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Anniversary of a Miracle

Posted by emily on October 25, 2016 · Leave a Comment

I am not a religious woman, but I have witnessed one miracle in my life–Game 6.

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A Kid From Queens

Posted by emily on May 30, 2015 · Leave a Comment

Meanwhile, on the other side of the Mississippi…

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The 11:11 to Penn Station, or Exodus

Posted by emily on July 23, 2008 · Leave a Comment

A piece about the exodus from my ancestral homeland, Long Island, published in The Morning News.

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The Book of Weinstein

Posted by emily on June 30, 2008 · Leave a Comment

A very short Genesis of one particular Jew.

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They’re Just Not Champions

Posted by emily on October 19, 2006 · Leave a Comment

I’ve only had about five minutes to adjust to the Mets’ postseason defeat, but so far I’m feeling pretty sanguine. I’ve got a new way of looking at things when it comes to my futile, fervent hopes that this team or that team will become World Champions, reap millions of dollars in endorsements, receive truly […]

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Cinco de Mayo

Posted by emily on May 6, 2006 · Leave a Comment

A morning at the baths and an evening at the ballpark.

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Christmas Day in Parallel Queens

Posted by emily on January 5, 2006 · Leave a Comment

My own personal War on Christmas.

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