Being a Jew in C-U: School Dazed

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The one in which I tell you what keeps me up at night.

Being a Jew in C-U: Reunion

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On forgiveness and friendship at Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year

Being a Jew in C-U: Apples and Honey

Taste some apples and honey and learn about Rosh Hashanah at a free community event on Sunday, Sept. 5 at Curtis Orchard. (Photo by Public Domain Photos on flickr)

It’s Rosh Hashanah, and here’s what I’m thinking: thank goodness for honeycrisp apples.

Being a Jew in C-U: New Beginnings

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When are we really ready to take on the new challenges — and new beginnings — that parenting young children brings us on a regular basis?

Being a Jew in C-U: Picking Up the Pieces

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Sometimes, we all need as many prayers as we can get.