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.

Lessons in Peace, Inclusion, and Humanity

Love and Wine

(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)

Love and Wine

Cat Mural

(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)

Cat Mural

Plant of Unknown Origin

(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)

Plant of Unknown Origin

Flower Throne

(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)

Flower Throne

Duck Decor

(Credit Photo: Dannielle Blumenthal)

Duck Decor

Boy Smells Odor

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

(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)

Boy Smells Odor

New Elevator Parts

(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)

New Elevator Parts

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.

(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)

Some Shabbos Chuckles

Cute Little Ugly Snake

(Credit Photo: Rebecca O.)
 

Cute Little Ugly Snake

Bears and Turtle

 
Hello.  How are you?  ;-)

(Credit Photo: Minna Blumenthal)

Bears and Turtle

Soccer Balls

(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)

Soccer Balls

Measuring The Old Way

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

(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)

Measuring The Old Way

Sunday Bunny

(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)

Sunday Bunny

Pool Lane Lines

(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)

Pool Lane Lines

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.

(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)

Israel's 3 Stages of Attack

Treasure Chest

(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)

Treasure Chest

Dog in Red Wagon

(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)

Dog in Red Wagon

Elevated Subway NYC

(Credit Photo: Minna Blumenthal)

Elevated Subway NYC

Swimming By Nordstrom

(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)

Swimming By Nordstrom