A Chuppah Is Worth A Thousand Words
Jewish couples are increasingly getting creative, and personal, with their chuppah designs.
Why No Facebook Filter in Solidarity With Israeli Victims?
Why did Facebook present the flag filter as an option on behalf of France, when it does not do so on behalf of other countries plagued by Islamic terror — including Israel?
6 Reasons (Jewish) Mommy Blogs Suck
BACKWARD: While my friends are reading tips for decorating the playroom, or ‘Twelve Things My 14-Month-Old Definitely Believes,’ I am training my kid to kick the crap out of yours.
Ignoring My Kids — For Their Own Good
We live in a culture that says parents should record every little achievement of their children. Jordana Horn decided to ignore them a little — for their own good.
Are Jewish Day Schools the Answer?
Is sending a child to a Jewish day school the best defense against assimilation? Rising costs have pushed some parents to look for alternatives, while others argue it’s the only way.
Please Don’t Call Me 'Super Mom'
Jordana Horn doesn’t like it when people call her ‘Super Mom.’ It taps into a pressure Jews know well: the tyranny of ever-higher expectations.
Forgive Us for Clicking on Sam Horowitz's Bar Mitzvah Drama
Sam Horowitz’s Vegas-style bar mitzvah video says more about us than about the boy or his family. We may all want to be contrite about helping it go viral.
Who Says You Need Day School?
Is day school the only way to instill a sense of Jewish identity? Jordana Horn doesn’t think so — and she lays out her secrets of a good Jewish education.
Why Jewish Baby Names Are So Important
Why call a child ‘Zev’ or ‘Orli’? Baby naming is akin to developing a brand for a person. For Jews, it tells the world who we are — and that we’re not afraid to let them know.
Tzedakah Ain't Just for Jewish Millionaires
We’re lucky to have Jews who can write seven-figure checks to charity. But that doesn’t mean the rest of us shouldn’t chip in with our two-figure good deed.