COVID Fatigue Could Be Killing Us

Two years into this global pandemic, we are tired, frustrated, and disgusted. Many of us are sick physically and many of us are sick emotionally: Isn’t it enough already? According to the CDC, there have been over 50 million cases Continue reading COVID Fatigue Could Be Killing Us

Who Is Sarah Halimi and Why You Should Care (Published in The Times of Israel)

Writing an article about the horrifically violent and senseless murder of Sarah Halimi seemed superfluous, especially two weeks after the verdict. But when a friend (and several others I polled) had no knowledge of the case and its aftermath, I Continue reading Who Is Sarah Halimi and Why You Should Care (Published in The Times of Israel)

Santa Isn’t Real, But Covid Is (Published in The Times of Israel)

Now that we are days away from the inevitable post-Christmas Covid surge, I am reminded of the question my kids asked me so many years ago: “Mom, is Santa real?” I’d been dreading this question for years, but not in Continue reading Santa Isn’t Real, But Covid Is (Published in The Times of Israel)

Can We Just Let RBG Rest In Peace? (Published in The Times of Israel)

Ruth Bader Ginsburg, may her memory forever be for a blessing and may we never forget what she did for us women, has barely been gone 24 hours. News outlets are abuzz with speculation regarding her replacement. The word “replacement” Continue reading Can We Just Let RBG Rest In Peace? (Published in The Times of Israel)

Which Lives Matter Most? (Published in The Times of Israel)

In the midst of all the animosity, violence, and global pandemic that plagues us, I find myself waking up in the middle of the night with racing thoughts and angst for our future. I do the one thing that every Continue reading Which Lives Matter Most? (Published in The Times of Israel)