Dear Miriam | Signing Off
In January of 2011, pregnant with my first child ...
Dear Miriam | Synagogue Switch Could Create Awkward Moments With Rabbi
My family is friends with the rabbi at our synagogue ...
Dear Miriam | Phillies Phever Hinders Phamily Routine
My kids thrive on routine and on consistency, which has been in short supply this school year.
Dear Miriam | How Should I Communicate Food Allergies, Preferences?
I just moved to Philly and am fortunate to have received a few invitations for holiday meals.
Dear Miriam | Yom Kippur Asked and Answered
Right before Rosh Hashanah, I answered some holiday-themed questions.
Dear Miriam | High Holidays Questions Answered
In the lead-up to the High Holidays, there are too many questions to choose just one
Dear Miriam | Unvaccinated Peer Vexes Student
I am a kid who goes to a middle school where COVID vaccines are not required.
Dear Miriam | How Can I Avoid a High Holiday Gathering?
During the first two High Holiday seasons of the pandemic ...
Dear Miriam | Toddler’s First Road Trip Raises Questions
We are taking our toddler on his first road trip.
Dear Miriam | Friend of a Friend’s Comments Create Discomfort
A friend of a friend recently made some overtly racist comments in front of me.