Tag Archives: Rosh Hashana

Shana Tova

Posted on October 2, 2016 by Shimona from the Palace

I had hoped to be able to post about my trip to England last month but it’s taking longer than expected to choose and edit the many photos and write about all that I managed to see and do in … Continue reading →

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(Not Quite) The Hostess With The Mostest (Yet)

Posted on October 2, 2014 by Shimona from the Palace

My regular readers have, no doubt, been asking themselves where I could have disappeared to. Yes, I know I shouldn’t end a sentence with a preposition, but it sounds less awkward than “have been asking themselves to where I could … Continue reading →

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A Good Year, A Good Life

Posted on September 16, 2012 by Shimona from the Palace

In a few short hours, Jews all over the world will be celebrating Rosh Hashana – the Jewish New Year.  Besides being a time for introspection and prayer, it is also a time when families get together for the festive … Continue reading →

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Count Your Blessings

Posted on September 28, 2011 by Shimona from the Palace

Israelis love to complain. We are always complaining about one thing or another, whether it’s the weather, the political/security situation, the current economic climate, the government, the neighbours, our work. The heatwave is unbearable, the rain makes everyone miserable, the … Continue reading →

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