Our family celebrated some wonderful good news recently! As I posted on my Facebook page last week, “Finally Gabe and Marina got married! We are thrilled to welcome Marina to the family. The weather was glorious for their outdoor "micro-wedding" (Gabe's term), with 38 guests, at Tribeca Rooftop, their original venue for the April 26 … Continue reading Looking Back and Looking Forward on Rosh Hashannah – September 2020 – Tishrei 5781
Shanah tovah!
May you all have a happy, sweet and healthy new year. Please remember to stop writing "5780" on your checks Sunday night.
New Class on Zoom: Jewish Ethics NOW – The Pandemic, Race Relations, The Economy
Here is the e mail about my new class that was just sent out by my synagogue. I thought some of you might be interested. Rabbi Ronald Roth's Tuesday Nosh and Knowledge Class is taking a New Direction Jewish Ethics NOW Log in on your computer or listen on your phone It will be … Continue reading New Class on Zoom: Jewish Ethics NOW – The Pandemic, Race Relations, The Economy
Visiting Mt. Sinai
I will start with the conclusion – I am doing well. Yesterday I had my first in person visit at Mt. Sinai since February. It felt a little like “old home” week from the young woman who signed me in, put the plastic band on my wrist and said, “Mr. Roth, you haven’t been here … Continue reading Visiting Mt. Sinai
May 27 – Health Update – More of Life During the Pandemic – Two Little Sermons
Let me start with the news from the health front. I had two televisits with doctors at Mt. Sinai. Dr. Keyzner wants to see me in person at Mt. Sinai the second week of June. I have not been there since February 5th when I had my last blood test. My nephrologist, Dr. Chung, also … Continue reading May 27 – Health Update – More of Life During the Pandemic – Two Little Sermons
April 20, 2020 – Managing During the Pandemic
First I want to express my condolences to those who have faced a loss during this pandemic. There are so many heartbreaking events. Two members of our congregation have died because of covid-19. I hope that there is healing for those who are ill. I pray for an end to this pandemic. I would like … Continue reading April 20, 2020 – Managing During the Pandemic
March 10
This week I called Mt. Sinai. I was hoping for some clarity about what I should do about restricting my attendance at public events because of the Corona Virus. Just as I have been adding events to my schedule, the virus is spreading. As in many matters with my health I was seeking clear answers … Continue reading March 10
February 17, 2020
Two weeks ago I had my every other month visit to Mt. Sinai. I was very pleased to learn that I am progressing as I should. I can be a bit more liberal with eating certain foods. Pastrami is now on the approved list! My taste buds are a slight bit different, but I look … Continue reading February 17, 2020
January 23, 2020
It has been a long time since I have added to this blog. The good news is that there is no news on the health front. I will be seeing my transplant surgeon, Dr. Keyzner, in two weeks for the first of our visits on the new once every other month schedule. I have been … Continue reading January 23, 2020
December 5
On Thanksgiving weekend I thought of so much I am thankful for – the support of my family, my community, and all those dedicated health care workers who cared for me and continue to keep me healthy. We were able to celebrate at Rhonda’s cousin’s home, just as we have since we moved to Fair … Continue reading December 5
