“The problem is, it’s impossible to balance these two loyalties. Believe me, I try. And then, when I get this attitude from you, it’s frustrating and infuriating”

I looked at Shevy and chose my words carefully. “I know you’re disappointed,” I said slowly. “That’s— I get it"

“It’s boring and gutless. This is your oldest child, Mina. You’ll do black for your grandchildren’s weddings”

“We can’t help them. We can offer help. It’s up to them if they want to accept it"

Only I dragged leaden feet, my eyes darting fearfully to the door. If anyone discovered what I was doing, it was the end of me

“If we mess up with this lace,” Yocheved went on, “you know what a loss that will be. You don’t want that to come off your pay, do you?”