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2023-12-14T15:11:18-05:00

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Here’s How One Mom is Fighting Schoolwide Antisemitism

Last updated on: December 14, 2023 at 3:11 pm By Dana Shemesh

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It’s been over two months since the October 7 massacre, violent rape, maiming and kidnapping of Jews living in Israel, as well as innocent foreign workers who were victims of Hamas’ brutal rampage. Since then, Israeli military forces are battling Hamas inside Gaza, trying to wipe the scourge of terrorism against Israel once and for all. Spread of Antisemitism The world backlash has been palpable, with the victims being blamed for existing. Every day – countless acts of antisemitism have... Read more

2023-12-13T01:15:39-05:00

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This Hanukkah, We Are Lighting Two Menorahs.. Here’s Why

Last updated on: December 13, 2023 at 1:15 am By Dana Shemesh

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Tonight marks the 6th night of Hanukkah, when my family will light six candles to commemorate the holiday. We will also light candles for a second menorah in the house, in honor of the 137 hostages who are spending their Hanukkah as captives in Gaza and are obviously unable to light candles or have a menorah. What Makes Hanukkah Different This Year The week-long holiday commemorates the revolt of the Jewish Maccabees who rose up against oppressive, anti-Jewish rule. After... Read more

2023-11-27T13:41:22-05:00

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As a Mom of Two Boys, and As a Human, I Can’t Shake The Image of This Boy Being Held Hostage in Gaza

Last updated on: November 27, 2023 at 1:41 pm By Dana Shemesh

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Yigal Yaacov is a bright blue-eyed sandy haired 12 year old boy, that lives in southern Israel. In the photos and videos shared online – his carefree, happy spirit is evident – he is silly, goofy, lovable. Like most other 12-year old boys, he enjoys playing soccer and making Tik Tok videos. As of this writing, Yigal has been held in captivity in the depths of hell for 51 days. “Don’t take me, I’m too young,” these were the last... Read more

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2023-11-15T01:26:28-05:00

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Here’s What its Like to Be a Jewish Mom Right Now

Last updated on: November 15, 2023 at 1:26 am By Dana Shemesh

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For the past several weeks since October 7, I have woken up and gone to bed with the same clouded thoughts. Is this really real? No, it can’t be. I am a Jewish mother in the 21st Century suffering an existential crisis – one that I share with the entire Jewish population. Our Jewish world as we know it has been changed irrevocably. There was a horrific massacre against the Jewish people in Israel – murder, rape, beheadings of babies,... Read more

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2023-12-11T13:55:20-05:00

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This is How I’m Talking to My Kids About Israel Right Now

Last updated on: December 11, 2023 at 1:55 pm By Dana Shemesh

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Unless you are living under a rock, you know that there has been a massacre of biblical proportions in Israel over the weekend, and it’s not over. It started at a music festival in Southern Israel, where hundreds of young people came to celebrate youth, freedom and the beauty of a life well lived – only to be met with a horrific scenario out of a terrible movie: Hamas terrorists infiltrated the border, in droves, to massacre and kill in... Read more

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2023-05-25T14:26:41-04:00

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The Kosher Craze: How a Religious Dietary Law Became a Mainstream Food Trend

Last updated on: May 25, 2023 at 2:26 pm By Dana Shemesh

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I remember one afternoon at my chiropractor’s office the assistant, who happened to be the wife of the doctor asked me a strange question. “Where can I buy kosher meat?” she asked. The question was posed from a statuesque blonde with delicate Grace Kelly features who happened to be a devout Christian. I was a bit dumbfounded, why would a Gentile want to spend more money on kosher meat when her religion did not require it? So asked her why.... Read more

Food and Religion

2023-05-25T14:23:28-04:00

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Our Round Kitchen Table Dramatically Changed Our Family Dynamic

Last updated on: May 25, 2023 at 2:23 pm By Dana Shemesh

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Mealtimes for our family of four have always been a source of stress for me, ever since our children were small. Whether it’s the grumbling over the soup du jour, my husband’s loud criticism of our kids’ table manners, or the incessant requests to shut off the electronics while we are at the table, mealtime with the family is not something I looked forward to. As we have assumed more “traditional” roles in our home, it’s really up to me... Read more

Food and Religion

2023-05-25T14:21:42-04:00

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I Grew Up Not Knowing About The Concept of “Evil Eye” Until I Married an Israeli with Traditional Beliefs

Last updated on: May 25, 2023 at 2:21 pm By Dana Shemesh

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On a recent weeknight, my mother-in-law joined me in preparation of our Passover dinner. We were expecting around 35 guests, and while each family was to bring a dish – just making sure we had the basic staples for the table proved to be a timely challenge. We made a large quantity of tehina – a staple of Israeli cuisine made from sesame paste mixed with lemon juice, garlic, seasonings, and water. After a lot of mixing by hand (sometimes... Read more

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