Mother Daughter Relationship

Jewish Chronicle · 30 Oct

In a humorous and poignant narrative, the author recounts a chaotic family gathering at a Jewish restaurant, where generational differences, health issues, and traditional family dynamics play out amidst the lively chatter of the patrons.

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My Mother, My Braid and the Saddest Day of the Jewish Year

Nehama Stampfer Glogower in Kveller · 12 Aug

The author reflects on a framed braid that belonged to her from childhood, symbolizing her transition from being the only daughter to having siblings and losing her hair.

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TV review: A Family Affair ‘A silly film that offers excellent escapism’

Jewish Chronicle · 10 Jul

"A Family Affair" is a light-hearted rom-com available on Netflix that follows the story of a young assistant, Zara, to a famous actor, Chris, played by Jewish actors Zac Efron and Joey King.

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Life, Loss and Legacy: A Mother-Daughter Love Story

Jewdicious · 14 May

In "Life, Loss and Legacy: A Mother-Daughter Love Story" by Lisa Lang, the author reflects on the impact of her mother's passing, her desire for children, and her journey of self-discovery.

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Motherless Child

Esther Kook in Hadassah · 2 May

The author reflects on feeling like a motherless child despite her mother being alive, detailing her mother's erratic behavior that went unexplained in the 1960s.

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Finding My Mom in a Box of Streit’s Matzah Balls

Blake Turck in Kveller · 22 Apr

In this heartfelt account, a woman reminisces about her mother's special tradition of making Streits Matzo Ball soup mix for Passover, despite typically relying on semi-prepared foods.

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My First Yizkor

Judy Batalion in Tablet · 19 Apr

The author reflects on her experience attending her first Yizkor service in 1982 as a child and her more recent attendance following her mother's death in 2023.

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My Mother Kept Secrets in Yiddish. Then, It Was My Turn to Hide Something.

Nancy Levinson in Kveller · 15 Feb

The author reflects on the tradition of secret-keeping in her family, particularly through the use of Yiddish.

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Making Peace with My Mother

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 26 Sep 2023

In this personal essay, the author reflects on their difficult relationship with their mother and their journey towards making peace with her.

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How My Daughter Helped Me Grieve the Loss of My Mom

Shira Rose in Kveller · 28 Aug 2023

The author reflects on her experience of losing her parents and the role her daughter played in her process of grief.

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Moms get the spotlight in 'Are You There, God?' adaptation

Irene Katz Connelly in Forward · 24 Apr 2023

The article discusses the movie adaptation of Judy Blume's "Are You There, God? It's Me, Margaret."

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A Woman’s Liberation

Susan Shapiro in Tablet · 5 May 2022

This personal essay reflects on the author's relationship with her mother and her own journey towards finding fulfillment and balance in her life as a Jewish woman.

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Shira Haas talks collaging, quarantine routine, and learning Russian for her latest film

Forward · 3 Jun 2021

The article highlights an interview with Israeli actress Shira Haas and director Ruthy Pribar discussing their film, "Asia," which explores the nuanced relationship between a mother and her terminally ill daughter.

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The Year I Skipped Yom Kippur Services

Amy Abrahams in Tablet · 11 Oct 2016

After experiencing the sudden death of her close friend Ben, the author grapples with grief and anger, questioning her faith and traditions as Yom Kippur approaches.

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After My Mother Died, Another Woman Took Me Under Her Jewish Wing

Siân Gibby in Tablet · 16 Jul 2013

The author reflects on their late mother's attributes and their journey into Judaism.

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