This past Friday morning, after I made my morning coffee, I headed down to my basement office to learn, as I do every morning. About ten minutes after I sat down at my desk, I heard the unmistakable sound of rushing water from nearby. After getting over my initial denial, I jumped up and ran over
Outlet Woes
During one of my visits to Eretz Yisroel a few years ago, I was getting ready to shave before Shabbat. Although my shaver was wired for American
Endearing Flexibility
It was definitely one of the most unique gifts I ever received. Since it was given to me, I am hardly ever apart from it. This may sound funny, but
Open Slowly…
I’m sure it’s happened to almost everyone at one time or another. You’re sitting at some sort of reception or simcha talking with a friend, when you
The Siyum Hashas, Met-Life And Goshen
Each of the fifty-two sections or parshiyot of the Torah are separated from the previous section by an empty space of at least nine letters. There is
Chanukah Advertising
A noted therapist once quipped that the best psychologists are not doing private consultations or helping people on an individual basis. Rather, they
Take A Deep Breath, Relax, And Appreciate What You Have
A couple of years ago, I had the privilege to accompany the ninth and twelfth graders of our yeshiva, Heichal HaTorah, on the first Shabbaton of the