Welcome to my birthday edition of Rabbi E in 3! November 3rd is MY special day...the day, to paraphrase a great Sage, when (many years ago, won't say how many just now), G-d decided the world could not exist without me!! (Or this podcast?!) A birthday is an opportune time to realize how supremely important each and every one of us is, and to feel overwhelming gratitude to be alive....and maybe even to bestow some sincere blessings that are inspired by that sense of joy. Truthfully, EACH AND EVERY DAY we should remember how important we are, and how much faith Hashem has in each one of us to live up to our potential. But a birthday is at the next level, perhaps...dialing up the amp to number 11 (above 10), baby boomer reference there for those who catch it! So, in place of sending me presents, give me downloads (!)...and please tune in for MY birthday thoughts and blessings!