Cruelty to birds?

Have you ever been puzzled by the phrase, "killing two birds with one stone?" I mean, have you ever seen amyone kill bird with stones?
I suppose it makes more sense than one version I heard someone use, "killing two birds with two stones." Now that's seriously inefficient.

But times change, and we as modern human beings have to be sensitive to birds rights and feelings. Plus, we've got to tailor our old sayings to something kids can relate to. That's why I've begun to use the expression, "killing two pigs with one bird." Now that's progressive!

Chinese food

I find it ironic, that's all.

The majority of Jews, particularly in our great city of Las Vegas feel little compulsion to keep Jewish traditions. How many Jews make kiddush on Friday night, or sit in the shade of a sukkah during that great holiday? These are 'traditions' the Jewish people have kept steadily for over 3000 years.
Yet Jews become very 'religious' when it comes to the 'Jewish tradition' of eating Chinese food on Xmas.
There's even an entertaining (if not somewhat offensive) YouTube music video about it.

Not judging, just pointing out the irony.

Yup, it really works

Just in case anyone was wondering...

Yes camp is fun.  Yes it creates lifelong memories.
But people talk about camp like it's the greatest thing since sliced pickles.  People talk about it creating lasting Jewish identity and involvement (just for the record, I prefer my pickles UNsliced, thank you very much).  DOES IT REALLY WORK?

Download this PDF with a comprehensive study of these amazing results.
Also, get more information from the Foundation for Jewish camp, here.

The golden rule & Boundaries

I think I may start using this in camp orientation.

When teaching Jewish values, Hillel's golden rule invariably comes up.  It's often misquoted as "Treat others as you would want to be treated."
This misunderstanding can lead to boundary issues, where people (particularly children, but really everyone) can rationalize taking advantage of someone else's kindness/ generosity.  Sometimes to the point of 'borrowing things without permission' because, "Hey, you need to be nice to me!"

This comic gives a bit of perspective on why Hillel's statement is actually "That which is hated by you, don't do to others."  A very different concept, meant to prevent abuse and promote acceptable boundaries.  Not the need to share everything.