That braided bread you see at Jewish celebratory meals? It’s called challah. Try clearing your throat and pronounce the first two letters of challah with a guttural sound. Mazal tov - you’ve got it.

On a recent Friday afternoon, car keys in hand, I kissed my husband goodbye and prepared to drive to a movie screening. A wave of worry suddenly overcame me. What if this were the last time we’d ever see each other?  Walking back into the kitchen, I looked him in the eyes, and uttered three trite but true words, “I love you.” Smiling back at me, he replied, “Love you too.”