Being “Woke”

February 2, 2023

There is a debate happening in the state of Florida, caused by the governor’s repeated use of the word “woke.” …

Joy in Community

September 16, 2022

Last year when we read this week’s Torah portion I had just purchased a new crockpot. I got it at …

August 25, 2021

“I’m spiritual. I don’t need religion.” I have heard this statement a thousand times. I ask, “what does it mean …

October 30, 2020

I have a fondness for what nowadays is called vintage furniture. The internet quickly learned that about me. Consequently, every …

June 1, 2020

Yesterday, I marched. It was a small, peaceful march in downtown Sarasota, Florida. The organizers and nearly all of the …

May 15, 2020

This week’s Torah portion is mainly about the Jubilee year. This was important in ancient times, because every 50 years …