Reviving the Blog

I am going to try once again to revive my blog. There should be plenty to write about. Whether anyone will be interested in reading is an open question.

There have been many changes in our lives since I last wrote. After nine years, I have left Beth Shalom Synagogue for a new congregation-- the United Jewish Congregation of Hong Kong. When we decide to move on, we do not fool around.

My last service at Beth Shalom was June 20th. The Beth Shalom Mishpacha threw a wonderful farewell oneg for us. We leave behind many dear friends. It was deeply gratifying that so many people came to share this milestone with us and to say good-bye. We cherish them all. If any of you are reading this-- I thank you once again for the privilege of being your Rabbi and for the home you made for us in Baton Rouge. You are coming with us within the treasury of the heart.

At present we are in the packing stage--not a lot of fun. By early August we should be in Hong Kong. I intend to keep writing as we explore our new home and as I settle in as the UJC’s new Rabbi. Expect posts about life in Hong Kong, as well as the usual random observations. I know that I will have two dedicated readers-- my father and Jessica R., who insists that my blogging is somehow a good thing.
All Blessings
Rabbi Z.