading →

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Those who sow in tears will reap in joy

Posted on January 11, 2011 by rabbisteinman

Debbie Friedman, z”l, died on Sunday.  Her funeral is today at 11am in California.  The Jewish world has lost an immense talent who transformed the nature of prayer in our synagogues and taught a generation how to pray. There are … Continue reading →

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Pralines ‘n cream

Posted on December 19, 2010 by rabbisteinman

Yesterday would have been GRANDMA’s 92nd birthday.  When I moved back to Los Angeles in 2004 I started a new tradition where every December 18 I had GRANDMA’s favorite ice cream in her honor, Baskin Robbins Pralines ‘n cream.  (Actually her … Continue reading →

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Summer all year long

Posted on December 7, 2010 by rabbisteinman

For today’s Chanukah giving suggestion I didn’t have to think very hard (which is good because I got a flu shot and have a bit of a headache).  Sitting in my office in cold, blustery Toronto with the snow on … Continue reading →

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But what will I do with the mute button now?

Posted on December 5, 2010 by rabbisteinman

It seems that there is some sense of order in operation in the world. How, you might ask? Well, if you have ever watched TV at the RABBISTEINMAN house, you know that the mute button is pretty much always used … Continue reading →

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I still miss you every day

Posted on November 8, 2010 by rabbisteinman

Dear Grandma, Grandma, THE DIVA and me circa 1985(?) Today marks ten years on the Hebrew calendar since you died.  Even writing the words brings tears to my eyes.  So much has happened for all of us, our family, and … Continue reading →

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