Amanda Goldstein, at The Blogs

Jul 13, 2015, 9:52 AM

Innocent transitions – first weeks as olim

It is no secret that young children ask questions that adults often never consider. As our small family touched down in Israel a mere week and a half ago, we have all been riddled with thoughts, both of the practical...

Apr 21, 2014, 3:19 AM

Have a Little Faith

A few years ago, a very special rav came to my community to speak on the topic of "emuna," simply, a faith that transcends logic and reason and serves as an innate conviction in a Gd whose love and...

Apr 6, 2014, 8:43 PM

Freedom to Pesach

The month of Nissan is here and the Jewish world is buzzing with the sounds of Pesach preparation. While each of the many Jewish festivals brings with it a certain amount of anticipation, arguably none does more so than...

About Me

Amanda grew up as part of the only Jewish family in a very small town in Pennsylvania (USA) and has grown into her Judaism through in study and intense questioning. Amanda's views on Judaism and the world are constantly changing as she evolves into her latest role, as mother to 2 wonderful children and olah chadashah (new immigrant to Israel).