Guests and Blogs

Rabbi Marc Soloway shares "A Prayer for the People of Haiti" by his colleague Rabbi Naomi Levy.

Jules Kramer sends in a report from Israel about the Lone Soldiers Program of the IDF.

Deb Dusansky learns something valuable from the game of golf... without actually playing. Follow through to find out more by reading her article.

We thought readers would like to know a little bit about Dr. Jenni Skyler, Boulder’s own sex therapist and board certified sexologist, who will be writing “Sexy Shabbos with Dr. Jenni.”

I'm not stuck in London - my Yahoo email was hacked. A hassle, but nice to hear from everyone!

Three Boulder Jewish websites hacked; Paul Korda responds.

As 2009 draws to a close, the board of Stand By Israel (SBI) is pleased to announce it has been granted 501c3 status as a tax-exempt non-profit organization. Stan Kreis shares this letter from the SBI Board.

For Jews, Xmas is not simple and it is not avoidable. Let's gather up, eat homemade, kosher Chinese food in a warm and joyous environment with good people. Rabbi Goldfeder explains.

Shaul Amir sends his holiday greetings from Israel to his many friends in Boulder and Colorado.

Our jaws dropped. Shock turned to disbelief, which turned to rage at the injustice. How could Face have been booted in the first round from nationally televised a cappela competition, ‘The Sing-Off?’ Kathryn Bernheimer reacts.

Stan Kreis shares: The Nobel-winning Economist Robert M. Solow remarked about him, "You could be disqualified for a job if you were either smart or Jewish or Keynesian. So what chance did this smart, Jewish, Keynesian have?”

Morah Yehudis Fishman shares her vision of True Judaism.

"Hibernation is not passive. It is a time of deep nourishment and rest. It is a time where our soul rejuvenates and gets stronger in order to thrive in the spring."

There is no half measure here. Either one commits to the War or one negotiates a surrender, if the enemy allows that.

Thoughts on connecting Jewishly with Thanksgiving. Pumpkin challah, anyone? Click to read more.

Perspective and a link to a thought-provoking article by Robin Margolis.

Stan Kreis suggests that when it comes to Israel, readers maintain a modicum of skepticism and read all points of view and trust those most who build credibility the old fashion way, one piece at a time. Click the headline for more.

Deb Dusansky's monthly newsletter for November explores routines and moving "out of our box." Click the headline for the full article.

There is no doubt that this has been a “unique” year to be a fundraiser for the Jewish community. Whether you are a donor or an "asker," participating in the mitzvah of tzedakah helps connect us to our soul's purpose. Click the headline for the full text.

My working thesis is that the case for Israel is much, much stronger than the case against Israel.

It is particularly aimed to hamstring President Obama in matters of US national security

"Mindfulness in and of itself is a powerful tool. Sometimes merely the act of being mindful and tuning our awareness towards healing our soul, taking care of our self on a deeper level, works wonders...."

Stan Kreis takes a look at the US' policies in the Middle East and how they may affect Israel, intentionally or unintentionally.

The Goldstone Report: Three Strikes and You're Out! David Harris' first blog for the Huffington Post.