A glimmer of glitter is enough to turn our heads.
I too, am a sucker for shiny objects, inspirational headlines and big promises…
As a blogger, I am well aware of the power of a sensational headline. Sparkly, shocking or intriguing titles are a fast ticket “in”. Chances are high that the reader will be drawn in and read the post till its end.
Surprises, how I love surprises! Actually it is the gift of giving which I enjoy most. I am not quite as comfortable being at the receiving end of this equation…
This week I met a friend. We chatted and I asked if she had a chance to see the movie I shared on YouTube. As we were talking about my blog, she let me in on an amusing antidote. It seems that while she was abroad her husband opened my blog. He saw the headline and opening sentence: “In Aura's Wake – She is gone. Only her essence remains.” Assuming the worst, he quickly picked up the phone…
I had a good laugh and immediately declared that I had a topic for this week’s blog!
Later I returned home, reread the blog and, for the life of me, I could not recall exactly what I had in mind while writing the post. In retrospect, I should have chosen my words more carefully…
I spent the greater part of my youth as an active member of Habonim. Within the folds of the youth movement (Habonim) I built my identity. Forever after I shall harbor a soft spot for my “chevre” (my peeps, former members of Habonim).
This week I was also fortunate to host one of the “chevre”. It had been decades since we had last seen one another. Chock up another point for Facebook!
She was part of the inner circle: popular, sharp and wickedly witty. I felt myself to be off center and removed from the limelight. These days, however, I am not easily intimidated. With no hesitation I offered to host her and show her some of the beautiful sites of northern Israel. There was an immediate click between us. We spent the next few days embracing a rare friendship. The real magic was discovering the woman beyond center stage. I delightfully discovered her warmth and caring to be greater, simply far beyond her compact and sparkly packaging.
Sometimes the outer sparkle only hints at the abundant inner glow within…
What hides behind our attraction to shiny objects? Did you know that there is actually a scientific rational behind our lust for glitz? It appears that our obsession with shiny objects is rooted in our inherent need for drinking water: a rational reason for our insane infatuation.
From time to time, at a party or perhaps at work, we play telephone. As the message distances itself from source, often it becomes entangled and distorted beyond recognition. Frequently this can be the case within the vest online web of knowledge.
Inaccurate information may lurk behind dramatic disclosures. Be wary of half-truths and sticky cobwebed traps, especially when researching health issues. Let’s do our part not to share these muddled messages on social media.
Frosty Spring Salad
The Salad
2 c chopped raw cauliflower
2 c chopped mixed cherry tomatoes
1 c chopped rocket (arugula) leaves
½ c chopped strawberries
The Dressing
Lemon zest from one lemon
Juice from one lemon
1 t mustard
1 t honey
1 pinch of salt
1 grilled, peeled and seeded bell pepper
The Topping
1 handful of mixed seeds (pumpkin, sunflower)
Sliced strawberries
Cut fruit and vegetables.
Grill bell pepper until lightly charred. Place in bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Remove after five minutes: peel and clean. Add all of the salad dressing ingredients (including the bell pepper) and blend until smooth.
Toss salad with dressing.
Top with seeds and slices strawberries. Bon Appétit!
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Imagine you had a looking glass where for a very short window of time you could observe, live the final moment, day, year or years of your life. The picture that you see is clear. Startled, you clearly do not like what you see. A wave of sadness and fright paralyzes you.