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Blood Brothers

by Miriam Metzinger

It happens all over the world in all kinds of situations. Not all of those who miraculously recover or who unselfishly and literally give a part of themselves so another may live become front page news.

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02 May 2008 04:55 AM

Never Again, Again?

by Miriam Metzinger

I was shocked to hear about the terrible fire that happened on the third day of Passover at the Chabad synagogue in Florida.

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25 Apr 2008 04:05 AM

The Last Days of Passover

by Miriam Metzinger

Tonight we are bringing in the grand finale to the week of eating matzahs and discussing liberation. The day is called "acharon shel Pesach" or Shevii shel Pesach.

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22 Apr 2008 06:02 AM

Dealing with Finicky Eaters on Passover

by Miriam Metzinger

Passover can be a challenge for feeding finicky eaters. I have an four year old who once upon a time ate everything in sight (as his eighteen month old brother does now), but now he is very set on things he likes and does not like.

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18 Apr 2008 05:26 AM

Passover: The Big Leap

by Miriam Metzinger

If you've been preparing for Passover the last few weeks, undoubtedly, you have been out shopping, spending more than usual and cleaning the house from top to bottom.

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11 Apr 2008 05:34 AM

Is the Seder One Long Drama? Try Haggadah Rehearsals

by Miriam Metzinger

It happens to me every year. I think to myself "I've done this before," (we're not counting how many times). While I wouldn't claim to be an old pro at the Passover Seder, I'm not exactly a neophyte, and I know without looking to prepare salt water for dipping and the rest of the trimmings.

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04 Apr 2008 05:15 AM

Passover Cleaning: Work for Us, Fun for Kids

by Miriam Metzinger

There is something refreshing and purifying about a good Spring Clean. Sure, it may cause you to work up a little sweat, or to feel a bit tired, but few things are as satisfying as the result of tackling months of clutter collected through cabin fever, frustration and winter inertia.

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21 Mar 2008 05:56 AM

Purim is Like Yom Kippur with Food?

by Miriam Metzinger

Happy Purim, everyone! Many people are not familiar with this holiday, which was once considered a minor holiday, and now is being elevated to the forefront of the Jewish calendar.

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15 Feb 2008 02:45 AM

Making the Home Into a Sanctuary

by Miriam Metzinger

Ever heard the expression "A man's home is his castle." It is a bit outdated in a sense and the focus on the male is not quite in line with contemporary values, but there is something to this expression.

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01 Feb 2008 04:40 AM

The Secret to the Giants' Success

by Miriam Metzinger

The Jewish People have always been underdogs. Just look at the history of incredible victories over Persians, Greeks and other civilizations as celebrated in our various festivals throughout the year. The New York Giants are also underdogs.

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