Happy Ramadan and Shanah Tovah (Jewish New Year)






















Well, it is a month of festivities and fun here in Jerusalem. Since we live in the Old City we get to experience both Ramadan and the Jewish New Year. Every night we are startled by the "canon blast" which signals the end of the fast for that day. Its loud! Ramadan begins on the New Moon, which is why the muslim quarter is decorated with lit-up moons. The picture below--we have finally figured out the fine art of popping popcorn on a stove element (the one working element in our apartment is a bit tricky with the heat).