(Photo does not illustrate story. Embroidery by Brita Ek.) It was five years ago when Tomie became a rabbi. We were invited to Adolfo and Steve’s wedding on the campus of Brandeis University, outside of Boston. We arrived very early. Traffic was light and the ceremony began later than the invitation time. I was dressed as a secret service agent and Tomie was clothed Tomie-style. As we sat in the waiting area, Tomie was invited to witness the signing of the ketubah. After he left the room, one of Steve’s relatives asked me, “Is he the rabbi?” We decided Tomie became Rabbi dePaolawitz at that moment. (Bob) Pray for Peace, Justice, and Equality
