Monthly Archives: December 2010
Hospitality
I have nothing for this day – sorry guys – I am tired, sad and empty of ideas.
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Fidelity
“No,” he says, “I will not be part of this.” The faces around him smirk. Mutters. Then one by one they turn around and walk away. Finally he is alone with the girl. She is curled up in a corner … Continue reading
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Brief Yule Interlude
I am participating in Reflections at the Magick Tree 12 days of Yule Blog Party. The Originating Blog is Pagan – and so far all participating Blogs, except mine, are Pagan. No, I am not Pagan – I am Jewish … Continue reading
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Honor
“Isser, please stay behind with me,” the Rabbi calls out as the cheder ends for the day. “Yes, Rabbi.” The boy walks over to the Rabbi’s desk. Outside he hears the others get into a run, all heading home. His … Continue reading
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Truth
The market place is full of people, despite the cold. The smells and sounds whisk by him. He better hurry, Mother is waiting for the potatoes. They will have latkes today, tonight is Chanukah. Isser likes latkes. Before Father died, … Continue reading
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Courage
“Give me my bag!” His bag rustle from hand to hand just out of his reach. “Come and take it, you dumb kike!” Laughter. “Give me my bag, the books in it belong to the library, give it to me!” … Continue reading
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Winter Solstice
She grabs her two children and her small pack from the deck beside her. The cold winter wind rips through her clothes. Looking down the gangway she follows her husband into this new land. So many noises, smells and sights … Continue reading
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