To all of my Jewish friends, readers — everyone, actually: Happy Rosh HaShanah!
For those who aren’t familiar with this day, it’s the beginning of a new civil year. This Christian (me) is partial to the two-day observance because of what it celebrates: the creation of Adam and Eve and, therefore, the human race. I like the idea that ALL humans, no matter color, religion, politics, country of origin, or position in society, are related to each other through those two people (either physically or symbolically, I don’t care which). So, it makes sense to me that we should treat everyone who crosses our path like long-lost, cherished family.
