Family First Editor's Letter
While working on our “Impressions” theme, I found myself thinking about that cholent
Family First Feature
Rebbetzin Chaya Ausband lived with faith, intense joy, and boundless appreciation for Torah
Impressions
She’ll deny it, but it was always an imbalanced relationship. Chaya was the mashpia and I was the mekabel
Impressions
It’s been over 20 years since that summer. But I’ve never forgotten Henchi and her kindness
Impressions
I wondered if it was time to take on something I had an aversion to — physical exercise
Impressions
Years ago, you crossed paths, and something changed. Her hands warmed your essence, left an imprint upon your soul. 7 writers sought out the women who changed them
Impressions
In 2020 we recognize “so normal” as authentic. That was Miri. No pretenses, no apologies, no straining
Text Messages
It was going to be difficult to convey a comprehensive portrait of Marvin Schick
Family Diary
The first thing I thought was, This guy is a treasure. The second thing I thought was, I don’t know a single girl who will date him
Musings
My critic knows me and pushes me. To do more, to be more, but also to doubt and loathe myself
Story Time
“Why have you come?” the figure asked in a hushed voice, clutching the bundle tightly
Teen Fiction
I told Chayala about my huge fear of failing tests, Chayala started telling me about her social anxiety
