Changing lives is easy!

March 27, 2011 by Debbi  
Filed under Holidays, Judaism, Thoughts

You would think it takes sheer genius, or a miracle, or a huge revelation, to truly cause a shift in someone’s life, right?  Not so much.  Try a simple, single act of giving, and see what that does – not only for the person receiving your gift, but for you – when you take part [...]

Thanks is for Giving

November 17, 2010 by Debbi  
Filed under Holidays, Judaism, Thoughts

I was reminded of this by a friend and colleague of mine, who has written (and is soon to be arriving in bookstores) a book called   1000 Mitzvahs:  How Small Acts of Kindness Can Heal, Inspire, and Change your Life.  I’ve always admired Linda for realizing that sometimes it is the small things that [...]

Reflections on Passover

April 23, 2009 by Debbi  
Filed under Holidays, Jewish

Well, with Passover behind me, I can finally breathe a bit, and settle back into writing.  I have been so fortunate to do some great events lately, but Passover was stellar, and I’m so excited to have had the honor to return to Broken Sound for the 2nd year in a row.

Once again, F&B Director [...]

Passover 2009 – Broken Sound Country Club

April 1, 2009 by Debbi  
Filed under Holidays

I’m so excited to announce that I am returning to the Broken Sound Country Club, to lead their Passover Seders for the 2009 season.

Last year was my first year, and it was so much fun. My friend, Cantor Jerry Cohn, had been leading their Seders for years, but had gotten ill, and recommended me [...]