Ich liebe dich. I love you.
Click below to hear Momma J explain how today’s Yiddish word is borrowed from the German language, and why this phrase means so much to her.
Yiddish Songs and Stories
I don’t want to be your only Yiddish maven. Here are Paul and Judy Schneiderman singing Yiddish songs and telling their stories. They’re professional singers. I’m sure you’ll like it. My daughter met their son David through a mutual friend. I have another small world story to tell you next time.
Find the link to hear them under Momma J’s favorite links.
Yiddish Word of the Day: Ich liebe dich
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Ask Momma J: “What does the Yiddish word ‘Ferblunget’ mean in English?”
Today’s post is a question sent to Momma J from Harold in Illinois:
| “How would you describe the word ferblunget?” |
To hear Momma J’s response, complete with an exciting story click below.
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Memory Project Houston Holocaust Museum Opening Reflections: Part II
In today’s post Momma J concludes her reflections on her recent trip to Houston, Texas for the opening of the traveling Memory Project at the Holocaust Museum there.
Click below to hear in her own words the experience of traveling across the country to help keep the memory alive.
Roz, me (Momma J) and Laurie answer questions at The Memory Project opening
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Memory Project Houston Holocaust Museum Opening Reflections
In today’s post Momma J reflects on her recent trip to Houston, Texas for the opening of the traveling Memory Project at the Holocaust Museum there.
Due to length she will recount her experience in two parts. Check back tomorrow for the conclusion.
Click below to hear in her own words the experience of traveling across the country to help keep the memory alive.
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Ask Momma J: “What do you want your great grandkid’s grandchildren to know about the Holocaust and its survivors?”
Leon asks, “Momma J – As a survivor of the Holocaust, what do you want to your great grandkid’s grandchildren to remember?”
Hear Momma J’s response to this heavy question below.
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Ask Momma J: What happened after the war?
Esther asks: “How did you acclimate after the War? Where did you live and what did you do for resources?”
To listen to Momma J’s in depth response on how her life changed after WWII click below…
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Bungalow Colony Memories Conclusion: Part III
In this final recollection of time spent in the Catskills, Momma J addresses precious privacy issues and how to cram family and friends into just two rooms!
Click below for details from Momma J.
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Momma J’s Bungalow Colony Oral History Part II
Momma J continues her story about the carefree summers spent away from the bustle of New York City, in the haven of the Catskill Mountains of upstate New York. Click below to hear her recall this special time and place in her own words…
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Sharyn asked, “How can you explain what made summer in the bungalow colonies so special?
This is such a big question that it will take more than one post to answer. Here Momma J reminisces about idyllic summers in the Catskills, with the kids at camp and husbands in the city on the weekdays. It was the affordable way to enjoy the great “borscht belt” entertainers without paying a fortune for hotels. Enjoy Part 1 of a slice of New York history. More to come.
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