Wow, just got back from a whirlwind weekend trip to DC for Beit Midrash with the Professional Leaders Program. You ever take a trip that is so fast, you feel like you were never there? That's what happened with this weekend. I have distinct memories of running through the airport in Philly to catch my flight, sharing a margerita pitcher at Guapo's in Tenleytown with good friends, and choosing from one of 300 beers at RFD (my new favorite DC bar). But I also know that I woke up in St. Louis Saturday morning and went to bed in St. Louis Sunday night. Was I really ever in DC? Weird.
That being said, being able to be at PLP was really great. We discussed issues surrounding the question of Jewish identity with a rabbi in Jerusalem via video conference, talked in small groups about the inherent inconsistencies in the writings of Maimonides and debated the selection criteria for Birthright Israel. Most important, we made connections that will help build MH STL, and got a chance to meet Eli from MH in DC. Since we will be in town a lot over the next few months for PLP, hopefully we can check out the House there sometime soon!
Other than that, things in St. Louis are rolling right along. Personally, I am most excited for the big pre-Hannukah blowout, a few Shabbats from now, featuring what I am told are the world's best latkes. Also, we have sandwiches from a kosher Subway in Kansas City on the way back here after Thanksgiving, so the eating won't end once Turkey Day is over!
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