I still think that if you ever get a chance, if there’s one topic you could really reach this guy through, it could be if you expressed real interest in his customs… maybe you’ll find a way to “befriend” him, as it were, and last more than just a year or two! Or not… you know the guy, I don’t. In any case, I think the basics we’ve given you here (He will not work on the Sabbath or Sabbath-like holidays; avoid eating around him if it’s not something he’s offering; don’t put yourself in a situation where the two of you are alone in a closed room) should see you through the first stages. Good on you for picking up some books and learning more. You’ll do fine!
Um… [Looks around] … we’re in GQ, right? OK, nevermind then
Anne – Since it’s tonight, I take it that you belong to a Conservative synagogue? In any case, have a great time at Shul with the Hakafot.