Judy Gruen is the author of Bylines and Blessings, The Skeptic and the Rabbi, and several other books. Based in Los Angeles, she is also a regular columnist for the Jewish Journal and a book editor.
Brian Steidle's experiences in Darfur propelled him to become one of the foremost activists trying to focus the world's attention on the ongoing genocide.
This malady follows a case of Pre-Bar Mitzvah Stress Disorder, characterized by bursting into tears with no warning because your little boy has the audacity to catapult into puberty before your very eyes.
Living with Dad wasn't always easy, but it was easy to forgive him. He faced major professional disappointments and the most painful kind of personal tragedy. How could I judge him?
I had contingency plans for many emergencies likely to strike during my absence. But tiny disgusting insects congealing to my children's heads was one I hadn't figured on.
Passover’s Message of Hope in the Aftermath of Oct. 7
