Today, I wrote a guest blot that was posted on The Nerdy Book Club website. I have followed this community of bloggers for over a year. They share book reviews, reading projects, and support reading culture. Over the years, the group has critiqued and discussed a plethora of … [Read more...]
Taormina- A Lovely Place With a Troubling History
Taormina is a favorite excursion for many cruise ship passengers. It is located on the east coast of the island of Sicily, Italy, about midway between Messina and Catania. While Taormina may be a lovely place to visit, its history is tarnished by the Inquisition. … [Read more...]
Looking for Greek Jewish History
During our Celebrity Cruise stop in Athens, we divided our time between an organized tour of the Acropolis and a chance to explore the city on our own. After the Acropolis tour was complete we found our way to the Jewish Museum of Greece.We were looking for Greek Jewish history. … [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...]
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