Today, we set out on a magnificent #summerofrich hike. Taking advantage of the stunning weather, immersing in the beauty of our surroundings and impressive rock formations, climbing some pretty wicked terrain, and exploring awe-inspiring caves. Some of the coolest we’ve ever seen. They even felt 30 degrees cooler than the actual temperature outside.
Rachel joined us for our special Canada Day adventure today, which was an added bonus, and on the way home from our hike, we made a pit stop at a local strawberry farm and market.
It’s hard to ignore the beauty and awe of this country we have always so proudly called home, surrounded by its vast landscapes, quiet lakes and our freedom, but trying to stay grounded in all the beauty and awe as a Jew in Canada at the moment feels harder and most difficult to ignore as hate and antisemitism rise high above our proudly waving Canadian flag.
I have always been proud to be Canadian, but our freedom feels fragile now as the rising intolerance is so widely accepted by our leaders.
But today, I choose to stand strong and proud. Unshaken as a Jewish Canadian citizen. Grateful through the brokenness, to keep showing up, and speaking out, for it’s moments like today, which remind us what is worth holding on to. Together, with our strength and resilience, we will rise again to a place where our proud maple leaf waves high above for everyone.
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