Why is There No Peace in the Middle East?

A few days ago I read a great article regarding peace (or lack thereof!) in the Middle East.  Have you ever wondered why, despite all the attempts, there has never been peace between Israel and the Palestinians?  This article nails it! Please read Why Hasn't there been Peace in the Middle East? by Susan Michael, …

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UNESCO Erases Jewish Ties to Western Wall

The UN is up to it's usual antics...working to delegitimize Israel.  A couple weeks ago, UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization) adopted a resolution to rename the most sacred Jewish site in Israel.  The resolution, though non-binding, changes the name of the Western Wall to its Muslim name, Al-Buraq Plaza. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu …

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A Milestone Reached…and Change is Coming!

Hi gang!  Today is a milestone, but it is also time for a change.  Let me explain... This post marks my 1,000th!  Hard to believe that what was launched with the simple intent of sharing pictures from Israel with friends back home has turned into a daily blog.  My love for the land and the people …

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Holocaust Martyrs and Heroes Remembrance Day

Not to be confused with International Holocaust Remembrance Day, which we commemorated in January, Holocaust Martyrs and Heroes Remembrance Day is observed as a national holiday today in Israel.  (In fact, it began at sundown yesterday.)  Known in Hebrew as Yom HaShoah, the solemn day memorializes the 6 million Jews murdered in the Holocaust.  Many …

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