In an earlier column I talked about the differences between an \”almost\” and a \”beshert,\” and how I will always have a special place in my heart for that \”almost\” who helped me to find myself and the person that I\’m supposed to be with. What I realize now is that as time goes by, my \”almost,\” just like nearly every memory of old friendships, is starting to fade in importance.
As Shabbat ended on March 15, 150 teenagers, parents and senior citizens came to hear members of Vets for Freedom speak at YULA High School. As a 15-year-old freshman in high school, I wanted to attend to hear these soldiers\’ stories because I care about our country. I also wanted to hear their side of the war, and after the soldiers spoke, I saw the war in a new light.
Laptop use involves a lot of controversy, from students who believe they should be used to their maximum potential to those who don\’t want to see laptops at all.
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