I must see where my people are going, so that I can lead them.
These are leaders that are much more followers than any sort of leaders.
Or worse yet are leaders that lead people in the wrong (bad) direction.
In fact, these leaders "sin," but also they cause others to sin as well.
They are bad apples and serve as bad examples to others too!
A good leader is a shining example and mentor and these people are gems to find!
(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
The Worst Leadership
It's called "the Comforter."
You break off a piece of what look like a gorgeous pink and white (like bubble gum) Cinnabon roll and throw it in the bath to get a nice aroma and bubbles.
Again, it looks more like a bakery item than a bath one.
But maybe it's the combination that makes it irresistible--although please do not eat it!
Soap is soap, but this is something else entirely (maybe!). ;-)
(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
Bubble Bath Bar
We are all reeling from the devastating deaths of 45 Jews on Lag B'Omer at Mount Meron (and many others critically injured) from a stampede during the bonfire celebration near the grave of the holy Kabbalist, Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai. Last night, we were glued to the new as the body count kept going up. I couldn't help thinking to myself that this is something that happens in the masses of people that gather in India or Saudi Arabia, not in the tiny State of Israel. But lo' and behold, tragedy can strike anywhere, anytime. Life is completely tenuous!So can we draw conclusions that in those days there was baseless hate and so too in our times. I think, while we don't know G-d's ways, certainly from experience and observation, we do know that there is not only baseless hate, but also plenty of "hate the baseless". And what I mean by that is that one type of Jew thinks they are better than another whose beliefs, faith, and observance we denigrate and deem baseless, without support and they without real merit...We are forever driven towards a "Better than thou" attitude and lifestyle. To the religious catcalls of "get out of our neighborhood slut" or the throwing of Shabbat rocks at passing cars. This all has got to stop!
Mount Meron and Hating The "Baseless"
And the umbrella lost!
It's down for the count.
But the opponent is waiting to see if the umbrella rises again to continue and fight. ;-)
(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
Fight With Umbrella
In this life, it's having your head ripped around your body.
Then in the next life, it's got to be a soul bared and stretched across the heavens and for all eternity.
Punishment is revelation and the mark it undoubtedly leaves behind.
(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
The Feeling of Shaming
"Buy Now, Pay Later!"
And then...
"Foreclosure"
You can't borrow infinitely.
It eventually has to be repaid.
Where will the money come from?
Print more.
Worth less! ;-)
(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
Motif For The U.S. Economy
The case of the Sarah Halimi is yet another example of the anti-Semitism taking deep root in France, where rather than ensuring Justice for her barbaric murder, a second French court has now absurdly affirmed a lower-court ruling that the alleged perpetrator Traore cannot be held criminally responsible simply because he was on marijuana! Incredibly, these French justices ruled in this completely nonsensical way even as cannabis is being ruled legal for medicinal and even recreational purposes in more and more countries around the world.It is inconceivable that a modern, western nation as France (part of the EU, NATO, the UN, etc.) would allow violent, racist, hate-mongers, and murders completely off the hook simply because they were high on some cannabis or for any other lame excuse like that. This is not rational. It is not human or civilized. And it is certainly not justice. Jewish blood is not cheap and Kolibi Traore cannot be allowed to go free. France needs to make this right because Sarah Halimi, a citizen of France, was butchered there because she was a Jew, and letting radical Islamists commit violence and terror like this is a danger not just to the French, but to everybody.
Justice for Sarah Halimi
Is a carousel or merry-go-round.
Horses going up and down as the happy music plays.
Take a whirl of a ride and watch the world go by.
Wave to the all people.
There is mom and dad smiling and proud.
Who knew that's what was in the egg? ;-)
(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
Inside The Golden Egg
Different colors for different booze.
Wine is fine, but liquor is quicker!
What's your poison? ;-)
(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
Alcohol Coaster Set
Almost looks like the fish is floating through the air.
Is he next on someone's plate?
Don't worry Ms. Fish, all will be tasty and well! ;-)
(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
Here Fishy Fishy
(Credit Photo of painting: Andy Blumenthal)
Flower In Context
It figures that an extremely rich person would have candlestick holders like this.
They think it's ok to have your "personal servants" bring you and hold your lights.
Even as they are in spiritual darkness enslaving their fellow human beings.
No, their not helping people by giving them a (shitty) job even as they routinely mistreat them.
Where are people's (screwed up) brains?
The wealthy often actually believe they are entitled to their grossly extravagant lifestyles.
Wait they they come back in the next life and they'll see what they are entitled to! ;-)
(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
Demeaning Candlestick Holders
Take Risks Make Mistakes.
And the "i" is missing in Mistakes!
I didn't even take the risks, but I still made the mistakes. ;-)
(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
How Many Is Too Many?
What if we had eyes in the back of our heads?
Now, you don't have to look over your shoulder.
360-degree vision is that better 20/20 hindsight! ;-)
(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
Do Three Eyes Help Us See Better?
(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
Israel Is Tops
Blue world.
Blue oceans.
Blue skies.
I'm feeling so blue! ;-)
(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
Life Is A Big Blue Circle
Man is this slick or what?
I wouldn't leave a car like this parked on the street or with the top open.
But boy would I enjoy driving this along the palm trees, white sand, and blue ocean beach.
This is living in style! :-)
(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
Wow Fast Cars
They were giving these away in the doctor's office.
Not quick sure why???
The guy gave me a half a dozen, and each duck is different.
Fun in the bath for the grandchild.
They float and make quack-quack. ;-)
(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
Rubber Ducky You're The One
Cross, uncross, cross.
Of course, the dress pants and shoes aren't so comfortable.
Do clothes really make the wo/man?
Here, there's no real clothes or should I say person to speak of.
Clothes is better than a fig leaf for Adam and Eve.
Much of clothing is just "look your best" and try to "feel good" vanity.
The soul is what really makes the person. ;-)
(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
Comfy Legs
In an effort to make peace with the Palestinians, some perhaps well-meaning politicians have attempted to negotiate to give away parts of the holy land of Israel, and this is a big mistake. In contrast to these politicians and some diehard “peaceniks” (i.e. who believe in peace at almost any cost), there are many people in Israel, from Zionists and nationalists to settlers, messianists, and the religious who maintain a deep underlying faith that the land of Israel, in its entirety, belongs to the Jewish people. Moreover, they trust that our current and miraculous possession of Israel, after 2,000 years of exile, is anchored in our transition from helpless, stateless, and victimized Jews to instead those of self-reliance, bold action, and faith in the Almighty that we are living in the times of redemption and Mashiach.
Never A Doubt: Not An Inch
