by David Greenspoon | May 23, 2025 | General
I am thinking of my family, friends, and neighbors in the Federal workforce, as are many others. The sudden loss of engaging in meaningful projects, connected colleagues, and a known compensation package is potentially a soul-staggering experience. This multilayered...
by David Greenspoon | May 23, 2025 | General
My local friend texted early on Sunday morning. She had received an emergency call from a friend of a friend, looking for a rabbi who deal with the loss of a pet. My name was shared. An hour later I am on a call with a person in South Florida with a traumatic recent...
by David Greenspoon | Mar 17, 2025 | B* Mitzvah
There is literally a world of venue options for your student’s ceremony and celebration. “Form follows function” is a helpful mindset to keep in mind when considering the venue. Here are some essential points to consider: Guest List size: Clearly this is an important...
by David Greenspoon | Mar 3, 2025 | B* Mitzvah
Hebrew language skills add an important sense of identity along with capacity for a student celebrating b* mitzvah. The ability to see the letters’ connections between various words enhances understanding and meaning. The skills-and-drills training certainly operate...
by David Greenspoon | Feb 17, 2025 | B* Mitzvah
Incorporating family and dearest friends into the celebration adds layers of meaning. Having ones’ closest relationships recognized in the celebration are often occasions for joy, and sometimes occasions for stress. Extending an honor should be understood as an...