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Dear Friend,
Do you have a cousin (or another relative) from Israel?
The reactions to my sharing last week that “my cousin from Israel will be here for Shabbat” brought out invariable reactions of interest, admiration, camaraderie, excitement, a certain something indefinable.
Was it pride and solidarity? A sense of connection? Wishfulness or prayer?
He came with his wife thanks to a “dare” made at a recent family wedding, an upcoming milestone birthday, and his penchant for getting deals on cheap tickets to anywhere. (And, apparently, to be the 10th man at our monthly Shabbos family service.)
It was a great surprise and pleasure to host him and his wife, and they, … Read More »