this is teaching?

I have been back from Prague for a few weeks now and I think I can now say that I have readjusted to America. As I had been warned this adjustment was much harder than my initial adjustment to Prague. It seems like a long time ago now, but I want to share one story from my journey home. My suitcase was about 10 kgs over the weight limit so I was forced to try to unpack some of the heavier items. I filled a backpack that I had not originally intended to carry on and shoved more stuff in my messenger bag. After two attempts I was able to cut it down by 8 kgs and the check in lady let the rest slide. Fast forward a bit, and I am putting my carry on bags through the metal detector. My backpack is stopped and they call me over. They can't identify a long metal object I have and neither can I. I notice it has 8 prongs sticking up and it is tallest in the center. I actually had to open my bag to realize that I had been stopped for carrying a MENORAH. That story has been actually been nominated for "Most Jewish Story Ever" so be sure to read current issues of Reform Judaism magazine to see if I win.

Since being home I've had a nice Christmas, an excellent trip to Concord, New Hampshire (the girlfriend's home) and a fun New Year's back in the city. At the moment I am subbing in a Gifted and Talented class. They are busy working on their Model UN presentations and I've taken this opportunity to blog. Oh, actually someone seems to have a question. I'll cut this short, but expect more once the spring semester begins next week.