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Amos reflects on his early childhood in British Mandate of Palestine (now Israel) with his mother Fania and father Arieh. His parents are Ashkenazi Jews who have immigrated from Europe to Jerusalem. Amos's mother finds life difficult because Jerusalem is a desert, because her family lives in Tel Aviv, and because communication with them is difficult. Amos, an only child, is particularly close to his mother, who frequently tells him stories based on her childhood that often have unhappy or violent endings.

Amos's parents regularly lend him out to a childless couple they are friends with. On one occasion this couple take him to visit a friend of theirs, a Palestinian Arab. They warn Amos to be quiet and not make much fuss lest he offend their hosts, but while playing with a swing he accidentally injures the Arab's little son. Terrified, Amos's father calls the injured boy's father and promises to pay all of the hospital fees.

On November 29, 1947, Amos' family and others from the neighbourhood gather around a radio in the street to hear the passing of United Nations General Assembly Resolution 181, which adopted a plan to partition Mandatory Palestine into independent Arab and Jewish states. Amos' parents are overwhelmed with joy. His father tells him how savagely his grandfather was treated by anti-Semites in Europe and how, now that the Jewish people have a country of their own, that anti-Semitism will disappear forever. Arieh tells Amos that while he may be bullied someday for being an intellectual, no one will ever mistreat him for being a Jew.

Soon afterward, civil war erupts between Arabs and Jews in Palestine. Amos' father enlists to fight in the war, while Amos and other children are recruited to gather bottles for 'cocktails' and bags for sand for the war effort. One of Fania's friends is killed by a Palestinian sniper while she is hanging up her family's laundry.

Although the war soon ends in defeat for the Arabs, Fania falls into major depression and becomes unable to sleep or eat. Amos and Arieh try their best to hide her depression from their friends and family. While taking anti-depressants, Fania abruptly becomes her former, more lively self and begins to act normally with her husband and son. During a meal at a restaurant, however, she relapses once more. Saying that he doesn't know how to help her, Arieh sends Fania to her sisters in Tel Aviv. Despite her sisters' efforts to lift her spirits, Fania commits suicide by a deliberate overdose in 1952. In voiceover, Amos expresses a belief that his mother felt so much pain that she had come to see death as a lover with whom she longed to unite herself.

Years later, Amos goes to live on a kibbutz, where he works to fulfill his mother's dream of making the desert bloom. During a visit from his father, a teenaged Amos shows off his new life but admits that despite his attempts at being a strong and healthy farmer, he is still a pale and weak intellectual.

According to Portman, she optioned the rights to the book over tea, while visiting with Oz and his wife. It took her eight years to write the script and find funding, during which time she insisted that the adaptation remain in Hebrew.[6]

It is the second film in which Portman speaks Hebrew. In order to play the role of Amos Oz's mother, an immigrant from what is now Ukraine, Portman made considerable efforts to remove all traces of an American accent from her Hebrew.[7]

But what does this entertaining scene do for the story? Is it fair for Jocelyn to demand such a thing from Will? Is it cruel to watch him suffer, on her behalf, and then ask him to win? I think not. This sequence of events convey a message difficult to hear in our take-what-I-want society but absolutely necessary to understand in order to love to the fullest.

Love is not about getting what you want, feeling good all the time, or doing whatever you want regardless of who gets hurt. Real love is putting another first. Real love is calling on our loved ones to act with love. Real love is willing the good of the beloved. Real love is dying to self.

About this series: The Will County forest preserves mean many things to many people, including Forest Preserve District staff. Some of us enjoy the peace and tranquility of a particular preserve, while others among us enjoy the bustling feel of some of our more well-traveled trails. For some, the work we've done in the preserves is meaningful and fulfilling. "Preserves We Love" allows Forest Preserve staff to expound on their favorite preserve and why it's special to them. In this edition, interpretive naturalist Heather Van Zyl tells us why she loves Raccoon Grove Nature Preserve.

At the height of spring wildflower season, I once found myself on hands and knees along the trail trying to identify all the different species in bloom, or close to bloom. I was so entranced that when I happened to glance at my watch, I was shocked to find that an hour and a half had passed before even making it to the bridge, just 500 feet in! I remember thinking how I wished more people visited Raccoon Grove with wide eyes and slow feet to share my experience, while simultaneously feeling grateful not to be caught crawling around exclaiming at all the flowers!

The Compass is full of District news and general interest nature stories, while Get Going highlights the must-do programs for the coming week. Flock and Feather is for all the birdwatchers out there.

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The sun sets in the distant horizon, painting the sky in shades of orange and red as yet another week of writing and ecommerce draws to an end. As the day comes to a close and I find myself longing to be on almost any Greek beach, I find myself reflecting on the tale of Cupid and Psyche.

The tale begins with Psyche, a mortal woman known for her incomparable beauty, who catches the eye of Cupid, the god of love. Cupid falls deeply in love with Psyche and takes her away to a secret place where they can be together. However, Cupid warns Psyche never to look upon him, as his true form must remain a secret.

Intrigued by her lover's mysterious ways, Psyche cannot resist the temptation to peek. She lights a candle and sees Cupid's face for the first time, but he awakens and flees, leaving Psyche alone and heartbroken. Thus begins Psyche's arduous journey to find Cupid once more. Spoiler alert, it does have a happy ending. Though I am far more used to Greek tragedies.

1. Beauty is not enough. Psyche was known for her great beauty, but it was her kindness and compassion that won Cupid's heart. In business, marketing, and networking, it's important to remember that appearance can only take you so far. Certainly, a business with all of the bells and whistles may seem great and fantastic but it's essential to have substance and to offer something valuable to others.
2. Trust is essential. Cupid told Psyche that she must never look upon him, but her curiosity got the best of her, and she broke his trust. In business, trust is everything. Once it's lost, it's challenging to regain. Sometimes impossible.
3. Love knows no boundaries. Cupid was a god, and Psyche was a mortal, but their love for each other was powerful enough to overcome any obstacles. We should remember that people come from different backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. We should not let these differences hinder our ability to build relationships.
4. Patience is a virtue. Psyche had to endure many trials and tribulations before she was reunited with Cupid. Success often takes time and patience. We must be willing to put in the effort and wait for the right opportunities to present themselves.
5. Communication is key. When Psyche was in doubt, she turned to her sisters for advice, which ultimately led to her downfall. In business, it's crucial to seek advice and consult from trusted sources and communicate clearly with others to avoid misunderstandings.
6. Perseverance pays off. Despite facing a Herculean amount of challenges (pardon the pun), Psyche never gave up on her quest to be reunited with Cupid. In business and networking, we should always be persistent in pursuing our goals and building relationships.
7. The power of forgiveness. When Psyche finally reunited with Cupid, he forgave her for breaking his trust. Mistakes will happen, but forgiveness and understanding can go a long way in building strong relationships.
8. True love is selfless. In the end, Cupid and Psyche's love was selfless and pure. In business and networking, we should strive to put others' needs before our own and build relationships based on mutual trust and respect.

The tale of Cupid and Psyche is more than just a myth. It's a story that has transcended time and continues to inspire us with its messages of love, trust, and perseverance. As we all navigate the world of business, marketing, and networking, we should remember these lessons and strive to build authentic relationships that are built on a foundation of trust, kindness, and selflessness rather than basing it on purely looks and less authentic means.

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Long before Shakespeare created Romeo and Juliet, Portugal had its own real life romantic tragedy within the royal family in the shape of Pedro and Ins. Their love story has become legend and inspiration for poets and artists throughout the ages.

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