Issue of July 3, 2009 / 11 Tammuz 5769 Dear That’s Life, It’s no wonder so much of my life happens at Starbuck’s: I drink too much coffee. But do not panic: it is all decaf. Pulling … more

American soldiers at a small combat outpost outside of Baghdad said thanks after they received a little love and warm wishes from kids on Long Island who were thinking of them this summer. HAFTR's … more

Winter coats and canned food are the link By Michael Orbach Issue of January 15, 2010/ 29 Tevet 5770 In what could be the coldest winter to hit New York since the 1970's and after what … more

The Kosher Bookworm by Alan Jay Gerber Issue of April 30, 2010/ 16 Iyar, 5770 With the warm weather of the spring season now upon us, walking tours of some of the most historic communities in … more

Issue of August 20, 2010/ 10 Elul 5770 Henry Roth's life is the stuff novels are made of. Roth was in his twenties when he published his masterpiece "Call it Sleep" in 1934. The story of David … more

There is a distinct difference between a vacation and a family trip. A vacation is when you go somewhere, wile away your cares, skip the laundry and sit on a beach drinking a mai tai. Okay — maybe … more

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Moshe’s goodbye speech that is the book of Devarim contains a number of references to the fact that he will not accompany the people into the Promised Land. He talks about how he requested, knelt, pleaded before G-d to be given a chance to enter the land — if only for a short time — and how each request was summarily rejected. more

Dear Aviva I work at an extremely demanding job. The hours are brutal and I often have to work weekends as well. I find it stimulating and challenging and I love the paycheck. The problem is that I just got married a few months ago and I know that I am neglecting my wife. She is not complaining at all (she is amazing), but I feel like I am missing out on making the most of my new life with her. I feel really guilty about it, and a little short changed as well. How can I make the most of what I have? -Wishing Were With Wife more

If the word tofu reminds you of “flower child” of the 60s and tasteless health food, you are not alone—but you are missing out on one of the most versatile, healthy-for-you ingredients. more