Originally from Northwest Indiana, Akiva is currently an educator in Indianapolis. He lives in Meridian Park with his wife, Hannah. In his spare time, he is a beer snob, a soccer snob, and a contributor to Hoosier Beer Geek.
Thanks, Marjorie. I have often felt like a bit of a freak as the stereotypical hairy Jewish guy, but your article makes me feel like a he-man. Thankfully, my wife is in your camp and got quite a kick out of your article.
I'm so sorry to hear about your negative experiences. It's strikes me as particularly sad and ironic when those who claim to be frum nonetheless conveniently ignore a number of mitzvot, especially the mitzvah to love the ger. The fact ...