Issue of May 14, 2010/ 1 Sivan 5770 Dear Aviva, My husband and I have 4 children and have been married for nearly 29 years. Our kids are getting older and are establishing themselves. … more

By Jamie Geller Issue of May 14, 2010/ 1 Sivan 5770 I’m not one to fly in the face of Jewish tradition, but Shavuos is one holiday where I confess to compromising on a minhag. I know, I know … more

From the other side of the bench by David Seidemann Issue of May 14, 2010/ 1 Sivan 5770 I was just two in 1961, the year that saw one of the most exciting battles in baseball history. The … more

by Alan Jay Gerber Issue of May 14, 2010/ 1 Sivan 5770 A holiday that celebrates the giving of the Ten Commandments surely deserves literary notice and this week’s essay will be devoted to … more

Issue of May 14, 2010/ 1 Sivan 5770 I never thought I’d be someone’s Ed McMahon. Truth is, Ed McMahon and I really have nothing in common. Consider the following: I’ve never awarded … more

Row B By Dr. Jay Silverstein Issue of May 7, 2010/ 23 Iyar, 5770 It is a great privilege to be welcomed by this publication and share my thoughts with its distinguished readership. I value … more

Row A By Dr. David Sussman Issue of May 7, 2010/ 23 Iyar, 5770 There is a perfect storm about to hit the Lawrence School District. This time you have the chance to divert its damages. Three … more

Issue of May 7, 2010/ 23 Iyar, 5770 All questions are real. Identifying details have been changed to preserve anonymity. Dear Aviva, I am 42 years old and am trying to get back together with my … more

From the other side of the bench by David Seidemann Issue of May 7, 2010/ 23 Iyar, 5770 I hold no affinity for the feline or canine species. Accordingly, the incessant requests from my kids … more

Issue of May 7, 2010/ 23 Iyar, 5770 The worldwide statistics regarding damage caused by the eruption of a volcano in Iceland are mind-boggling. The number of air travelers whose plans were disrupted … more