The Making of a Children’s Book

Sarah Massry

Have you always dreamed of writing a children’s book? Go for it! Here are some tips to get you started

To Make A Difference: Every Day a Gift

Machla Abramowitz

A unique Succos supplement, celebrating the unsung heroes in our midst – all nominated by Mishpacha readers

To Make A Difference: Empty Arms, Broken Hearts

Bracha Steinberg

Reva Judas, Teaneck, New Jersey // Nominated by Michelle Binstock

To Make A Difference: Hear My Song

Sharon Gelbach

Nissim Black, Meah Shearim, Jerusalem // Nominated by Penina Fein

Fighting Apathy with Fire

Leah Gebber

Pamela Cohen spent decades fighting for the Jews trapped behind the Iron Curtain. Their journey — to freedom and emunah — mirrored her personal quest

Hold That Thought?

Elisheva Appel

How can we raise children who won’t blindly follow the herd — but will follow gedolim? Who will ask crucial questions — but won’t challenge mesorah?

Stops Along the Way

Family First Contributors

These detours shaped our destinies

Exotic Fruits

Sivi Sekula

Here’s a guide to the interesting fruits that might wind up on your table this year

Issue 607: Not-Your-Typical Asian Steak Salad

CHANIE NAYMAN

My inspiration for this salad is the components of a lo mein that we all love, except that it’s over lettuce instead of noodles!

Issue 603: Chicken Satay Skewers

Avigail Meislik

Give your chicken a tropical twist with this terrific combo

Issue 601: Orange Flounder

Michal Frischman

For certain flaky fishes, including flounder, the stovetop is the way to go This one is light, fragrant, and delicious

Issue 600: Best Dairy Onion Soup Ever

Brynie Greisman

This soup has the perfect texture and flavor

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Conversations

What’s in a Name?
Shoshana Friedman “What does Writer X have to say this week?”

Atonement — Fake and Real
Yonoson Rosenblum White confessionals and faux rituals

Four Walls Coming Full Circle
Eytan Kobre All the while, there’s been a relationship in the offing...

And Yet We Smile
Yisroel Besser We are the nation that toils to be happy at all costs

Out of This World
Rabbi Henoch Plotnick Dirshu Hashem b’himatzo — we are in Hashem’s company now...

Steven and Jonathan Litton
Rachel Bachrach The co-owners of Litton Sukkah, based in Lawrence, NY

Tali Messing
Moe Mernick Tali Messing, engineering manager at Facebook Tel Aviv

Sick Note
Jacob L. Freedman “Of course, Dr. Freedman. Machul, machul, machul”

Avoiding Health Columns Can Be Good for You
Rabbi Emanuel Feldman Only one reliable guide for good health: our Torah

Endnote: Side Notes
Riki Goldstein Most Jewish music industry entertainers have side profes...

Me, Myself, and Why
Faigy Peritzman Where there’s no heart and no love, there’s no point

Can’t Do It Without You
Sarah Chana Radcliffe When you step up to the plate, you build your home team

Eternal Joy
Mrs. Elana Moskowitz The joy of Succos is the fruit of spiritual victory

The Appraiser: Part III
D. Himy, M.S. CCC-SLP and Zivia Reischer Make sure your child knows his strengths

Hidden Special Needs
Rena Shechter You won’t see his special needs, but don’t deny them

Dear Wealthy Friend
Anonymous There’s no need for guilt. I am truly happy for you