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I Want To Be Shimon Peres When I Grow Up

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September 23, 2014

Who would have thought that the video that would go viral fastest during this season would be of former President of Israel, Shimon Peres, looking for a new job – at the age of ninety plus?

If you have not yet seen it, you simply must. “>http://www.thejewishweek.com/news/short-takes/hallelujah-leonard-cohen-high-holiday-liturgy)

You have to love Shimon Peres. You didn’t need this video to understand why he has been Israel’s most beloved leader – and not only because of his sheer longevity. He reminds us that what grows does not grow old. He reminds us of the Psalmist’s prayer: “Do not cast us off when we are old.”

The video ends with Peres’ inspiring quote: “You are as great as the cause you serve, and as young as your dreams.”

I want to be like Shimon Peres when I grow up.

Don’t you?

Shanah tovah. A good sweet year to you all.

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