4 Flavors of Overflowing Gelato

Rich Chocolate, Mixed Berry, Banana Cream, and Pecan Pie. 

This was nice on a very hot day!  ;-)

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Escambron Beach

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Old San Juan

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Puerto Rico On The Rocks

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Lessons in Peace, Inclusion, and Humanity

Please see my new video and article in The Times of Israel called "Lessons in Peace,Inclusion, and Humanity."

In this video, there are three stories from my recent Caribbean vacation, which include a conversation with a waiter about peace between Israelis and Palestinians, feeling unwelcome in a synagogue, and connecting with a stranger from India.

Love and Wine

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Cat Mural

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Plant of Unknown Origin

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Flower Throne

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Duck Decor

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Boy Smells Odor

Body odor is what you want your scented candle to smell like?  ;-)

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New Elevator Parts

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Some Shabbos Chuckles

Please see my new article in The Times of Israel called "Some Shabbos Chuckles."

People never fail to amaze me in both their potential as well as in their idiosyncrasies. But the last number of weeks have really brought home that while we Jews share many commonalities, there are also quite a few quirky differences, and many of these are worth sharing.

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Cute Little Ugly Snake

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Bears and Turtle

 
Hello.  How are you?  ;-)

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Soccer Balls

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Measuring The Old Way

You think Home Depot can come up with something a little more sophisticated than this?

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Sunday Bunny

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Pool Lane Lines

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Israel's 3 Stages of Attack

 

Please see my new article in The Times of Israel called "Israel's 3 Stages of Attack."

Iran has long sought nuclear weapons to destroy Israel. Of course, if the Ayatollah doesn’t change course towards peace, it only makes sense as a strategy for Israel to not only preemptively attack but also incrementally dismantle Iran and its terrorist weapons buildup in three distinct stages.

As we are maneuvering closer to the finish line with Iran, we must maintain our ultimate faith in the “Rock of Israel,” as well as continue to be dedicated to defending our people, land, and religion.

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Treasure Chest

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Dog in Red Wagon

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Elevated Subway NYC

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Swimming By Nordstrom

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Water or Reeses?

 

His shirt (on the shoulder) says:

Water is life.

But the checkout counter clearly communicates that:

Life is Reeses!  ;-)

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Israel's Mysterious 7 Watershed Moments

Please see my new article in The Times of Israel called "Israel's Mysterious 7 Watershed Moments."

G-d works in mysterious ways, but occasionally He reveals Himself to us to impart His holiness and perfection to the world.

As we know, seven represents the miraculous days of G-d's creation of the heavens and earth and his rest on the holy seventh day of Shabbat. Additionally, in Kabbalah, seven represents the number of lower sephirot, which are the divine manifestations or emanations of G-d present in this world.

We shall see that many of Israel's watershed moments have happened over many decades in years ending in the number seven (7).

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Grilling: Low to High End

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Great Job 5th Graders!

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Kick A** Boots!

The last pair! 

In hot pink, what a find!

Ha ha, no not for me. ;-)

Jewelry Makes Me Feel So Hot

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Dumpster Dirt

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Shampoo, Conditioner, and Bubble Bath

Cute packaging!  ;-)

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