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gordon edes's avatar

"Lawrence of Bavaria." What a great line in a story full of them. This was terrific, and such a wise, witty way to convey a message that resonates. A thousand bravos, Mark!

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Mark Rothschild's avatar

Thanks Gordon. Appreciate the thousand bravos!

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Marjorie Heinrich's avatar

Thought provoking essay, my friend. Thanks for this. 🙏

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Peggy's avatar

I love this! Any suggestions on the closest camel to Wilmette?

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Rhoda Kamin's avatar

I was pulled in immediately…and you held me there throughout your self-reflective story. “Ride the fucking camel!”

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Charlotte W's avatar

🤣

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Charlotte W's avatar

What a great , funny way to write about authenticity and self acceptance ! Love your writing :)

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Mark Rothschild's avatar

Thanks! When I was in rabbinical school a fellow student said "the most important thing about becoming a rabbi will be authenticity. And if we can fake that we'll have it made. :-)

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