Brief Update

Sorry for the lack of updates. I was in the middle of a big one, and had to go to a conference this weekend. In just 5 hours, I will be getting up to go all the way to Kibbutz Neot Smadar (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neot_Smadar). It is one of the only remaining socialist-leaning Kibbutzim in the country which incorporates Buddhist principles. You are not allowed to talk during meals. Should be an interesting adventure. I will update when I get back (Friday or Saturday). Until then...