Monthly Archives: May 2019

The long Memorial Day weekend is here. It is, of course, a time to honor those who have sacrificed so much in the service of our country. For many people, this weekend is also the kick-off for summer. Pools are filled and barbeques are fired up. Students and teachers alike are finishing up final projects and anticipating a change of pace. Others are planning trips and weekend getaways. I’ve…

One of the most amazing aspects of my trip to Israel was the way in which our small group—many of us complete strangers when the tour began—swiftly became a caring community. I was privileged to be part of it, and it was encouraging in a time when division and hate so often grab the headlines.  The above photo shows a member of our tour group on the Teaching…