Earlier today, I had the wonderful opportunity to speak to a group of high school students at Fairview High School in Boulder, Colorado. The Fairview High School Student Council and the Social Studies Department organized an all-day event called- We Are Fairview. Over 100 … [Read more...]
Hamat Teverya National Park- An Historical Gem in the Galilee
History abounds in the Galilee. Consider a brief stop at Hamat Teverya National Park, an historical gem in the Galilee. The site is adjacent to the Sea of the Galilee. As we walked from the parking lot, Jacob Firsel, our private guide, pointed out the low water level. The docks … [Read more...]
Remembering a Yearly Anniversary and Passover
Yearly anniversaries mark both joyous and sad events. Each additional year takes one further from the actual event. Yet, when the yearly anniversary is acknowledged the time factor is suspended as one vividly recalls and relives what happened on that day. While memories still … [Read more...]
Bet She’arim- Important Necropolis From Talmud Era
After leaving the Old City of Akko we drove to the Bet She'arim National Park. This site is located within the town of Kiryat Tivon. Shortly after exiting the main road, we drove past the remains of the synagogue and the ancient Jewish city of Bet She'arim. A quick glance … [Read more...]
Social Media and Contests
Yesterday, Sonia Marsh sent a congratulatory email. I had won the "My Gutsy Story" writing contest. I broke the record for the total number of votes. After congratulating me, she candidly asked- "How did you succeed in getting so many votes?" I answered her … [Read more...]
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