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The House at Tyneford, by Natasha Solomons looks to be an excellent novel, filled with history, and so much more.
Tina Strobos, who helped rescue Jews during the Holocaust has died. Read about her incredible accomplishments, on JewPI. May her memory be for a Loving Blessing.
A Mitzvah can be as simple as helping another person out of a car, or walking someone into a store, helping them across the street, or bringing them a meal or two. A Mitzvah can be defined through helping in a non-financial manner. You can volunteer your time in a worthy organization, participate in a running or walking event for charity, visit a senior citizen at home and read to them, help clean up in your community, help at your synagogue, etc.
Help because you want to, not because you feel forced into a situation.
Try to make sure your life is filled with mitzvot, not because you should, not because you feel obligated, not because you are being manipulated into fulfilling mitzvot, but because you MUST, and because you have a deep desire to help humanity in some fashion, with an almost innate humility and humbleness in your heart.
Shabbat Shalom.
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March 2, 2012 – 8 Adar I, 5772
Lorri M. Writings and Photography 
Shabbat Shalom!
When teaching children to do “chessed” (related to mitzvot although chiefly for another person whereas a mitzva might be between a person and God), there is controversy over requiring them to do so. I certainly believe it’s a good idea to require it – then as adults, they have the experience, hopefully good experiences, so then they can *choose* to continue to do mitzvot.
I agree for the reason you mentioned.
I also see the outcome in my adult children, in positive ways. And, in my grandies. During the day, I want them to do one good deed for another. They enjoy what they perceive to be helpful. It will hopefully set a foundation for their adult years
Wonderful shot and words!
Thank you, Ladyfi
What a glorious way to end the day — any day! Such dramatic skies and incredible colors! Hope you have a great weekend! Happy SWF!
Sylvia
Thank you, Sylvia. The same to you
A sunset like that is a fitting end to any day!
Cemetery Sky
Thank you, magical
Beautiful sky.
Regards and best wishes
Thank you, Tatjiana. Best to you
Lovely sunset leaning to purple!
Interesting discussion going on between you and Leora. Since children learn all kinds of things when growing up, why not learn to be helpful and generous? It’s also the example which the parents give through their own life, that is caught (not necessarily taught).
I’ve seen that with my own (now adults) kids.
Yes , Emile. As children, we do “catch” what our parents are doing. We learn by watching and by being taught. We are the best example of what they might do or not do. I, too, see it in my adult children, and my young grandchildren. Thanks fir the visit v
Gorgeous picture!
Thanks, Mama
Funny..I was just talking to my husband about this and it is so true and important…I love the colors in the sky…
It is true. And, when we are sincere, it is humbling
I found your words to be as wise as your photograph is beautiful.
Thank you so much, George.
Beautiful blues, purples, and golds in this shot!
Thank you, Peter.
A beautiful sky and a beautiful attitude. Lovely post
Thank you, Vicki.
Beautiful sunset and really it perfectly illustrates your words as a symbol of a day well lived!
Thank you, Sallie.
Beautiful layers of colors! Love the purple hues!
Thank you, Ebie.