February 9, 2009 is Tu B'Shevat, a "New Year for Trees." This is the season in which the earliest-blooming trees in the land of Israel emerge from their winter sleep and begin a new fruit-bearing cycle. There are few customs or observances related to this holiday. One custom is to eat a new fruit on this day. Dried fruits and nuts, especially figs, dates, raisins, carob, and almonds are quite popular. Some people plant trees and many children involve themselves in arbor projects. This is the perfect day to unabashedly go out and hug your favorite tree. Oh go ahead, I bet you'll get a hug back.
Peace to all,
Miss. S
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חג שמח!
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