I had Hebrew School to teach tonight. I use videos on YouTube to teach the prayers to the kids. Tonight we worked on a blessing that we say before we read a section of the Bible. Jews consider the words of the Bible to be so sacred that we have to pray to God before…
Your Aunt Bee put this on her Facebook page a few days ago. I thought you’d like to read it. Like me, she doesn’t feel that it’s necessary to pull someone down in order to feel taller herself. I really like your Aunt Bee! What a blast she can be. She has a new job…
I took yesterday off for the Jewish New Year. I came back and had to deal with my students who chose to give the guest teacher a hard time. UGH! I gave them a very “paineful” experience today. I was so busy today, I forgot to put my make up on! So hopefully, they’re behavior…
Today is the second and final day of the Jewish New Year, Rosh Hashana. Rosh Hashana literally means “head of the year.” During this holiday, Jews celebrate the birthday of the world. Jewish legends say that the world was created during this time. I know that sounds hard to believe, but Jews are on a…
I got Purity onto the internet so she could go to the DMV online test and practice before she took her written test. I suggest you do the same. Its a lot more interesting than reading that biblically long driver’s handbook. Plus, you’ll get used to HOW the questions on the test will be worded/written….
Dearest Purity, The last time we “talked”, you expressed an interest in becoming a baker. I hope all the recipes on the website are fun and inspiring for you. This is a Noodle Pudding recipe that is similar to the one I’m making for the Jewish New Year, Rosh Hashana. I know you’ve had spaghetti…
Dearest Bea, These are some important tips to help you do well on your driving test. It is VERY important that you follow this advice to the letter. Don’t try to wiggle around the rules. Be exact! The test examiner wants to know if you can follow the rules as they are posted in the…
I’m sure you’ve heard the phrase “there are many ways to skin a cat.” This is an example of figurative language. The phrase above means that there are lots of ways to go about something. Some people might wanna convince you that ONE way is the only way to do it. THAT kind of thinking…
You won’t need to do it here in our town much, but you will need to do this if you drive into a bigger city. You simply won’t be able to park there if you can’t do this. Parallel parking is hard to master, but you can do this. There are several key tips that…
We at the Sketchyscribe are officially on countdown! Bea’s birthday month has begun. In less than 30 days, ANOTHER teenage girl will have a chance to have her license and be out of the road. God help us! But seriously, Bea’s birthday month will be full fun. It will also be full of tips: driving…