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Honey Through History By Maytal Davidovics (’29)

or thousands of years, honey has been developed into a widely used one of humanity's most valuable commodity. Churches and wealthy sources of sweetness. Dating back to families would use beeswax candles 7000 BCE, the rst use of honey was found because they burned clean, without on a prehistoric rock in Spain. The evidence, much smoke, and smelled pleasant. The a picture depicting a person collecting honey people that lived near beehives would from a beehive, was proof enough to have a relatively easy convince future time collecting it, historians of honey’s while those that prevalence. Similarly, lived in cities would ancient Egyptian have to purchase wall inscriptions also the honey, which depicted honey being was pretty collected, stored, and used as food in expensive for the around 3000 BCE. average person. Besides consumption, Wealthier people honey has been used would be able to for medical uses, afford and preserving purchase honey substances, religious more regularly offerings, and than others. adhesives. But what Avigayil Sa er (’29) shows off one of With the rise of made honey so good the modern uses for honey. sugar, honey started wasn’t only its to become less of a Photo Credit: Maytal Davidovics (’29) sweetness – rather, its household item than versatility. While the it was before, but it rich would turn it into took some time. At the beginning of the other substances and the poor would often Renaissance, sugar was still very expensive eat it as it came, honey was a treat enjoyed and hardly available, so the wealthy people by all, no matter their social status. were the only ones using it and others would By the medieval period, beekeeping still use honey. This time period marks the had become an established practice transition from primarily honey based items mostly in Europe, but also in other parts to a more equal scale of honey and sugar,

of the world. As a result, beeswax

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An Apple a Day Page 3

Order in the Court Page 4

New Year, New Me Page 5

The Strength to Choose Page 6

Continued from page 1 where sugar was on the rise. With the expansion of sugar production and the colonization of the Caribbean and Brazil, where the colonizers planted sugar cane, sugar started to become more of a household item. Sugar remained a luxury throughout much of the Renaissance, but the price reduction made it more available. Though sugar was used more frequently for sweetening and preservation, honey was still useful throughout this time period. When the Industrial Revolution came about, sugar had become the dominant sweetener in many industrialized societies. Honey was being used less often, and on the rare occasion that it was put to use, it would be for preserving foods and medicine rather than a sweetener. With the rise of factories and urban life, sugar production was rapid, easy, and relatively cheap in a way that wasn’t possible for honey. Since honey was dependent on bees and it was less ef cient for baking, sugar was able to become the predominant household item. In rural areas, honey would still serve as a common ingredient in their houses while less so in urban areas. Poorer income households would have opted just for sugar while the rich ones would have had both on hand in their homes. Even though it was less common, there were still innovations to beekeeping. One advancement was in the 1800s, when the moveable frame hive was invented. This allowed beekeepers to

remove a single honey lled frame while leaving the rest of the hive intact. With new innovations like these, beekeeping transformed from a backyard business to match the fast paced food industry developing.

Malky Steiner (’30) is collecting honey. Photo Credit: Malky Steiner (’30)

Beekeeping and honey production also became subject to scienti c exploration during this period, with honey bees genetically modi ed to become queen bees, shifting to more technological approaches to this industry. More recently, honey is produced on a large commercial scale, balancing out the war between sweeteners. With new technology that can monitor the beehive, beekeepers

have optimized honey production to the fullest. Today, we have a variety of different types of honey for sale, such as raw, whipped, ltered, avored, and other honey products. Sugar has become the dominant mass market sweetener, though honey still has its uses. Now used as a natural or healthier alternative to sugar, honey is often used for baking, cooking, and enhancing tea, among other beverages. Honey even began to expand into different avors and tastes. Vanilla, orange blossom, buckwheat, you name it – different varieties of honey hit the shelves and gained instant popularity. One interesting type of honey is hot honey, a unique avor combination created more recently. A mix of honey, chili akes, and vinegar, hot honey blends both sweet and spice to be the perfect condiment. While rst popularized by Paulie Gee’s Pizzeria in Brooklyn, hot honey has since exploded in fame, and can turn up the heat on pizza, chicken, and practically any other dish. Honey started as the only sweetener available, then transitioned to become the most popular sweetener on the shelf for a while. When sugar became more popular, honey’s status declined and it ended up where it is today, as a healthier alternative. Honey has had a long journey to get where it is today and had its ups and downs, but it has made a good place for itself in modern society.

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An Apple a Day By Hodaya Harary (’27)

he doctor lies awake at night, shivering in fear. He tosses and turns as the demon haunts him, the frightening vision clear before his eyes: a red, juicy apple. Gala or fuji, granny smith or cosmic crisp, apples have always seemed to petrify doctors. Stemming from Wales in the 1800s, the saying “an apple a day keeps the doctor away” was coined to signify the value of healthy foods in one’s diet. The message was simple – eating more fruits and vegetables would deter any illnesses from creeping in, an idea especially signi cant in a time before major antibiotics. This concept, however, isn’t restricted to produce. As Jews, we’ve carried our own “apples” of sorts amid persecution, keeping our religion alive despite our “doctors,” endless enemies, trying to destroy us. But what has allowed Judaism to survive after all these years? What core ideas have kept the Jewish nation from going extinct like so many others? Throughout history, our Rabbis have provided many answers. Among the horrors endured in Mitzrayim, one of the most painful exiles, the Midrash Lekach Tov on Devarim discusses how the Jews held onto their symbolic “apple,” the key beliefs that kept our nation going. The Midrash states, “‫ שהיה‬,‫שהיו ישראל מצויינים שם‬ ‫מלבושם ומאכלם ולשונם משונים מן המצריים‬ – The Israelites were distinct there, in that their clothing, their food, and their language were different from the Egyptians.” This Midrash reveals something fundamental about the Jewish people and what helps us during hardship. They didn’t assimilate when they were mistreated, or change their national identity in hopes of better treatment or societal comfort. Rather, the Jews did the opposite – they retained their food,

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language, and style of dress, despite observance, and keeping track of being enslaved further. Living in a Rosh Chodesh (which meant erasing world opposed to their very identity, holidays like Pesach and Sukkot from the Jews held on to these “apples,” the the calendar). While the Chashmona’im halachot that were crucial to Judaism (the Hasmoneans), like Yehudah and and allowed them to remain rooted Matityahu eventually defeated the against the Egyptians, the doctors Greeks and took back the Beit that came their way. Hamikdash, no one could deny the However, Galut Mitzrayim was one intelligence behind their decrees. In nation among a myriad of others that an attempt to rob us of Shabbat, brit faced the Jews with adversity for their milah, and holidays, the Jewish people beliefs. Over a thousand years later would lose their connection to came the Greeks, who sought to religion and end us effectively. achieve the same goal of destroying Without waging a war, these three the Jewish faith. Rather than commandments drew the line backbreaking labor, this nation had between religious survival or their own unique way of annihilating assimilation. Those who adhered to the Jews, and it Greek law, the was far less Mityavnim (or physically Hellenizers), exhausting. At were lost after this time in Greece’s Jewish history, defeat, while the Greeks the Jewish had invaded people were the land of miraculously Israel and victorious in desecrated the their battles second Beit and retained Hamikdash, their religious lling it with identity with idols and triumph and other success. These sacrilegious mitzvot – our ornaments. apples – are Rachel Sanderson (’27) wondering if a The Greeks’ needed to help peach might keep the doctors away as invasion was our nation well! more strategic from going Photo credit: Hodaya Harary (’27) than barbaric. astray. The The Beit values of Hamikdash wasn’t just a structure – Shabbat, Rosh Chodesh, and brit it was a home for Hashem’s presence milah kept our people grounded for to dwell – and the Greeks sacri ced centuries later, while the Mityavnim pigs on the mizbachot and stole the have long since disappeared into keilim, the holy vessels, that were kept ancient history. for ritual service. Worse, the Greeks This Rosh Hashanah, remember devised a plan to target the pinnacle the measures that Jews have taken to of Jewish existence, the parts of our get you to this moment. And if you’re religion so closely tied to our identity a doctor reading this, pray that your as a nation. As such, they banned the business sees better days after this performance of brit milah, Shabbat apple-infested holiday season!!

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Order in the Court By Rivka Ruderman (’29) neighbors all day about his important ang, Bang! Order in the job!" court!” The echo boomed The right side of the scale dipped through marble arches and down, symbolizing the weight of wooden benches. At the front of the David's sins. room stood a judge’s bench, a set of Angel Michael stepped forward, balance scales teetering above it placing a gentle hand on David’s The courtroom was in session. It shoulder. "Your Honor, allow us to was Rosh Hashanah, the Day of view the full picture. Yes, Mr. Klein Judgment. spoke lashon hara. But on Tuesday At the prosecution table stood the afternoon, when his competitor went Satan, the Prosecuting Angel, next to out of business, David didn’t gloat at the defense table where Michael, the all. Instead, he recommended him for Prosecuting Angel’s counterpart, took a job at his own company and helped his spot. him support his family. He never told The bailiff, a towering angel, anyone about his recommendation but stepped forward. He cried, “All rise for his boss, and he certainly never held it the King of Kings, the Ultimate over his former competitors head. Judge!” Furthermore, every Friday afternoon, Silence immediately fell over the he closes his shop early to personally courtroom. deliver hot soup to the elderly." "First The scale tips case of the down with more day," the weight on the bailiff good deeds side, called out. tipping back "Mr. David and forth until it Klein." was perfectly David even. stepped up The Judge’s to the voice lled the podium chamber, looking granting mercy nervous, he to David with a knew he voice like had done thunder. "A heart Sara Klein (’28) serving justice to all some things that gives in secret the GMSGers. this year deserves abundance Photo credit: Rivka Ruderman (’29) that he was in light. For the not proud coming year, Mr. of and now it was time to face the Klein is granted health, success in his consequences. The Prosecuting Angel endeavors, and the blessing of peace of mind leapt to his feet. "Your Honor! Look at during his Shabbat meals. In addition, because this! David missed minyan three times you spoke lashon hara, you will feel the pain every week just to sit at home on the you caused your fellow Jew." couch. He lost his temper in traf c six David let out a breath he felt like times in November. He spent far too he'd been holding all year as he walked many hours during Shabbat dinner back to his seat, relieved to hear that speaking lashon hara about his neighbor his punishment wasn’t severe. who gave him a cup of sugar an hour "Next case," called the bailiff, "Yael before Shabbat! He even brags to his Levi."

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A sixteen-year-old girl walked up, staring at her shoes. The Prosecuting Angel smiled slyly. "Where do we begin? She took revenge on a classmate who cheated off her. She was also involved in a Lashon Harah group chat.” The bad deed scale dropped heavily. "Wait," Angel Michael interjected. "Let's review what the group chat said." A glowing screen appeared above the court. On it, messages scrolled by quickly until Yael’s username appeared: Guys, this isn't cool. Let's stop talking about her. Then, the video shifted to show Yael sitting next to that same girl at lunch the next day to make sure she wasn't alone. The scale swung upward as the Judge spoke: "Strength is the courage to stand up for others when it is hard. Yael Levi, you are granted sweet friendships, clarity in your studies, and ourishing relationships." Yael smiled: Seeing someone have faith in her helped her believe in herself. Just before sundown, the bailiff held up a long shofar and lifted it to his lips. Tekiah! The piercing note lled the air. Everyone in the courtroom felt Hashem's presence. Shevarim-Teruah! The cries of those who strayed away from Hashem lled the hall. Tekiah Gedolah! The nal blast echoed across the heavens, sealing the books of life. Hashem looked over the entire courtroom, smiling at every single soul gathered before the bench. This long blast shows how Hashem will always be waiting for you to return to Him, even when you don't feel Him in that moment. The verdict was in – a year of sweet new beginnings for all who sought to do better.

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New Year, New Me By Malky Steiner (’30)

ave you ever made goals for the new school year and almost immediately gave up on them? Every year during back-toschool season, students imagine their productive and ful lling school year, or maybe they make a list of goals they want to achieve. Sometimes, these goals don’t last as long as we want them to, but there are ways to stay on track. What do the girls at the GMSG have in mind for theirs? While most students have expectations for the new year, they vary based on the grades they are in. For instance, the underclassmen are very focused on keeping tidy. Freshman Naomi Schwartzberg (‘30) said she wants “to bring all my stuff to class… all the right stuff,” along with sophomore Miriam Kaplowitz (‘29), who says that she wants to "be organized and come to school on time." Senior Aliza Wiener ('27), however, says that she just wants to “not get senioritis and keep grades up all year,” showing a different side of new school year goals. Right before the school year starts, it feels like we can do anything! I like writing a list of all my expectations for the school year before it begins. And while it’s easy to write down a bunch of ambitious goals, what's really hard is actually accomplishing them. Honestly, I do not think I have ever stuck with a goal for even half of the year. For example, I always think about how organized I'm going to be: I usually get new magnets for my locker, a cute locker shelf, and notebooks with “the pretty colors.” Unfortunately, by around the third or fourth week of school, my locker looks like a tornado hit it, and I can’t get my lunch out without picking up fallen items and shoving them back in, leaving all of my folders and notebooks ready to

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fall right out again. Another thing I stop you. When you treat goals as do every year is get a fancy new something exible rather than planner. I bring it to every class, I something you must follow perfectly, write every assignment in it, but when you’re more likely to keep them. I go home to start my homework, I Sticking to your goals,is really realize I forgot the planner at school. very bene cial though. You can get I end up never bringing it home after better grades, higher energy, and that, no matter how hard I try to more free time if you actually keep remember. up with the goals you Indeed, set. One way to missing accomplish this is by one day taking on less from your responsibilities so you goal can have less to worry feel like a about. Additionally, big deal, try not to make vague and it can goals, instead create make you focused and clear think responsibilities so you there’s no don’t nd yourself point in slacking. I love doing continuing, this myself – for or maybe example, instead of you’ll say, saying you will “stay “I’ll organized,” maybe continue try saying you will next “keep your locker Sophie Chaifetz (’29) shows off her week.” clean" or “keep your organized locker! Once you backpack tidy.” Photo Credit: Malky Steiner (’30) start doing Vague goals can that, make you less however, motivated because you might never continue, so it’s you don’t know exactly what they important to strive for consistency mean yourself, and you most likely rather than perfection will cheat on them. Even though it Another important part of may be tempting to set your sticking to your goals is learning how standards high, try to make to adjust when things don’t go achievable goals. You can also alter perfectly. A lot of students give up the your goals throughout the year if you moment they slip once, but real need to. Remember, it’s never too late progress usually comes from being to start! Even if it’s a month into exible. If you miss a day, forget an school, you can still make goals for assignment, or fall behind on a the rest of the school year. And when routine, it doesn’t mean the goal is you feel like your goals are ruined — it just means you’re overwhelming, remember that that human. Instead of restarting from progress takes time, so keep at it! scratch, try picking up right where If it's keeping organized, getting you left off. This mindset makes goals A’s, or even showing up to school on feel less intimidating and more time, you too, can achieve all of your realistic, and it teaches you how to goals with dedication and consistency handle setbacks without letting them this school year!

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The Strength to Choose By Grace Yosef (’28)

n this week’s parsha, Parshat Niztavim/Vayelech, Hashem tells Moshe to gather all of Bnei Yisrael, where he will give them parting words before he dies. Moshe tells the Jews that they must follow Hashem’s commandments. He warns them of the terrible things that will happen to them if they turn into idolaters. If Bnei Yisrael were to turn to idolatry, he explains, Hashem will never forgive them, their names will be erased, and it will be as if they are evil. On a positive note, however, Moshe reassures the Jewish people that the Torah is easily accessible to them, telling them that Hashem has placed so many things in front of them – life or death, curses or blessings – and He knows that Bnei Yisrael will choose a path of goodness. Later on, Hashem tells Moshe to bring Yehoshua to Him for an announcement. This is when Yehoshua is appointed to be the next leader of Bnei Yisrael after Moshe dies. Hashem tells Yehoshua that the people will turn away from Him and He will become extremely angry. Out of everything else in this parsha, there is one thing that sticks out to me. The pasuk says, “‫הנסתרת לה` אלקינו והנגלת לנו‬ ‫ולבנינו עד עולם לעשות את כל דברי התורה‬ ‫– הזאת‬The hidden sins are for Hashem, our God, but the revealed sins are for us and our children forever, to carry out all the words of this Torah (Devarim 29:28).” While the rst part of this pasuk means that the sins we do in secret are for Hashem to judge, what does the second part mean? How do we carry out the words of Torah with our revealed sins? A Rabbi from Aish.com answers this question in a beautiful way, saying, “But for those violations that are public, we are all liable, for our very silence signals our consent.” What this means is that if we see someone doing something wrong and we don't tell

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them about it, we are basically saying ‫ – ֶא ְה ֶי ֥ה עִמָּ ְֽך׃‬And Hashem charged that action was okay. This idea is Joshua son of Nun: Be strong and further elaborated and explained that courageous for you shall bring the the rst part of the pasuk serves as a Israelites into the land that I promised reminder for us to encourage our them on oath, and I will be with you friends to live by Torah law. Based on (Devarim 31:23).” This pasuk sticks out this, the second part of the pasuk to me in particular. Why is Yehoshua means that we serve as reminders to being told twice, by both Moshe and our friends and family that we should Hashem, to be strong and courageous? follow the mitzvot of Hashem, acting as Rashi brings a brilliant answer. He an example for others. says that the two commands apply to Even more, there is a strong two different responsibilities Yehoshua connection needs to ful ll. between The rst this pasuk command is and the from Moshe upcoming himself, and is yom tov of referring to Rosh Yehoshua’s Hashanah. spiritual The rst strength in part learning and speci cally teaching relates to Torah. Hashem’s Hashem gave judgment. the second On Rosh command, Hashanah, referencing the Book Yehoshua’s Chloe Yosef (’30) with her hidden sins of physical for Hashem and her open ones she wants Judgement strength and people to remind her about. is opened, its necessity Photo Credit: Grace Yosef (’28) giving during wars everyone a against other chance to people, like all of the different groups ask for forgiveness from Hashem, and Bnei Yisrael would need to ght. The x the wrongs they committed. The rst command is from someone of second part, however, is about judging higher power than him, but the second yourself and others. When we see command is from a divine power. others doing something wrong in Therefore, both Moshe and Hashem public, we can teach them what the give Yehoshua the message of ‫ֲח ַז֣ק‬ Torah says about their actions through ‫ ֶו ֱאמ ָ֒ץ‬, ensuring that Yehoshua truly our own example. Rosh Hashanah is a believes he can take over as leader of time where we all get a clean slate to the Jewish people. As we go into Rosh work on ourselves, and set an example Hashanah, I hope we can all have for others on how to live in the ways of both spiritual strength and physical Hashem. courage like Yehoshua to tackle the Another pasuk from this Parsha new year with excitement. that stands out to me is “ַ‫ְהוֹשׁע‬ ֣ ֻ ‫ַוי ְ ֞ ַצו אֶת־י‬ ‫!שנה טובה ומתוקה‬ ‫בִּן־נ֗ וּן ו ַ֘יּ ֹא ֶמ ֮ר ֲח ַז֣ק ֶו ֱאמ ָ֒ץ ִכּ֣י אַתָּ֗ ה תָּ בִי ֙א אֶת־בּ ְֵנ֣י‬ ‫יִשׂ ְָר ֵ֔אל אֶל־ה ָ ָ֖א ֶרץ ֲאשֶׁר־נִשׁ ַ ְ֣בּעְתִּ י ל ֶ ָ֑הם וְאָנ ִֹכ֖י‬

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Your Ideal Apple Dip By Naomi Schwartzberg (’30)

Take this quiz to nd out which apple dip best suits you!

1. What thought gets you most excited for Rosh Hashanah? A. Wearing cute clothes and having more time to hang out with friends B. The opportunity to repent for anything you might have done wrong C. All the delicious foods D. Having guests for the meals E. Hearing the shofar all month prior 2. What’s your ideal Ricki’s order for the chaggim? A. Cinnamon challah B. Round challah C. Buttercrust D. Everything challah E. Mini rolls from the ‘oops we missed the oven timer’ rack 3. What is your favorite siman and why? A. Apple in honey – it’s a classic B. Pomegranate – it symbolizes the 613 mitzvot which we strive to do properly C. (Gummy) sh head – who doesn’t like little gummies that count as a good sign? D. Leeks – we have so many enemies nowadays and could use all the zechut we can get to get rid of them E. Carrots – all of us could use an increase in good news

4. What is your Rosh Hashanah centerpiece? A. The 3D apple we made with Mrs. Gersten in 4th grade B. A standing glass simanim card C. The honey dish and fresh, crisp, red apples D. Our pomegranate table runner E. Fresh daisies 5. What is your family’s main dish on the rst night of Rosh Hashanah? A. Delicious roasted chicken B. Baked salmon (whole) C. Short ribs D. Bubbie’s brisket recipe E. Slow roasted lamb 6. What time do you get to Shul Rosh Hashanah day? A. 12 PM B. 9 AM sharp C. There’s no kiddush so you just go to meet your family at your meal D. Around 10:30 AM E. I daven at home then go when I'm done for the vibes Answers: Mostly E's... Apples in marshmallow uff ! You’re kind of chaotic in a fun way, always trying new things and juggling a bunch of stuff at once even if it doesn’t always go perfectly.

Mostly D's... Apples in honey! You do things the proper way without making it dramatic, and you always keep your style and traditions clean, basic, and classy. Mostly C's... Apples in peanut butter! You follow traditions when you have to, but you’re always adding your own practical twist because you like knowing how everything works. Mostly B's... Apples in nothing! You like things plain and simple, and you’d rather keep the fresh apple vibe than mess it up with extra dips or random add‑ons. Mostly A's... Apples in Chocolate spread! You’re super into routine and traditions, and honestly nothing beats that cozy, nostalgic feeling you get from the same sweet stuff every year. fi

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The Music to Our Ears The shofar is the music to our ears around Rosh Hashanah and a representation of the Jewish people as a whole. Check out which songs capture and represent the unique personality of each grade! By Daphna Kam (’28)

Student Spotlight By Adina Lennon (’30)

tuffed into a locker and buried in work by the third day: that's how I thought freshman year would start. Hey y’all, I’m Adina, one of the nine freshmen starting at the GMSG this year. I have to admit that by the third week, I’m already blown away by how different high school is from the movies. I have found myself to be really enjoying high school so far. Every day I get to school, not totally sure of what my schedule is going to be or if we are going to have a guest speaker, but that’s part of the fun! I have already joined three clubs with two or three more on the horizon! Although I am terri ed of midterms and nals, I thankfully still have a life outside of school work, at least for the time being… One thing I’m really grateful for is the student council's activities, such as claw clip decorating. Between these super fun activities, we also get to snack on other yummy foods while doing it (which makes everything better). These events include the entire GMSG, which helps strengthen connections and bonding between grades! I really love how we get to see the seniors everyday and get their wise advice on how to survive the next four years of our lives. You can really feel the impact of a small community in high school. Not only are our teachers able to connect with us more easily, we are also able to connect with each other, which is really important for building relationships, both in and out of school. Now if you’ll excuse me, I have some math homework to nish.

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GMSG SNAPS Life without phones proves to make the GMSG’ers smarticle particles! Photo Credit: Rachel Sanderson (’27)

Rachel buys out all cheese snacks in the Memphis area. Photo Credit: Aliza Wiener (’27)

Rwar Rwar! Photo Credit: Rachel Sanderson (’27)

Mama-bird to eagle, I copy.

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Riding the waves in the GMSG hallway. Photo Credit: Aliza Wiener (’27)

Say “mozzarella!” Photo Credit: Rivka Ruderman (’29)

Eagle to mama-bird, do you copy? Photo Credit: Sara Klein (’28)

Aliza adds "part time nanny" to her resume. Photo Credit: Rivki Wiener

The post of ce has Yaheli and Sara dumbfounded. Photo Credit: Sara Klein (’28)

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Spot the Difference

Try to nd all the differences, we bet you won't. If you think you've found them all, send them in to rachel.sanderson@mhacyos.org

Goldie's Guidance Dear Goldie, I must tell you about my problem. I live in the grand city of Memphis, and every year on Rosh Hashanah I have the absolute zchus to eat at my Saba and Savta’s house. So what's the problem you ask? They use the WORST honey ever! It tastes like the honey they found in Egypt from 200 BCE. Not only that, but they always cheap out on the apples. What about my precious sugar-bee apples? Or tasty red? This is about to be the worst Rosh Hashanah ever. Don’t get me wrong, I love my grandparents, but how am I supposed to partake in the true Rosh Hashanah festivities when the food is below par? Love, Adina_loves_apples904 Dear Adina_loves_apples904, Just be grateful you have apples pre-picked for you! Every year my sisters and I would have to brave the beasts of the forest to gather apples, beg the bees to give us honey, and pray they didn’t sting us when we came to collect it. One year my sister Yentalah got stung so bad she was as red as the apples we picked! But enough about me, you obviously have a very “serious” problem. Sugar, lets be real a second — your grandparents love hosting you and they probably have no idea you despise their honey. Give them a ring and let them know what brands you like, or better yet, bring it as a gift to the meal. That way you get what you want without hurting dear Gramps and Meemaw’s feelings. It’s a win-win!! Shana Tova!

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Letter From the Editors

Dear Readers, It’s hard to believe that Rosh Hashanah is already here! After our rst month in school, we are very excited to present the very rst issue of the 2026-2027 Goldie Globe season. Complete with Divrei Torah, interesting articles, and features that add a little whimsy into your year, this issue is sure to be a crowd pleaser. Wishing everyone a sweet new year! Shabbat Shalom!

To sponsor an issue for just $30, email Daphna Kam at daphna.kam@mhacyos.org

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General Staff

Debi Cohen Yaheli Zalman hodaya.harary@mhacyos.org & aliza.wiener@mhacyos.org Rivka Ruderman Avigayil Sa er Adina Schwartzberg Rachel Sanderson Maytal Davidovics Assistant Editor-in-Chief Managing Editor Chaya Devorah adina.schwartzberg@mhacyos.org rachel.sanderson@mhacyos.org Besser Miriam Kaplowitz Sara Klein Daphna Kam Abby Lewis Layout Editor Finance Manager Ariella Caplan sara.klein@mhacyos.org daphna.kam@mhacyos.org Adina Lennon Naomi Schwartzberg Faculty Advisors Sophie Chaifetz Malky Steiner News Editor Mrs. Ashley Brown & sophie.chaifetz@mhacyos.org Eliana Sukhodolsky Mrs. Rivki Wiener

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