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Aging up: The wisdom and richness of zekeinim

Like so many of us, I am an early baby boomer. At this stage in our lives, most of us have achieved a great deal and have reached many milestones. Many of us are parents and grandparents, and we … more

Patricia Raskin | 11/11/16

Coming of age – at any age

I recently met with Jenna Pepperman, my former college intern and a communications major from the University of Rhode Island. As I was telling her about the theme for this column, she … more

Patricia Raskin | 10/28/16

From football helmet to yarmulke

Last year, I heard Alan Veingrad speak at the Providence Kollel. For seven seasons, Veingrad played for the Green Bay Packers and the Dallas Cowboys in the National Football League. He won a Super … more

Patricia Raskin | 10/13/16

Our roots sustain us all year long

When I think of home, I think of “being home,” and that can be in my physical space or just with people and places that bring me that same comfort. I think this sense of “being … more

Patricia Raskin | 9/29/16

Rosh Hashanah: A time to remake ourselves

In the article “ABC’s of Rosh Hashanah,” found on Aish.com, Rabbi Shraga Simmons writes, “A key component of Rosh Hashanah preparation is to ask forgiveness from anyone we may … more

Patricia Raskin | 9/16/16

Understanding and appreciating timing

During this time of transition from summer to fall, when we are completing those things on our to-do lists after summer breaks and vacations, I want to address timing on a deeper … more

Patricia Raskin | 8/19/16

The power of words in our political campaigns

I am a student of words. Words are critical in my work and I use them carefully. Words have great impact, and I have experienced words that “burn in my brain” long after they have … more

Patricia Raskin | 8/4/16

Prayer and other “P” words to promote health and wellness

We all know that stress is part of our lives and, if not controlled, it can wreak havoc on our body, spirit and mind. It’s easier to manage stress when we are healthy. Several … more

Patricia Raskin | 6/24/16

In honor and memory of my father – and all fathers

Ever since I was a little girl, I felt a special closeness to my father. We always understood each other, even though I disagreed with some of his observations and interpretations of the vicissitudes … more

Patricia Raskin | 6/9/16

Life is a series of graduations that move us forward

We all graduate in life. Whenever we learn a life lesson, we graduate to the next level. It may sometimes seem like we fall back when we learn a lesson, but the lesson is a graduation that moves us … more

Patricia Raskin | 5/27/16