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EKB's avatar

Some massively brave women. They put the so-called western feminists to shame

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Josh Passell's avatar

A beautiful post; sad, but hopeful. Looking back and forward in equal measure. I’ve been reading your columns for more than 20 years, and never thought to comment before (though I shared a lot). You have the strength, courage, and wisdom of a Biblical matriarch.

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Nachman Rosenberg's avatar

I agree with you.

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BeadleBlog's avatar

Same here.

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Julie Cwikel's avatar

Phyllis, you were born with good genes and sturdy mental health. I remember as a little girl sitting on the sidelines while my grandparents played contract bridge with their cronies. My grandmother was a bridge wizard and a force to be reckoned with, but now that I am my self a grandmother, I can develop the kinds of important feminist supportive relationships with my grandchildren. Plus ca change la plus ca reste la meme chose....

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Nachman Rosenberg's avatar

You have written about something that is on the mind of all seniors. Getting old sucks, even if you remain relatively functional. I have always enjoyed your writing, but this one really spoke to me. It was eloquent and elegant. I renew my invitation to take you out to lunch if you are ever in Israel. Shabbat shalom.

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Jill Tyksinski's avatar

Thanks again for a great newsletter.. I enjoy them all.. My action, besides a few donations , is to exponentially help the world by helping guide my 8 grandkids into being thoughtful, hardworking and contented adults.. Taking them for walks in the woods and teaching them about Mother Nature helps..

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Diana Mara Henry's avatar

Killer covid injections.

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