About to leave for the Prague airport...
See you all in Cincinnati!
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Sunday, July 22, 2012
Friday, July 20, 2012
Thursday, July 19, 2012
Tuesday, July 17, 2012
Welcome to Berlin!
Monday, July 16, 2012
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Thursday, July 12, 2012
A Day of Learning (Posted by Eddie and Yarden (the WAH champion of Israel!))
Shalom from Netanya ! This morning we visited a kibbutz called Ein shemer, it was very interesting to see the museum about the history of the kibbutz. We also visited the cows and got to pet them!!! Later, we ate lunch at givat haviva which is a special place for gathering both Israelis and Arabs. Then we visited an Arab village where we were toured around and shown the green line which separates palestine and Israel . Here we spoke to a Palestinian man who works in israel under a work visa- he told us about his daily life, traveling from place to place which made us all feel the passion that he possesses to his work and famiy. He described the differences in pay between Palestine and Israel (Israel pays about twice as much). He described that his devotion and efforts allow his family to live a somewhat stable life in controversial time. That concluded our fascinating day and we can't wait for tomorrow.
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Wednesday, July 11, 2012
Eden and Elise volunteered to recreate the Oslo Peace Accords
Tuesday, July 10, 2012
Shalom from Jerusalem and Netanya! (Posted by Jasmine and Jordan)
Shalom from Jerusalem and Netanya!
On our last day in Jerusalem, we woke up to a breakfast at the Ben Rabin Youth Guesthouse. Shortly after, our chaperones introduced us to the American Michael Levin, a hero who showed exceptional passion for the Israeli Defense Forces, and so much so that he made Aliyah to Israel in order to fight for the IDF. His documentary was greatly touching, and reminded all of us of the sacrifices made to preserve this country's statehood. After the movie, we boarded the bus, heading for The Mount Hertzl Memorial. There, many notable Prime Ministers of Israel, peace leaders, war heroes, generals, and soldiers (including Michael Levin) are buried here. Viewing Michael Levin's grave site connected all of us to the film in a deeply profound manner. In fact, many of the Israelis and Americans shed tears for a man whom we have never met; the sheer national pride and optimism Michael had reminded us to not fear our enemies, take risks for the things we love, and to smile while doing all of that. On this day of remembrance, we then participated in a guided audio tour of The Yad Vashem (a Holocaust museum). It was difficult to listen to some of the things the tour guide told us because of how the Jews became like "subhuman" creatures, as the guide called it. One important mission of the Museum was to strive towards in the opposite direction of the actions of the Nazis, individualizing each and every victim of this tragedy by keeping and updating an archive of their names, instead of generalizing the Jews as a population that did not deserve life. By showing us some of the names of the victims on a screen, a personal connection was made, and as a result, we gained a greater understanding of what six million deaths means. That number is more than just a figure; it is really a collection of people's tragic deaths, for example, Dorotka Goldstein. If one wants to envision what a million is, he first has to understand the concept of one. After our morning and lunch in Jerusalem, we drove to Netanya, where we will stay for the week. We met our host families, had an evening activity, got ice cream, then relaxed until 11:00.
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On our last day in Jerusalem, we woke up to a breakfast at the Ben Rabin Youth Guesthouse. Shortly after, our chaperones introduced us to the American Michael Levin, a hero who showed exceptional passion for the Israeli Defense Forces, and so much so that he made Aliyah to Israel in order to fight for the IDF. His documentary was greatly touching, and reminded all of us of the sacrifices made to preserve this country's statehood. After the movie, we boarded the bus, heading for The Mount Hertzl Memorial. There, many notable Prime Ministers of Israel, peace leaders, war heroes, generals, and soldiers (including Michael Levin) are buried here. Viewing Michael Levin's grave site connected all of us to the film in a deeply profound manner. In fact, many of the Israelis and Americans shed tears for a man whom we have never met; the sheer national pride and optimism Michael had reminded us to not fear our enemies, take risks for the things we love, and to smile while doing all of that. On this day of remembrance, we then participated in a guided audio tour of The Yad Vashem (a Holocaust museum). It was difficult to listen to some of the things the tour guide told us because of how the Jews became like "subhuman" creatures, as the guide called it. One important mission of the Museum was to strive towards in the opposite direction of the actions of the Nazis, individualizing each and every victim of this tragedy by keeping and updating an archive of their names, instead of generalizing the Jews as a population that did not deserve life. By showing us some of the names of the victims on a screen, a personal connection was made, and as a result, we gained a greater understanding of what six million deaths means. That number is more than just a figure; it is really a collection of people's tragic deaths, for example, Dorotka Goldstein. If one wants to envision what a million is, he first has to understand the concept of one. After our morning and lunch in Jerusalem, we drove to Netanya, where we will stay for the week. We met our host families, had an evening activity, got ice cream, then relaxed until 11:00.
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Thursday, July 5, 2012
Hello from the Beduins! (posted by Kal, Eddie and Carly)
Hello from the Beduins!
As soon as we arrived we could smell the camels. We hopped on them and took a 45 minute ride around the Negev. It was a roller coaster trying to get on them, and every time they stood up they made their camel roars! The experience was unforgettable as we rode the camels with our Israeli friends. After getting off the camels, we were given an explanation of the Beduin culture from a real Beduin. This involved some sweet tea, strong coffee, and the complex rules that go with them.We learned a lot, and afterwards were treated to an authentic Beduin dinner. Later, we slept in the Beduin tents on floor matts. We were awakened at 4 am this morning in order to climb up the mesadah before the sunrise. (Let's just say we looked pretty rough...) we got to the top just before the sun, and then we learned about the history of this beautiful palace.
From Kal, Edward, and Carly
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As soon as we arrived we could smell the camels. We hopped on them and took a 45 minute ride around the Negev. It was a roller coaster trying to get on them, and every time they stood up they made their camel roars! The experience was unforgettable as we rode the camels with our Israeli friends. After getting off the camels, we were given an explanation of the Beduin culture from a real Beduin. This involved some sweet tea, strong coffee, and the complex rules that go with them.We learned a lot, and afterwards were treated to an authentic Beduin dinner. Later, we slept in the Beduin tents on floor matts. We were awakened at 4 am this morning in order to climb up the mesadah before the sunrise. (Let's just say we looked pretty rough...) we got to the top just before the sun, and then we learned about the history of this beautiful palace.
From Kal, Edward, and Carly
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Asa and Sam reflect on their time in the Dead Sea
Greetings all from the calcium depository known as the dead sea. This inland lake truly lives up to it's name, crystal clear like the mediterranean , blue as the sky, and hot as a sauna. As you hop and skip to the "sea" (the beach is upward of 80-90 degrees Fahrenheit.) you hit the water and as you go deeper a weightless feeling prompts you to just lay back and relax. To make a note, cover any and all open cuts. The salt can make the wounds sting. All cons aside, the feeling of floating on the sea, is truly an amazing experience. If you travel to the Dead Sea, don't miss out on taking the opportunity too go out into the water. You won't regret it.
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Tuesday, July 3, 2012
Our first day meeting up with the Israelis in Haifa!!!
Sunday, July 1, 2012
Did you know there are zero traffic lights in the Golan Heights?!
More on the hike later to come!
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