Tuesday, June 3, 2014
Shavuot Fever
Monday, June 2, 2014
About Edon
Just one more note about the Israel Concert until next year....
One of the featured performers was Edon Pinchot who was on America's Got Talent. I admit that I never watch the show, and since I'm not a teenage girl I was not aware of his existence until Sunday. When he performed it was as if he was the fifth Beatle. All the teenagers were screaming and videotaping with their iphones. He was a good entertainer and sang very well. The stage this year was cool because they played videos in the background when Edon as well as the others performed. He is also very humble.
A lot of people left the concert when I did. There was a herd of 13-14 year old girls walking behind me when I left. Suddenly one of the girls turned to her left and spotted Edon and his dad leaving the concert as well. They started screaming like he was Justin Bieber or whoever is the teen idol these days. Edon looked a bit overwhelmed as a few of the girls took photos with him with their cell phones. It was actually kind of cute to see. It seems fame has not gone to his head. I almost took a photo of the mayhem, but decided against it. Instead I included his Novocaine you tube video. Enjoy.
One of the featured performers was Edon Pinchot who was on America's Got Talent. I admit that I never watch the show, and since I'm not a teenage girl I was not aware of his existence until Sunday. When he performed it was as if he was the fifth Beatle. All the teenagers were screaming and videotaping with their iphones. He was a good entertainer and sang very well. The stage this year was cool because they played videos in the background when Edon as well as the others performed. He is also very humble.
A lot of people left the concert when I did. There was a herd of 13-14 year old girls walking behind me when I left. Suddenly one of the girls turned to her left and spotted Edon and his dad leaving the concert as well. They started screaming like he was Justin Bieber or whoever is the teen idol these days. Edon looked a bit overwhelmed as a few of the girls took photos with him with their cell phones. It was actually kind of cute to see. It seems fame has not gone to his head. I almost took a photo of the mayhem, but decided against it. Instead I included his Novocaine you tube video. Enjoy.
More notes on the Parade
Yesterday was a beautiful day for the parade. I will include some photos I snapped.
I got to the parade for the last forty-five minutes of the parade. I was there when they thanked the Jewish Community Council and the police department for all of their work for the parade. I never get there on time to see the beginning of the parade so the least I could do is see the end. Oh, and I went to the concert in Central Park afterward.
Sunday, June 1, 2014
Salute and Celebrate
The Salute to/ Celebrate Israel parade is today on Fifth Avenue in New York City. I plan on attending and supporting Israel. I have gone most years that I have been living in New York . They say that this is the fiftieth year for the parade. Pretty cool.
I used to go to the parade because its a very social venue. Lots of singles, lots of old friends. Now many friends have moved away or are married. It can be awkward seeing married friends. They wonder why I am not married yet have never suggested any prospects for me. I try not to let it get to me. I love watching all the people march in their support of Israel. Its also nice to see the mix of people in the crowd although it seems there are less who come to join than there used to be. Then again maybe there is the same amount as always but since I've become accustomed to the New York crowds it does not seem as crowded. No matter. I plan on joining the festivities today.
I used to go to the parade because its a very social venue. Lots of singles, lots of old friends. Now many friends have moved away or are married. It can be awkward seeing married friends. They wonder why I am not married yet have never suggested any prospects for me. I try not to let it get to me. I love watching all the people march in their support of Israel. Its also nice to see the mix of people in the crowd although it seems there are less who come to join than there used to be. Then again maybe there is the same amount as always but since I've become accustomed to the New York crowds it does not seem as crowded. No matter. I plan on joining the festivities today.
Flowereless
Thursday, May 29, 2014
The Lady in Number 6
I recently watched the documentary 'The Lady in Number 6' . It is a documentary about the life of Alice Herz-Sommer, an 109 year old holocaust survivor. She was a pianist and the fact that she was able to play piano is why she survived the holocaust. The documentary is a bit slow moving, but it is amazing to see the spirit of Alice Herz Sommer. She was such a positive person despite all the tragedy in her life.
Sommer's husband was killed in the war, but she and their son survived. He grew up to be a musician as well. He died at the age of 64 after a concert tour. He left a wife and two sons. Sommer was so grateful that her son did not have a long and painful illness. She stressed that she believed this with all of her heart. She was so thankful. It really gives a person perspective. What Sommer was really saying was that she was grateful that her son lived to the age of 64 and was not murdered in the holocaust. Indeed she was correct. Though her son did not live an especially long life , he was able to live a good life and give her much nachas. Hitler wanted her son to die as a child . Instead, b"h , he lived to be a successful musician a husband and a father. Her relationship with music made gave her life, her appreciation for what is important in life makes her someone to be admired.
Sommer's husband was killed in the war, but she and their son survived. He grew up to be a musician as well. He died at the age of 64 after a concert tour. He left a wife and two sons. Sommer was so grateful that her son did not have a long and painful illness. She stressed that she believed this with all of her heart. She was so thankful. It really gives a person perspective. What Sommer was really saying was that she was grateful that her son lived to the age of 64 and was not murdered in the holocaust. Indeed she was correct. Though her son did not live an especially long life , he was able to live a good life and give her much nachas. Hitler wanted her son to die as a child . Instead, b"h , he lived to be a successful musician a husband and a father. Her relationship with music made gave her life, her appreciation for what is important in life makes her someone to be admired.
Monday, May 26, 2014
Memorial Day
As a kid Memorial Day was just a fun day off of school. I didn't really think much about what it stood for. Now that the gulf war and 9/11 have happened I have more of a reverence for those who have served our country.
This week in New York was fleet week which is the week where navy boats dock by the intrepid and various other spots in NYC. I did not manage to get to the intrepid this Memorial Day, but I did go to Staten Island to view the USS Cole and the USS McFaul. It was quite interesting. Sailors gave tours of the boats. It gives you respect for anyone in the military . They go through so much to keep this country safe.
This week in New York was fleet week which is the week where navy boats dock by the intrepid and various other spots in NYC. I did not manage to get to the intrepid this Memorial Day, but I did go to Staten Island to view the USS Cole and the USS McFaul. It was quite interesting. Sailors gave tours of the boats. It gives you respect for anyone in the military . They go through so much to keep this country safe.
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