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I Chose a Non-Jew--and the Non-Jew Chose JudaismBy Lyssa Friedman
A personal narrative of a woman whose partner converted to Judaism while she remained conflicted.
Go To LGBTQ RelationshipsPersonal narrative from a Puerto Rican woman with ancient Jewish roots who eventually converted to Judaism, recalling the distinctive Thanksgiving dinners of her youth--plus a recipe for the Latin dessert tembleque.
Date: 11-19-2007The personal narrative of a Catholic Puerto Rican woman and the the story behind her traditionally Jewish last name.
Date: 06-18-2007Personal narrative and recipes by a Puerto Rican Jew-by-choice who developed a Kosher-for-Passover Easter dinner that would fit her traditions into a kosher home.
Date: 01-04-2007Personal narrative by a Catholic woman who became a Jew-by-choice and loves Jewish culture and lifestyle, but has difficulty finding meaning in long High Holiday services. She also includes some Puerto Rican recipes adapt
Date: 08-02-2006