A couple of years ago, at a Herzliya beachside café in Israel, I shared a coffee with NBC correspondent Martin Fletcher. I had interviewed him via Skype earlier in the year for a story, and when I said I was going to be in Israel, he suggested we meet for coffee. During our conversation, he…
Dating is like fishing. All the elements need to be in place for success. It is about the excellent weather conditions, luck, timing and placing oneself in the right location to reel in a catch. The sky was filled with puffy white clouds, and this exceptionally attractive man seemed to look into my soul with…
The road was open, and gorgeous snow-covered mountain tops were in my view. However, every time I needed to change lanes, I asked my Mom to help me since I was in an unfamiliar car and couldn’t see well out of the rear-view mirror. We were driving up to Vail to stay at the gorgeous Sonnenalp…
Over the past few decades thousands of Jewish teenagers in Arizona have attended Hebrew High, where they not only learned fascinating facts about their heritage and studied Hebrew for credit, they also made enduring friendships. Hebrew High’s programs bring Jewish students together from all walks of life. Students have varied points of view and religious upbringing…
Life is meant to be lived, so don’t wait to enjoy yourself to the fullest just because you don’t have a significant other. I’ve explored countless countries on my own, and the truth is, when you travel solo, you are never alone. Why not travel to places that are fun, filled with interesting people and…
There was a backpack with wires hanging out of it in the pickup area of Los Angeles International Airport. I looked to see if I could spot the owner of the bag, but no one was in sight. I immediately alerted a policeman who shrugged his shoulders and said he would investigate. I couldn’t help…
So it’s a new year, Valentine’s Day has come and gone again, and you are single. You most likely have had enough of those concerned, pitying looks that silently say, “Oh, you are single, at your age.” You know they are secretly thinking, “What is wrong with you?” The fact is everything is right with…
Clearing clutter and cleaning house is a Passover ritual. The Jewish version of spring cleaning started a long time ago, when the Jews had to leave Egypt on the run and without lots of stuff. Today, however, life is messy, and it’s so easy to keep collect- ing more and more clutter. But does more…
Weddings are always a joy, and when it comes to buying gifts to celebrate that joy, the options are endless. A great present is one selected with a great deal of thought for the happy couple. It is always good to check out the registry and perhaps think of giving cash. But if you would…
Mazel tov to you, new bride! You may have been waiting for this day for a long time, and finally it has arrived. Get ready for your entire world to change because with the word “yes,” the whirlwind of happy, excited energy has just begun. There are a million and one things to think about,…
