So here’s some public mother guilt: I do sometimes wish I had more time to stimulate each of my kids on their level and give them healthy challenges that they can grow from naturally. It’s always something I notice and admire in other mothers.
When Dovid Biderman’s story crossed my desk, I knew this was something I wanted to cover. We’ve had tons of kids who are interested in cooking email us about participating in Family Table in all sorts of ways (especially Man with a Pan!). But Dovid Biderman’s feature stood out. This seventh-grader displays a huge amount of knowledge and skill, and if I closed my eyes, I’d think it was a professional chef talking. Yeah, the outlet is great, but I’m reading discipline and perseverance too.
And let’s loop his mother back in. Yes, she gets some high-level help in the kitchen, but that’s a result of her own patience and encouragement. That’s what I’d like to take a lesson from — because kids’ growth doesn’t happen in a vacuum.
We have another big treat this week, and that is our peek at Michal Frischman’s Shabbos table. Michal’s another example of skill and expertise, coupled with just the right mix of homey and inviting. Enjoy!
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