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How to Pronounce “ch” in Hebrew & Some Encouragement!

Why is “ch” so hard to pronounce in Hebrew?? Will you ever speak “Jewish” like you “belong”??

New Series: How to Speak “Jewish”

Welcome to the new series – How to Speak “Jewish”! Which words or phrases trip you up in Jewish situations? Be sure to share your ideas and/or needs down in the comments!

How to Convert to Judaism in a Nutshell

Ever considered converting to Judaism? It’s probably a lot harder than you think, and it can take years. Here’s the process in a nutshell. Please donate to help modernize the blog and help bring it to YouTube: https://www.paypal.com/pools/c/8ZjyzElzyC

How to Greet People on Shabbat

Not sure how to greet people on Shabbat? It’s awkward, right? Get some basic advice and pronunciation help here!

First YouTube Video is Up!

Ever wanted this blog in audio-visual format? You’ve got your wish! We’re now on YouTube! YouTube is the second largest search engine behind the main Google search engine itself. And shocking no one more than me, since 2010, there is still very little information about conversion online, much less realistic advice. There’s a lot of […]

A Wonderful Resource for Everyday Modern Hebrew (and a Coupon!)

Do you or your family want to learn everyday modern Hebrew? Talkbox.mom is what I use in my own home/our homeschool. It’s just as good for adults as kids. I studied linguistics in college – I know a thing or two about second-language acquisition. (True story: my independent study was about teaching Esperanto to older […]

Watch This Space!

More is coming! I “discovered” Judaism at 19 years old, which is now half a lifetime ago. I began this blog 12 years ago, but it has been quiet for almost 4 years. I’m nearing my 10th wedding anniversary, have 2 children, and still live in the New York City area. What have I […]

Some Last-Minute Pesach Resources

Time is short, are you ready?? Don’t worry if you’re behind. Don’t worry if you haven’t even started. Full disclosure: we haven’t started and we never do until right before. Maybe it’s ADHD, maybe she’s born with it? Either way, here are some last-minute resources you might find useful! Chag kasher v’sameach! Have a happy […]

How Long Does It Take to Convert? The Real Answer Is There’s No Answer

This is probably the most common conversion question out there: How long is this going to take?? (I wish Blogger offered a “scary” font! Letters dripping with blood would convey the feeling much more accurately!) It’s obvious to think about this question when you first get interested in converting. But you rarely realize this question […]

Book Review: Conversion to Judaism: Choosing to Be Chosen by Rabbi Bernice K. Weiss

I’d be lying if I didn’t say I came into this book with a lot of…cynicism? I mean, really, this is the cover: Conversion to Judaism: Choosing to Be Chosen: Personal Stories by Rabbi Bernice K. Weiss with Sheryl Silverman And each chapter starts with a clipart graphic of a bouquet. I wish I were […]