We all know that Purim costumes are more than just a cute minhag that Klal Yisrael practices
Growing up, my family took Purim costumes very seriously. Our themes were planned months in advance, and there was an almost tense anticipation in the house in the days leading up to the grand reveal.
But whenever I asked my mother what I would dress up as on the upcoming Purim, her answer was always the same. “A voile meidel.”
I guess you can say that a good girl is still my go-to costume many times — and not only on Purim.
We all know that Purim costumes are more than just a cute minhag that Klal Yisrael practices. The assortment of hats, frocks, and gowns reveal the inner workings of family cultures — and the mother’s levels of both brilliance and tolerance. When it comes to choosing a new identity for a day, what’s your costume style?
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