It’s Week 3 of counting the Omer (April 15-21) Tiferet – compassion, balance and beauty. The “Who is Rich” image reminds us to lead a balanced life in the material world. You are blessed and content when you’re happy with your... Read the Rest...
“I Place my Self at the compassionate heart of God’s Tiferet and affirm the healing and balancing, centering light within me” from Gate to the Heart by R. Zalman Schachter-Shalomi z’l. The image “Four Worlds of Peace” reminds of this affirmation. This is week 3 of... Read the Rest...
This week’s parsha references the laws of kashrut. For me and our family, being kosher in 2018 means being Eco-kosher. The following suggestions are from the Reform Movement’s “10 minutes of Torah” with words by Rabbi David A. Lyon: Shop local! Find a farmer’s market... Read the Rest...
See this beautiful Judaic art piece from Pirkei Avot on the “Who is Strong?” product page. Week 2 (April 8-14) Gevurah – Discipline, boundaries. The second week of the Omer started the Saturday night that Pesach went out. We’ve celebrated and we’ve been... Read the Rest...
It is clear, the Eternal wants active dance partners in all men, women, and children. Therefore, may we all have the courage to step up onto the dance floor of life, making our collective movements forward more vibrant! During this week’s parsha we celebrate, with... Read the Rest...
“I am My Beloved’s, My Beloved is Mine” … love. As we think of the lesson this week provides in observing the counting of the Omer, love is the prevailing theme. The love between a couple, love that creates a family, love that makes a foundation for teaching... Read the Rest...
Ahava … love. As we think of the lesson this week provides in observing the counting of the Omer, love is the prevailing theme. The love between a couple, love that creates a family, love that makes a foundation for teaching about and practicing tikkun olam... Read the Rest...
Check out this lovely work of art on the website. These wise words from Hazon help us all go through this 49-day period of the Omer more thoughtfully and meaningfully. Hazon is an organization dedicated to helping Jews live more sustainably, more thoughtfully,... Read the Rest...
Jackie Olenick, right, making macaroons for Passover at home this morning in Bloomington, Indiana. With her are two old friends, Donna Baron, left; and Bonnie Gordon-Lucas, center. They call themselves “The Three Bubbes!” Jackie said, “Here’s something sweet... Read the Rest...
Four Angels Blessing From the evening Shema, comes the “Four Angels Blessing” for children of all ages. This new edition has four angel fish gently swimming under the moon’s reflection. English words are: “As we sleep surrounding us gather angels of light. On our... Read the Rest...
Shalom: This fine art giclee print was originally created as a mixed media collage. This print is so realistic it looks as if you can pluck the petals from the flower leaves. It is gentle and soft and evokes a feeling of peace – of shalom. It’s a perfect addition to... Read the Rest...
Pomegranates: These luscious, brightly colored pomegranates will enhance any room in your home. The image is inspired by “Song of Songs” – “When the pomegranates are in bloom, I will show you my love”. Framed and double matted 14” x 12”. Printed with archival ink on... Read the Rest...
Emet – Truth: Two-sided fashion forward affordable necklace with matching earrings. The necklace includes a 16-18” adjustable chain enhanced with crystals and features the word “Emet” in Hebrew on one side and “truth” in English on the other. The pendant... Read the Rest...
I Am My Beloveds: This romantic image of morning glories and birds is a beautiful gift for a wedding, or anniversary, and shows how love is continually renewed with each new day. This fine art giclee print is 12 x 14″ in a double mat. The frame is a flat gold 2″... Read the Rest...
Baby Naming. “With Each Child the World Begins Anew” Welcome your new child with this lovely image which will grow with your child and bring gladness and joy to any nursery. Great, also for proud new grandparents. I painted this for my first grandson, Steven and the... Read the Rest...
Four Angels Blessing From the evening Shema, comes the “Four Angels Blessing” for children of all ages. This new edition has four angel fish gently swimming under the moon’s reflection. English words are: “As we sleep surrounding us gather angels of light. On our... Read the Rest...
Hinei Ma Tov: “How Good It is When Brothers and Sisters Dwell Together in Peace and Blessing” The sweetest blessing for peace in our families. Available doubled matted in a lovely frame, measuring 14 x 14″ in the frame. Read the Rest...