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It’s a wrap

I always looked forward to the end-of-the-year wrap-up stories and lists in the newspaper and on television. I relish those looks back on the year that was. They remind me what an event-filled year … more

Fran Ostendorf | 1/4/18

The many benefits of lifelong learning

I’m a lifelong learner. I really hope that this will keep my mind sharp for many years to come. And it doesn’t hurt my ability to do my job as editor, either. I don’t think you can … more

Fran Ostendorf | 12/21/17

Technology bridges the distances and generations

Do you look at today’s changing technology and feel overwhelmed? You’re not alone. No matter your age, any new technology involves a learning curve. Unfortunately, in the case of … more

Fran Ostendorf | 12/8/17

Let’s talk about gratitude

Each Thanksgiving, my family uses our time around the dinner table to say a few words about gratitude. There are only a couple of times each year that the extended family comes together so it’s … more

Fran Ostendorf | 11/23/17

Relax and make some memories

How do you relax? We all have hobbies – activities that make us forget the stress and strain of everyday life. Perhaps we need them now more than ever. Our 24/7, connected lives seem very … more

Fran Ostendorf | 11/9/17

Here’s to families and celebrations

This may be our annual Bar Mitzvah issue, but my mind is on another life cycle event right now. This week, I am the proud mother of the groom. By the time some of you read this, the wedding … more

Fran Ostendorf | 10/27/17

Learning from my travels

I spent the holidays in several different places this year. This is what happens when your family is scattered. I am thankful that I can visit them now since my home has been the base … more

Fran Ostendorf | 10/16/17

Nothing is better than the sweet sound of your voice

Connectivity is a fact of modern life. We have our televisions, our computers and, most of all, we have our cellphones. Surely you have noticed as you walk down Hope Street or Elmgrove … more

Fran Ostendorf | 9/25/17

Of change and hope and a new year

The temperatures have started to drop already. The last few days of August were unusually cool. Clearly summer is on the wane. In the Jewish calendar, we’ve reached Elul, which is the month of … more

Fran Ostendorf | 9/7/17

Now is the time to unite against hate

It’s hard to know what to make of national and world events since the last Jewish Voice was published. Barcelona, Charlottesville, Turku, Boston. How can I lump these together? Taken … more

Fran Ostendorf | 8/24/17