I’m a Nachas-ist. Yep. You read right. I’m addicted to “nachas.” Now, nachas – (pronounced nakh-es) according to the dictionary is Yiddish for joy or blessings,pride especially from one’s children and grandchildren. The truth is that there is no English word or phrase that captures the exact nuance of what nachas is…. Read More
It is said that as human beings we are supposed to carry in our pockets two messages. In one, we have a message that says, “For me the world was created.” In the other, we carry – “I am but dust of the earth.” Which one is the one we… Read More
Okay – time for some grandson kvelling. Hey, it’s been a few posts or more since I have actually talked about my grandkids for a change! (and not myself). Well, now’s the perfect time to go back to my usual (and sometimes interesting – I like to think) grandchild bragging…. Read More
