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IF NOT NOW, WHEN? Saying Yes to a Once-in-a-Lifetime Adventure in Israel
Israel has always been on my list of places to visit, but it never seemed like the right time. About six months ago, I was at a seminar and one of the attendees, a retired judge, mentioned that he and a local attorney, both of whom had been to Israel in the past, were putting together a group of lawyers and judges to travel to Israel. My immediate thought was: “If not now, when?” Although I have done a fair amount of traveling, I had never been on an organized tour, and I wasn’t sure I would like having a rigid schedule. Except for one other person, I didn’t know any of the people going. Still, I thought this was an adventure I probably shouldn’t pass up.
trip. The people were interesting and fun, each bringing something unique. Our tour guide was amazing, with boundless knowledge and passion for his country. But what really set this trip apart were the speakers and events that had been arranged for us. Starting in Tel Aviv, we got a private lecture from Jonathan Spyer, a British-Israeli journalist focusing on Middle Eastern affairs. We visited the Ayalon Institute, a secret bullet factory, now a museum and historical site, located in a tunnel below a kibbutz laundry. We explored the ancient port city of Jaffa. We were fortunate to visit an air force base where we met a special unit for soldiers with disabilities. In Israel, everyone (male and female) goes into the military at age 18. The typical question young people ask one another is “What will you do in the military?” Before this program, young people with special needs were left out, but now there is a place for them. They stood proudly as they shared how they contribute to the armed forces of their country. It was sobering to see the Atlit Detainee Camp Museum, where we saw how Jewish immigrants seeking refuge in Palestine in the 1930s and 1940s were detained after surviving the Holocaust. Also eye-opening was visiting Kibbutz Erez next to Gaza, where missiles are often launched into Israel. In fact, one day after returning to the U.S., we learned that some 350 missiles were fired from Gaza. About 30 of those landed near the kibbutz. It’s hard to imagine raising children in such an environment. A Jeep tour along the Syrian border with Ilan Shulman, a former Israel Defense Forces paratrooper and intelligence officer, was a
highlight of the trip. Passing signs that read “Danger —Mines!”was a little nerve-wracking, but we could not have been in better hands. We spent a number of days in Jerusalem, a magnificent city that combines the ancient and the modern. In addition to the archaeological ruins, we explored the Old City and the different quarters. The Western Wall, with its underground tunnels, was a highlight. Before leaving Jerusalem, we toured the Supreme Court of Israel and the Knesset (Israel’s legislative branch), followed by Yad Vashem (Israel’s Holocaust museum and memorial) and Machane Yehuda Market, where we could feel the influence of Morocco, Yemen, Iraq, Ethiopia, and other countries’ cultures. No trip to Israel would be complete without a dip in the Dead Sea—and, yes, you really do float! This was followed by taking a cable car to the top of Masada, the site of the Great Revolt almost 2,000 years ago, which became synonymous with Israel’s quest for freedom and independence. Israel is an incredibly diverse country both culturally and geographically. In an area of land about the size of New Jersey, you can experience beaches, mountains, and deserts. I hope to return someday and experience even more of this magical place.
So, on Halloween, I found myself boarding a plane to Israel for the 10-day trip of a lifetime.
I can say that the things I was most concerned about turned out to be the best parts of the
–Wendy Bornstein
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There’s No Expiration Date on Entrepreneurship THE JOYS OF STARTING A BUSINESS AFTER YOU ‘RETIRE’
As a nation, America is getting older. By 2030, 20% of Americans will be 65 or older. With people living longer than ever before and the baby boomers approaching retirement age en masse, older adults will continue to have a massive impact on the American economy at large. Normally, we think of seniors as people who cash in on the hard work they’ve already accomplished. Many young people even worry Social Security will be wiped out by the time they reach retirement age. But who’s to say older adults can’t contribute to the economy? If you’ve ever tried to change jobs late in your career or pick up some part-time work after retirement, you know it’s hard to be hired as a senior. Quartz recently called seniors “the economy’s most underused natural resource.” Until more employers understand the value and potential of older workers, entrepreneurship remains the most viable avenue for seniors wanting to work after their primary career has ended. There are a number of reasons why seniors find creating their own business to be rewarding and why they tend to succeed when they do. Unlike younger people, who often become business owners in an attempt to make a fortune, older entrepreneurs can be content with small, sustainable micro-businesses. They also approach their businesses with a wealth of experience that can’t be purchased. As a result, 70% of ventures founded by older entrepreneurs are still open five years later, more than double the rate of the general population.
With so much potential to be found in senior-run businesses, it’s no surprise that organizations are rushing to empower older adults with the tools they need to succeed. Senior Planet, a coworking space for seniors with outposts nationwide, teaches classes on skills like website creation in a space that makes older learners feel welcome and comfortable. On top of being an important economic driver, entrepreneurship can be a wonderful way for seniors to generate meaning and value in their lives. It’s never too late to start the business of your dreams.
Royal Rinks CURLING ATHLETES EVERY FAN SHOULD KNOW Every four years, as some of the world’s best Olympic athletes battle for gold medals, the world falls in love with curling. Curling originated in 16th-century Scotland and is most popular in Canada, where many Scots immigrated. Now, 480 years after the first recorded instance of curling occurred on a frozen pond in Scotland, many devotees have left their mark on the sport’s history. These are just a few of the greats. Harvey Mazinke Curling Team In 1973, Canada held its collective breath as the Harvey Mazinke Curling Team took their final shot in a world championship match against Sweden. The rock ultimately failed to reach the rings, crowning Sweden as world champions and snapping the 10-0 record Harvey Mazinke had built during a week of competition. But regardless of that final score, Harvey Mazinke’s impact on the sport was not diminished. The team was crowned the Canadian Men’s Curling Champions in 1973, and the Saskatchewan Sports Hall of Fame recognizes them as “ambassadors to the game.”
Roy Thiessen Choosing only one devoted coach to highlight is difficult, but it must be Roy Thiessen. Roy coached championship teams —or rinks, as they are called in curling— at both provincial and national levels. His expertise led him to chair the first Saskatchewan Summer Games in 1972, theWorld Junior Men’s Curling Championships in 1979, and theWorld Ladies’Curling Championships in 1983. Budding athletes can learn all of Roy’s secrets and the fundamentals of curling in the numerous books he wrote.
Joyce McKee Curling Team Without Joyce McKee, Sylvia Fedoruk, Donna Belding, and Muriel Coben, the Canadian Ladies Curling Association Championship, now called the Scotties Tournament of Hearts, would have never become the nationally recognized organization it is today. The aforementioned women were part of the Joyce McKee rink and were the first winners of the championship in 1960. Their style, play, and knowledge propelled women’s curling into the leagues of men’s competitions, proving that women could compete at just as high of a level as their male peers. To this day, the Joyce McKee rink’s accuracy is unparalleled. If you can’t wait another two years before curling hits center stage at the Winter Olympics, check out the podcast “Curling Legends” to get your fix of curling greatness.
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TAKE A BREAK
We all know reindeer visit our rooftops every Christmas Eve, but what brings them there? Follow the unique and complicated history of Santa’s reindeer to find out. A visit fromwho on what night? In the 1820s, Clement Clarke Moore penned a holiday poem that became the foundation for a phenomenon still alive today. Commonly known as “‘Twas the Night Before Christmas,”“A Visit From St. Nicholas” is a beloved story shared by every generation. It is in this poem that reindeer were first credited with powering Santa’s sleigh around the globe. Many popular songs, movies, and plays have preserved Moore’s vision of St. Nick, and his reindeer and their names are no exception. (Well, kind of.) Rudolph wouldn’t join the squad until a department store added him as part of their promotions in the 1930s. What’s in a name? Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, and Cupid were all brought to life by Moore, but have you ever heard of Dunder and Blixem? Though we now know the duo as Donner and Blitzen, Moore originally named them Dunder and Blixem— the Dutch words for thunder and lightning — but publishing companies wanted names that would rhyme better with the rest of the poem. Still, it was a few decades before Donner and Blitzen made their appearances in the version of the poem we know today. Reindeer burgers, anyone? Moore’s poem paved the way for Santa’s most famous form of transportation, but it was actually Carl Lomen, an Alaskan businessman, who mass-marketed reindeer as Santa’s companions. In the late 1890s, the Sami natives of Northern Europe, who were longtime reindeer herders, made their passage from Norway to the U.S. with a herd of reindeer to invigorate the Alaskan landscape and help their native neighbors. Lomen saw the reindeer as an opportunity and partnered with the Macy’s department store company to create a promotional Christmas parade in which Santa, led by his reindeer, a sleigh, and Sami herders, were prominently featured. Lomen’s goal was to promote his massive reindeer conglomerate for the production and sale of reindeer meat. Instead, a holiday story was born. WHAT ABOUT DUNDER AND BLIXEM? The Strange History of Santa’s Reindeer
CLASSIC ROAST CHICKEN
Inspired by Ina Garten
Ingredients
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1 chicken, approx. 5–6 lbs
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1 head garlic, cut in half crosswise
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Kosher salt
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2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
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Freshly ground pepper
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1 large yellow onion, thickly sliced 4 carrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
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1 large bunch fresh thyme, 20 sprigs removed
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1 lemon, halved
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Olive oil
Directions
1. Heat oven to 425 F. 2. Rinse chicken inside and out, removing giblets if included. Move to a work surface, pat dry, and liberally season with salt and pepper. Stuff cavity with thyme bunch, lemon halves, and garlic head. Brush outside with butter, and then season again. Tie chicken legs together with kitchen string. 3. Meanwhile, in a roasting pan, toss onions and carrots in olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and 20 sprigs of thyme. 4. Place the chicken on the vegetables and roast for 1 1/2 hours. 5. Remove from oven, and let stand for 20 minutes covered with foil. 6. Slice and serve with the vegetables.
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INSIDE THIS ISSUE
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Wendy Shares Her Trip to Israel
The Power of Senior Entrepreneurship Get to Know Some of Curling’s Best Athletes
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Classic Roast Chicken How Santa Claus Became Powered by Reindeer
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Glamping at Its Finest
YURT SWEET YURT GLAMPING IN BEAUTIFUL LOCATIONS
Spruce Hole Yurt, Colorado
The allure of the great outdoors calls to many, but pitching a tent and cooking over a fire isn’t for everyone. If that describes you, consider the yurt: a small, permanent structure often outfitted with electricity, plumbing, and other modern amenities. Expertly nestled in remote locations, they provide comforts of home in the midst of nature. Here are just a few around the United States available for rent. For those new to the glamping scene, this is a great choice for an easy transition. With picturesque views of the Pacific Ocean, the Treebones Resort in Big Sur has an array of spaciously comfortable yurts to choose from. The resort has heated pools, a cozy lodge, and even a sushi bar. About an hour up the coastline, you can find a few shops, restaurants, and art galleries if you decide you’ve gotten your dose of nature for the day. Treebones Resort, California
Nestled in the San Juan Mountains about 10 miles north of New Mexico, this yurt is a snow- lover’s paradise. Skiing, snowshoeing, and hiking trails are plentiful in this backcountry location. At the end of a chilly day, come home to comfy beds, cooking supplies, and decor made to feel like you’re camping — but with sturdy walls to keep out the cold. For the glampers who truly want to get away, hike just under 1 mile into the woods of the Adirondack Mountains to discover rustic yurts beckoning you to cook over a fire or bundle up with a book. At night, the yurt’s domed skylight offers excellent stargazing. For those keen on winter activities, skiing and snowshoeing trails start right outside the front door. In the summer, enjoy hiking, fishing, and swimming. Falls Brook Yurts, NewYork
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