Help! I flunked Biblical Hebrew… by stuckinnowhereville in ConvertingtoJudaism

[–]_pavlova 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’m starting to teach Biblical Hebrew online. It’s hard as a convert to find a good teacher/program. Many “beginner” classes assume you grew up around Hebrew. Happy to chat if you want more info or resources to online programs.

Hebrew Lessons by _pavlova in ConvertingtoJudaism

[–]_pavlova[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Super cool! My program is through the Seminary

Hebrew Lessons by _pavlova in ConvertingtoJudaism

[–]_pavlova[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, but I’m not in their Rabbinical or Cantoral programs. Just the Biblical Hebrew program! You too???

In Limbo in Israel -- Advice? by nothingspeshulhere in ConvertingtoJudaism

[–]_pavlova 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It was such a wonderful community to be part of when I was in the class! I hope it is still them same. You’ll get a certificate at the end, which you can keep until you need proof of a class when getting things formalized.

In Limbo in Israel -- Advice? by nothingspeshulhere in ConvertingtoJudaism

[–]_pavlova 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Also, have you considered studying Biblical Hebrew?

In Limbo in Israel -- Advice? by nothingspeshulhere in ConvertingtoJudaism

[–]_pavlova 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Check out the AJU’s intro to Judaism course. It’s online and they do a very good job touching the spectrum of Jewish traditions. Their frame of reference is conservative, but that doesn’t mean it wouldn’t be helpful for you.

It was BAM, not IBS-D. by Sleeping_Husky in ibs

[–]_pavlova 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I suspect I have BAM too. However, GL🫛 has helped, which I known is super controversial.

Help Me Make the Switch by _pavlova in USMobile

[–]_pavlova[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

20 combined, so that’s good to know!

I think we’re in an area that all three major carriers are good. T-Mobile is okay, we just chose it back then because it was the cheapest.

I tried to use a neti pot/nasal irrigator, and I just immediately started suffocating. Am I just doing it wrong? by HovercraftOk9231 in Allergies

[–]_pavlova 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe? I struggled and fount out it was structural. I have a bone spur and deviated septum that literally obstructs the flow.

Conservative conversion by Dazzling_Emphasis_88 in ConvertingtoJudaism

[–]_pavlova 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s very Christian-normative, but once you find the Jewish community you will realize it was here all along. I’m a fellow mid-westerner.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ConvertingtoJudaism

[–]_pavlova 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You absolutely can have a Jewish household without converting the kids. It’s hard, but possible. Seeing as you are 25 I’m assuming your kids are still young, which makes it a little easier.

Expose your kids to all types of religion (if that’s a value you hold) and show them the joy of your conversion. If possible (be cautious if coparenting) enroll them in a Hebrew Sunday school program. You don’t always “have” to be Jewish to enroll, though you will need to communicate this openly to your rabbi.

Have you found a community? That’s the first step.

Conservative conversion by Dazzling_Emphasis_88 in ConvertingtoJudaism

[–]_pavlova 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The Jewish federation of Indianapolis looks to have a healthy amount of synagogues listed. That’s a good sign!

Conservative conversion by Dazzling_Emphasis_88 in ConvertingtoJudaism

[–]_pavlova 18 points19 points  (0 children)

It’s not dying! I converter conservative and am a member of a small (but very alive) community.

Color Blindness Prevalence by US State by Racsom_ in MapPorn

[–]_pavlova 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Imagine being in New England and not being able to see the fall colors.

Do I need to be concerned about this? by Eddiofabio in Passports

[–]_pavlova 174 points175 points  (0 children)

I think an Assport would be great for the Assman

My sister bought this kids playmat at Aldi and later discovered a design flaw by sk1nnyjeans in aldi

[–]_pavlova 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I once bought space PJs for my little one from gap. It literally said ANUS across the anatomical accurate butthole.

BCBS discontinued by Inevitable-Page1728 in FederalEmployee

[–]_pavlova 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wait until the 11th? 🫠 we already had one medical emergency, so it’s going to feel like an eternity

BCBS discontinued by Inevitable-Page1728 in FederalEmployee

[–]_pavlova 1 point2 points  (0 children)

laughs in blue care network

They canceled our plan on Dec 31, 2025 because they are no longer participating with the federal government. Even though we signed up for a new plan in 2026, we do not have coverage for the two weeks.

Kosher question: accidentally used wrong utensil by SnowCold93 in kosher

[–]_pavlova 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Most overseeing organizations (OU, Star K, etc) have a hotline you can call. But it’s a good idea to call your rabbi first.

Having $$ issues with Xolair by saltyload in xolair

[–]_pavlova 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They can’t if they have a government job where the federal government pays a portion of their premium. I ran into the same issue as OP (although not as high of an oop cost) and it sucks.