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Depression sets in at 43 seconds
Judoka Arik Zeevi’s first-round loss at the London Olympics had a devastating effect on all of Israel.
Aida at Masada
It was a magnificent night at the opera even if the people behind me were more interested in their iPhone apps than with the classic story unfolding on stage. I had been invited to attend the Final Dress Rehearsal of …
Political puppy
We got a puppy last week. He’s probably the cutest little thing ever, but then I’m biased. Monty, as we’ve named him, kind of fell into our laps (not hard when you’re talking about a Maltese, tiny even when it’s …
Do you like Like?
Ah, that’s such a cute baby picture you’ve posted on Facebook. I’ll go ahead and “like” it. So, what’s her name? “Like.” Yes, I liked her on Facebook. But what are you calling her? “Like.” If it sounds like an …
A post-Independence Day chuckle
Every year, local comedian Benji Lovitt publishes a list of the top things he loves about Israel. This year, in honor of Israel’s birthday, he’s up to 63 reasons, an achievement in itself given that there’s little duplication between this …
At my most Zionist
In our daughter’s 12th grade class yesterday, on the cusp between Memorial and Independence Days, her teacher asked something along the lines of “what was the most Zionist, nationalist moment, for you personally.” Merav was unsure how to answer. Many …
Matza zombies heading to a screen near you
It’s a plotline tailor made for the next Israeli entry into the Oscars: IDF soldier holds down menial job and shirks responsibility wherever possible. When he meets the girl of his dreams, he is set upon by ruthless enemies and …