Here we are in the magical, mystical city of Jerusalem, where we enjoyed a day with the family to walk through the old city. We stopped make some purchases, to visit with some friends, and to ponder the Western Wall. It was an extremely hot day and we went at a leisurely pace. After dinner the kids drove back to the Golan and we began our Jerusalem adventure in earnest.
Early on Monday morning Steve proceeded to the Shalom Hartman Institute to begin his two-week conference with other rabbis from North America. His days are long and rich. I have been taking the bus each morning to Yad L'Kashish, Lifeline to the Elderly. It is a wonderful institution that gives work and social services to needy seniors (mostly immigrants). The seniors come to work each morning in craft workshops, making beautiful items that are sold in the gift shop. Many groups and tours come to visit this amazing institution, so I have been helping lead the tours and more importantly, helping to sell the merchandise so that money can be reinvested in helping the elderly. We have been associated with this place for many years, and I am so happy to be giving my time to them (click above for more information on their website).
So here we are approaching yet another Shabbat, this time after a week of studying and volunteering. We have listened to amazing lectures and met interesting people, like Rivka Miriam, an Israeli poet who has caught Steve's attention (click on link). We have eaten great food, sipped coffee at wonderful cafes, and seen amazing sights as we traverse the streets. We look forward to spending a quiet Shabbat with some friends. Shabbat Shalom!HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO
NANA AND PAPA GENE!
and A VERY HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ALI!!!
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