that I’m going to burn out because I’m “going too fast.” Meanwhile, I affixed my mezuzahs to the doorframe in my bedroom and the door outside. Still need one for the living room. Memorized the prayer for handwashing in English and Hebrew. Now own: Siddur, Shabbat candles, Shabbat CD and book, Shabbat candleholders, a challah… Continue reading Igor’s afraid…
The competition is fierce as the following names try to win a spot as my middle name…. Lael—of G-dAliza–JOY! Happiness! (My name now DOES mean ‘gives laughter’)Hannah–GraceDahlia–Flower, Gentle, Tree Branch, depending on where you lookAriella–lion of G-dAdalia-G-d is my refugeGavriella-G-d is my strength So far, Aliza and Adalia/Dalia are in the lead with most of… Continue reading Hebrew Names for Moi
as my new pal, Devora, who inspired this blog but I’m going to have to give it a try. This weekend was my first Shabbat meal at the beautiful home of Gavri and Shani who have already promised to set me up once I finish up the conversion process. Amazing! I was so sure that… Continue reading I’m not as witty…
Memoirs of a Jewminicana 