I am not afraid of many things in life, probably because I’ve survived so many, relatively speaking, horrible incidents. But recently, something frightening has been happening. I have lost my voice – twice – within a short period of time. I know for many this is a seemingly insignificant event and probably low on a…
Continue Reading »
Is there anyone who wasn’t captivated by the Royal Wedding? And who among us didn’t have admiration for the fantastic Dr. Suess inspired chapeaus that paraded along the red carpet and into Westminster Abbey? But my greatest appreciation was reserved for the die hard fans of the Royal fanfare (you know who who you are). …
Continue Reading »
I admit to having more than a passing interest in pop culture. And when it comes to certain reality TV shows, my interest is heightened. No, I’m not much of a Snookie fan preferring instead MTV’s pro-social themed Buried Life and Made. I will confess to having followed with excitement MTV’s Sun Drop soda launch,…
Continue Reading »
Natural forces and international disasters remind this mother of the importance of shining her light in the world.
Continue Reading »
True love wins at the Oscars. Just ignore the vomit in the corner.
Continue Reading »
I woke up hopeful. I had dreamed I would find a notice posted on my Facebook “A Plea becomes a Movement” event page that would tell us that Debbie Friedman, the Jewish musical icon that had inspired multiple generations, had woken from her coma. Wouldn’t it be a miracle? The mere thought that the world…
Continue Reading »
It’s been a most extroardinary day, one I won’t soon forget. The power of social media is humbling and in this case, for a great cause. Just under two hours from now thousands of people will join their voices in a call for prayer to lend support and energy to singer/songwriter Debbie Friedman. It all…
Continue Reading »
Debbie Friedman is one of the most influential and beloved Jewish artists of our time. One of her most famous songs is Mi Shebeirach – a Prayer for Healing. Now it’s Debbie who needs our prayer for her healing. She is critically ill in a Southern California hospital so I am inviting all of…
Continue Reading »
Wild maned, bristly and bright eyed, a homeless gentleman named Ted Williams used to roam the Ohio interstate. Typical of most street beggars, he carried a rough-edged cardboard sign proudly offering to demonstrate his one and only attribute in exchange for badly needed cash. This talent was his “God given gift of voice.” So after…
Continue Reading »