“Objects were made to be used; People were made to be loved; Our world takes a wrong turn when people are used and objects are loved” – Anonymous from a compilation sent by Daniel’s uncle George (translated from Spanish)
Published under ‘life’
A Tough Confession
Published under Introspection, Israel, Middle East, Mideast Negotiations, Palestine Jan 21, 2013I requested permission from a friend to reprint the message he sent me. It is so depressing yet so prevalent among most people across the world, the vast majority of whom are just fed up with the Israeli-Arab conflict, and with Israelis and Palestinians in particular. And what is important to note is that this [...]
“The art of leadership is saying no, not yes. It is very easy to say yes.” -Tony Blair
In 2013, American Jews will encounter the unique overlap of Hanukkah and Thanksgiving. All should take advantage of holiday combinations, like Cranberry Jelly Donuts or Turkey with a side of Latkes, this year because the next time these two holidays align is the year 79,811. Read the full analysis of the calendar sync up after the jump. Spotted [...]
“What we see depends mainly on what we look for.” -John Lubbock
These Capuchin monkeys refuse unequal pay for equal work, showing us that they are not just monkeying around. Spotted by Daniel Lubetzky, by Julianna Storch
“Be kind to unkind people—they probably need it the most.” – Unknown
Be at war with your vices, at peace with your neighbors, and let every New Year find you a better man. -Benjamin Franklin
“A cloudy day is no match for a sunny disposition.” ― William Arthur Ward
Daniel recently attended an event for the Humane Society, and he wanted to call attention to this upsetting video that they shared about the animal abuse occurring at puppy mills. By Julianna Storch