Yehuda’s Blog

The impact crater left behind when LeBron James dropped LeBomb on Cleveland is a prime example of the immense amount of influence one person can wield.  This one man’s decision to switch zip codes makes a tremendous impact on the citizens of two entire cities and regions.  That’s a whole lot of responsibility.  I respect LeBron James and admire his gifts and talent.  No one can argue with his draw and appeal.  He’s a consummate athlete who plays with heart and passion and he’s fun to watch.

Every four years, people of all shapes and sizes, ethnicities and countries, gather around stadiums, watering holes, and television sets, to witness what many believe is the world’s most exciting sporting event, the FIFA world cup.  This occasion unifies countries, evokes patriotism and makes kids out of adults of all ages --a truly international experience that captivates hundreds of millions of people.  This year, as always, we’ve seen thrills, spills, upsets, heroes, goats and football idols cementing their role in history.  But the power of

At first I resisted commenting on the oil spill in the Gulf.  What more could I add to what has already been said. But then I realized that as disturbing as it is, this disaster provides us with an opportunity for something good, perhaps even a turning point that invokes sustainable change in our lives and for the environment.