“The problem is, it’s impossible to balance these two loyalties. Believe me, I try. And then, when I get this attitude from you, it’s frustrating and infuriating”
I looked at Shevy and chose my words carefully. “I know you’re disappointed,” I said slowly. “That’s— I get it”
He knew that the man at the other end of the line was thinking, Shuey Portman, Shuey Portman, Shuey Portman… I know that name from somewhere
“Money comes and goes — who knows if I’ll always have it? I want to know I can get along without it if I have to”
“It’s boring and gutless. This is your oldest child, Mina. You’ll do black for your grandchildren’s weddings”
“The thing is, the tough-love guys, the ones who preach hard-line chinuch, don’t get how sweet and vulnerable kids can be”
