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Leslie Levine Adler, PhD visited Russia in the summer of 1976 as part of her undergraduate Russian Studies program. She returned in 1977 to pursue her friendships from the previous summer. After teaching ESL at university, she became a psychologist.
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Leslie Levine Adler, PhD visited Russia in the summer of 1976 as part of her undergraduate Russian Studies program. She returned in 1977 to pursue her friendships from the previous summer. After teaching ESL at university, she became a psychologist.

Leslie

Dear Melania...regarding BE BEST

Leslie
Tuesday, 08 May 2018
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Dear Melania,As a former ESL teacher, I guess it is up to me to tell you that the title of your new campaign makes no sense. First of all, grammatically it is incorrect and should be "Be the best." However, even if you were to say that, my next question is "Be the best what?" The best bully? The best obstructionist? The best dressed? The ...
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Snakes Can't Hear

Leslie
Saturday, 05 May 2018
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Snakes Can't Hear
Intrepid, almost. Pen in hand, I set out for my solo hike this morning in Sedona, Arizona with a bit more confidence than years before.I had been consulting my brother, who, astride his horse in Jack London Historic Park, was giving me advice on how to deal with any snakes I might encounter.I told him that last time, I entere...
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Haunted by Myself, Family Pictures: Take 1

Leslie
Sunday, 04 June 2017
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Haunted by Myself, Family Pictures: Take 1
My sister and brother-in-law are downsizing, preparing to move into a condominium.* I should have known to be wary of gifts when entering their house.I place no sentimental value on my grandmother's oversized formal furniture, and, thank you, our house has enough stuff.Meryll told me she has a present – beware of Greeks bearing gifts, sis...
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Moments of Peace

Leslie
Sunday, 23 April 2017
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Moments of Peace
At this moment sitting at the Shabbat table alone, watching the sunset with dogs at my feet, I feel grateful. There is a feeling of my heart for my children now together in Australia and New Zealand for a few weeks, my always understanding husband, my amazing family, my longstanding friends, gratifying work, and adorable pets.My father felt so fort...
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How Do We Record Memories

Leslie
Friday, 14 April 2017
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How Do We Record Memories
As I move through the beauty of Sedona, Arizona I watch everyone take out their cameras and click pictures on the trail, and then, as if the moment were successfully captured, move on. It is amazing. Once we had to save our film because it was finite and costly.  I started thinking about what people did before they had cameras to engrave ...
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I snapped up the invitation to speak at a zoom meeting for the Jewish Affinity Group from Columbus School for Girls. Self-quarantining for almost a year has made me hungry to talk about Jewish Luck. It's certainly clear from the news that Vera and Alla's perceptions about the "New" Russia are just as relevant now as they were when Vera first encountered Putin in Leningrad.More than the intellectua...
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We were featured speakers at Hadassah Brandeis Institute and Levy Summer Series. Our speaking engagements include JCCs, synagogues, libraries, book groups, retirement communities, schools, and organizations (e.g. ORT, Hadassah, and Women's League). References are available. 

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Talk Review

"I was very fortunate to be able to hear Meryll and Leslie speak at a Hadassah event in Israel. Each of the ~50 participants really enjoyed the event because Meryll and Leslie were so engaging. While they had a natural rapport with the audience, you could also tell they had prepared well so they could connect with our particular group's interests. I learned a lot from listening to them, and I found their sisterly interaction unique and fun. If you want an enlightening and uplifting experience, attend one of their book talks."
Lisa Shimoni, Modiin Israel

Book Review

"Truly, you have written a story that makes accessible the reality of existence in Russia, through the eyes of individuals who lived through the various regimes and dictates.  It is fascinating and very well told.  As I read Vera and Alla's story, I learned more Russian history than I had known from a textbook.  That's a big deal, women!  You tell the tale with vivid detail and hook us on the two women and their stories, then weave in the history to illuminate their journeys. It is such a necessary book.  I am thrilled that the two of you collaborated, as I can see the uniqueness of your personalities come through in the stories, and that, too, makes the book a gem."
Margaret Leibfried, Danielson Group consultant

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