So much of who I am today stems from time spent with my Jewish grandmother. My household organization, my sense of fulfillment when feeding my children nutritious meals, and even my inclination to speak my mind has been shaped by the large role my grandmother played during my childhood. She was ever-present, especially when my parents were away, and attended every music recital and awards ceremony no matter where or when they fell. Simply put, my Jewish grandmother was my second mother. I remember waking to the smell of cinnamon on Saturday mornings after sleepovers at my grandparents’ home. The...