Invasion of the Body Snatchers

Half alien, half man!

Will they get you next? ;-)

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Invasion of the Body Snatchers

Octopus Ooze

Four eyes and eight legs!

Plenty of ooze!  ;-)

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Octopus Ooze

They Must've Enjoyed Those Cheddar Goldfish

Whoever ate these actually left a smiley next to the empty bag. 

Now that is someone who loves Cheddar Goldfish!  ;-)

Note: Not kosher as far as I am aware.

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They Must've Enjoyed Those Cheddar Goldfish

On Line For 1 Potato

Wow, this guy waited on line at the supermarket to buy one single potato. 

That's right, nothing else.

He wasn't a poor guy or anything, just a regular Joe. 

I couldn't help myself and said: "what do you do with just one potato?"  ;-)

(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)

On Line For 1 Potato

What's in the Cholent?

Please see my new article in The Times of Israel called "What's in the Cholent?"

Anyway, for all of you who have had the experience, I am sure that you will agree that it's truly not a Shabbat meal without a big pot of cholent (or, should I say, dafina, as my Sephardic friends say). And it's not a bowl of cholent that you want to eat unless you've hand-picked every single scoop of it yourself, even if you don't quite know what it is you're looking for to begin with.

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What's in the Cholent?

Beautiful Seared Tuna on Chef's Salad

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Beautiful Seared Tuna on Chef's Salad

A Fine Spine

Can you believe that's our spine?  

My back hurts just looking at it. ;-)

(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)

A Fine Spine

Cookie Faces

Unfortunately, in the 3rd row, it looks like Mr. Cookie lost an eye.  

(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)

Cookie Faces

Weird Hooks On Letters

D, E, R, B, S.

Catch any fish with those hooks?  ;-)

(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)

Weird Hooks On Letters

Snail Bowl

 

(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)

Snail Bowl

Iced Coffee with Mocha!

(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)
 

Iced Coffee with Mocha!

The Best of People

Please see my new article in The Times of Israel called "The Best of People."

When we finally got back to the hotel and my wife was feeling better, I told her how amazed I was with the goodness of these complete strangers that we encountered. I saw people who expressed concern and care for someone they didn't know and for whom they wanted nothing in return.

I believe that this is ultimately what life is all about: it's not about the money, the honor, or what we get out of a situation; rather, it's about doing good in the world and savoring G-d's blessing over anything that is material or narcissistic.

(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)

The Best of People

Nail Art

(Credit Photo: Minna Blumenthal)

Nail Art

Cocolada x 2

Rum, pineapple, coconut, and more goodness. ;-)

(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)

Cocolada x 2

4 Flavors of Overflowing Gelato

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

This was nice on a very hot day!  ;-)

(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)

4 Flavors of Overflowing Gelato

Escambron Beach

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Escambron Beach

Old San Juan

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Old San Juan

Puerto Rico On The Rocks

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Puerto Rico On The Rocks

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

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Love and Wine

Cat Mural

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Cat Mural

Plant of Unknown Origin

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Plant of Unknown Origin

Flower Throne

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Flower Throne

Duck Decor

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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

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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

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Sunday Bunny

Pool Lane Lines

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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

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Treasure Chest

Dog in Red Wagon

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Dog in Red Wagon

Elevated Subway NYC

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Elevated Subway NYC

Swimming By Nordstrom

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Swimming By Nordstrom

Water or Reeses?

 

His shirt (on the shoulder) says:

Water is life.

But the checkout counter clearly communicates that:

Life is Reeses!  ;-)

(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)

Water or Reeses?

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).

(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)

Israel's Mysterious 7 Watershed Moments

Grilling: Low to High End

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Grilling: Low to High End

Great Job 5th Graders!

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Great Job 5th Graders!

Kick A** Boots!

The last pair! 

In hot pink, what a find!

Ha ha, no not for me. ;-)

Kick A** Boots!

Jewelry Makes Me Feel So Hot

(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)

Jewelry Makes Me Feel So Hot

Dumpster Dirt

(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)

Dumpster Dirt

Shampoo, Conditioner, and Bubble Bath

Cute packaging!  ;-)

(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)

Shampoo, Conditioner, and Bubble Bath

In Honor of Israel: Put on Tefillin Today!

Nice job Chabad! 

(Credit Photo: Andy Blumenthal)

In Honor of Israel: Put on Tefillin Today!

Lets Save Israel Now

 

Please see my new article in The Times of Israel called "Lets Save Israel Now."

After 17 weeks of virulent protests and plenty of animosity, one has to question whether the hateful politics surrounding judicial reform are bringing us ever closer to a dangerous breaking point. Certainly, all this heart-wrenching conflict of Jew against Jew is leading us down a terrible road of divisiveness, hate, and hurt for our people, country, and future. It is high time to change course and instead work together to solve our problems, mend differences, and unite in our faith as the proud children of the Maccabees against our common enemies.

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Lets Save Israel Now