April 20, 2012 ~ 28 Nissan 5772 (13th Day of the Omer)
Dear Friends,
This Shabbat, Jews around the world continue to suffer from Post-Traumatic Matzah Disorder. Take for example the abuse I received (lovingly) at Sasnak Farms while blackberry picking this past Sunday with other young families from the shul. As lunch time rolled around, I pulled out a box of matzah and cream cheese – enough to share with all. But, OY! – my kind gesture was met with such overwhelming groans! “Rabbi! It’s the day after Pesach! Matzah? Really?!” I was nearly ordered to put it away! But what was I to eat? After all, I hadn’t yet had time to run to the supermarket after the holiday, so my home was still chametz free.
The visceral reaction I received just at the sight of my matzah offering, reminded me of the challenges we face post-Pesach with indigestion, weight gain, and great puzzlement about the health value of our kosher traditions.
So this Shabbat, my morning derasha will feature a special guest speaker, with whom I hope to share with you some healthy practices for holy eating.
(See pic below of the kids at the farm.)
See you in shul!
- Rabbi Uri
*********************Many Thanks to the Kansas Family for a wonderful day!!*******************
