By Shelley Hubal
Generosity of time, attention, talent or resources: there are many special ways to give. As Federation director, I am lucky to witness acts of generosity with frequency.
Because of its dedicated Board of Directors and Executive Committee, many of whom have been giving gene…
My prayers for the world:
I pray for a world where we treat each other with lovingkindness regardless of our differences.
I pray for a world where the only hunger is to be of service.
I pray for a world where my children are not bullied for simply being who they are.
I pray for a world w…
By Shelley Hubal
Years ago, my mom labeled me the “practical daughter.” This has become a family punch line. It is true, though: I would happily say the ingredients of my life are simplicity with a dash of risk aversion.
What are the superpowers of being “practical”? Having the s…
By Shelley Hubal
We walked to our cars after dinner and I simply asked, “How can I help?” Her response wasn’t simple at all. She said, “Just don’t forget me.”
I knew that did not even scratch the surface. The parts unspoken were, “I have lost too many friends,” “I have …
By Shelley Hubal
It was only a short visit, but I noticed a few subtle indications that things were different this summer. Large posters with the distinctive “Bring Them Home Now” slogan hung outside the camp office. Israeli flags were flying all over the camp. Many of the campers and c…
