November 29, 2021
November 28, 2021
The Plan Amidst The Pain
In life, not only do we have to be determined and work hard, but G-d throws us curveballs and challenges all along the way that can often make us drop to our knees or throw our arms up in despair. However, we need to be faithful like Jacob and Joseph, knowing that it’s all a part of G-d’s plan and mission for us, and through these we learn and grow and become better versions of ourselves.Moreover, if we but open our eyes to the miracle of our creation and our sustainment every moment of every day by Hashem, and remember that He put us all here for a purpose, then we can pay the daily price for what G-d puts in front of us and how we choose to handle it.We can do this knowing that it’s all really just a small price to pay in the end for so much that we gain in this world and that we will carry forward to the hereafter. In the end, nothing is free, but the price and the reason is always just what G-d wants it to be.
(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
November 26, 2021
Beautiful Flowers
November 25, 2021
Thanksgiving Beach
November 24, 2021
Loads of Skittles
November 23, 2021
Strong and Knowledgeable
Then you also know what you can't do.
While our dreams and imagination can be "the sky's the limit,"
The reality is we are human and we have to learn, grow, and make progress incrementally.
Still it's a fight every day to get stronger as people and as souls. ;-)
(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
November 22, 2021
Losing Your Head At Golf
November 21, 2021
Sad Sad Umbrella
November 20, 2021
When Hypocrisy Leads To Abuse
As many of you, I have been following the news about sexual abuse allegations against Rabbi Chaim Walder and have been horrified and disgusted that this renowned ultra-orthodox Children’s book author and therapist is now accused of abusing the same. Like community Rabbis (e.g. Rabbi Barry Freundel) or Jewish educators (e.g. Stanley Rosenfeld), this phenomenon of using a privileged position to take advantage of women and children is certainly, by this time, not new and remains a stain on the Jewish community, no different than that of the Catholic Church or the Boy Scouts for the abuse by its priest and leaders on those that trusted them and the religious values and ideals they represent.
Truly, these horrible acts of hurting, abusing, and scarring for life women and children (including boys) are regrettably all around us, whether with domestic violence, rape, sexual abuse, and human trafficking. But fortunately now they are at least “out of the closet” where rather than have the community deny the possibility that such evil exists or even circle the wagons to wholly protect the perpetrators (before fully investigating the facts), we now have greater recognition and are working towards accountability of these wrongs, and hopefully, far greater protection for people in the future.
(Source Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
November 19, 2021
Ready To Drag Race
November 18, 2021
Way To Go Girl Power
November 17, 2021
Gorgeous Fall Leaves
November 16, 2021
Dog Likes Starbucks
November 14, 2021
Purple Polka Dot Balloon
November 13, 2021
“Rock and Roll” With Chabad
People are often blocked from moving forward by uncertainty, indecision, insecurity, self-doubt, hesitancy, worry, and fear, yet one man, such as Jacob, can stand up and move that big rock off the well if he just sets his mind to it and tries!The bottom line is that when people say it can’t be done or to wait because it will take an entire village of shepherds to simply move the rock from the well, instead we can see that even one determined person can “rock and roll,” make a difference, and start to make something special and meaningful happen.
(Source Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
November 12, 2021
Service With A Smile
November 11, 2021
Been There Done That
November 10, 2021
The Amazing Turtle
November 9, 2021
Colorful Drinking
November 8, 2021
November 6, 2021
Jewish Unity Is Strength
It didn’t matter what race or nationality the person who had been hit by the car was, she was a human being in pain and who needed the help of others. We Jews need to remember that this is life in a nutshell. Life can change in split instance for better or G-d forbid, for worse. We need one another. No man is an island. We can’t afford to play holier than thou with anyone else. Only G-d can judge who is really “religious” and who is wanting.
It brought to my mind the irony that with the Jewish people, we are a small minority in the world, and yet we often disagree, fight, and can be intolerant and neglectful of one another despite facing anti-Semitism and other crises. This is far from the ideal of demonstrating love and acceptance, unifying ourselves together, and becoming as strong and effective as a “light unto nations” that we could and should be.
We can have our personal and communal ideals and standards, but at the same time have empathy for the journey that people are on. Therefore, we should strive to treat each other with kindness and tolerance and put aside the lofty and phony airs of personal judgement and exclusivity. Because in the end, no one knows who is laying next on the street waiting for that ambulance to come.
(Credit Painting: Dannielle Blumenthal)
November 4, 2021
Hatchet Halloweenie
November 3, 2021
Bath Time Ducks
November 2, 2021
Delicious Knafeh
November 1, 2021
Sleep Apnea and Respiratory Disorders
You can get full face, nasal mask (2 versions), or nasal "pillows".
How does one choose? I guess your doctor knows.
Looks challenging to try and sleep with these, but I guess you may have to do what you have to do.
At least, there are therapeutic options these days, and hopefully many more in the future for all the illnesses out there! ;-)
(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
(Note: Not intended as medical advice in any way!)
October 31, 2021
What’s Your Kindness
When we are happy, we are able to graciously and generously give to others, and when we give to others, we are able to be happy! All the other pursuits in life such as wealth, ego, good looks, and so on are nothing but vanities (like King Solomon said in Ecclesiastes), and in the end lead to nothing but loss and suffering. However, giving and the happiness and positive spiritual energy it creates endures.
(Source Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
October 29, 2021
Japanese Umbrella
October 28, 2021
Horse on Blue
October 27, 2021
Metaverse Arriving Soon
October 26, 2021
October 25, 2021
Looking Up
October 24, 2021
October 23, 2021
Love Your Family As The Stranger
When it comes to strangers, it’s almost easier to put on a face, act all proper, and do what’s right because they aren’t our family, thus Avraham could run to help the strangers. Yet, when it comes to our own families, we don’t feel it necessary to keep up pretenses. We sometimes say and do things to family that we would likely never say to or do in front of strangers, like Avraham telling Hagar and Ishmael to get out! We may even betray and hurt the ones we love, like when Avraham said Sarah was his sister putting her at jeopardy with Avimelekh. Further, we “sacrifice” our children and spouses by putting our work (sometimes 24/7), social media, and our own brand and needs first, and don’t adequately pay attention to what’s really going on with our families, their needs, aspirations, and troubles; for example, Avraham was going to sacrifice Isaac, his and Sarah’s only child and “the son of her old age.” We take for granted and even advantage of our families, because we can. And some at the further bad end of the spectrum, “go home and kick the dog!” Yes, the pictures that everyone posts on Facebook and Instagram are what people want you to see and think about them (their personal brand): that everything’s all rosy and they have the perfect lives and families, but I venture to guess that often, it’s far from the reality of what goes on “behind closed doors.”All of us need to pay attention and do what’s right not only when we want to look good in front of others, but knowing that even in our own homes, G-d is watching what we do and how we treat each other.
(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
October 22, 2021
Lime Green Bowl
October 21, 2021
Buddha Planter
October 20, 2021
Politically Incorrect Ointment
Didn't think any legitimate product would actually be named "Butt Paste."
Can you imagine going up to the pharmacist and asking:
Do you have any butt paste?
Pharmacist:
Oh yes, it's in Aisle 7. Do you want me to show you where it is?
Now, we're really going down a rabbit's hole! ;-)
(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
October 19, 2021
Choose A Doll
October 18, 2021
Weight Discrepancy
October 17, 2021
Moving Me Down The Highway
October 15, 2021
Our World of Fake News
Fake news about Israel and the Jews continues to proliferate from many mainstream news sources that have sold out to the devil any credibility, they may have one had. Whether it’s the “Failing New York Times,” “Fake News CNN” or any other of the notorious media sources that are alleged to report biased, tainted news, unfortunately, it seems like a virtual non-stop barrage of anti-Israel and anti-Semitic spewing. It may be overt or more subtle, but there are organizations like Honest Reporting that are tracking and calling out the false news reporting for the lies that they are.Whether it’s 1984 “Big Brother” telling you what to think and do or the media twisting the truth so that’s unrecognizable anymore, this is dangerous not only to the Jews as scapegoats, but to the souls, freedom and future of our world.
(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
October 14, 2021
Fun Cars To Pretend
October 13, 2021
VW Love Van
The Hippie generation knew just how to make them gorgeous.
Peace, Love, Rock and Roll!
And the rainbow streaks and flowers for added good cheer.
If VW would make these already with the paint job with all this expression, I bet they would sell like hotcakes! ;-)
(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
October 12, 2021
Eye Earrings
October 11, 2021
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