Shifra Glassman
U City is the Place for Me: Won’t You Be My Neighbor?
Most people put a lot of thought into the neighborhood where they settle down. They investigate schools and parks and local shopping and restaurants. They factor in travel time to and from work and...
30 Days, 30 Ways to Feel Appreciation: Truly, the Greatest Gift
Sometimes, we all need to feel appreciation. Have you ever wondered what you mean to the people in your life?
The countdown has begun. In just a few short weeks, I will stand under the...
How Can I Help You to Say Goodbye
How do you help a child to say goodbye?
I've lived in Saint Louis for 30 years. That is pretty much all of my adult life. I raised my children here. I made my friends...
National Infertility Awareness Week: For This Child, I Prayed
This post was originally run in April, 2019 in honor of National Infertility Awareness Week.
I am blessed. I have people in my life that call me Mommy. I have known the surge of amazement...
Come On And Zoom: Making Virtual Celebrations a Reality
Virtual celebrations are a COVID blessing, bringing many together during this time of isolation.
This morning I attended the funeral of the mother of my good friend. It took place in New York. I did...
Remember the Past to Build The Future: Holocaust Remembrance Day
International Holocaust Remembrance Day is January 27, 2021
Why is it so important to remember? I think because it would be dangerous to forget.
Eleven million people died, and the world stood still and did nothing....
The Art of Giving: It’s About Caring, Understanding, and Love
Giving to others is a gift in and of itself.
My three-year-old loves matchbox cars. There is absolutely nothing he loves more. I have learned that little boys can never have enough cars. He has...
Nobody Ever Said Life Was Fair: Healthy Ways to Deal with Big Emotions
Regardless of what life throws at you, finding healthy ways to deal with big emotions makes it easier to manage.
Sometimes I forget to breathe. Sometimes I concentrate so hard on keeping it together that...
Say it Ain’t So
We've all heard the jokes about how moms can never get sick. But, when you're a single mom, and there is a serious diagnosis, it ceases to be funny.
It started with a phone call....
I Get by With a Little Help From my Friends
I have never liked to ask anyone for help. It's uncomfortable, and it makes me feel needy and weak. On the flip side- I love to help other people! I take it as a...