Marcia Altman writes: "Ah Jerusalem. At the end of the Passover seder, we say next year in Jersualem -- they are always comforting and inspiring words. I know I am blessed to have lived during the time when the great city of Jerusalem was united. Upon finishing this block, I felt I had honored two talented needlewomen, my Mother, Ida Fay Hurwitch Garshick OBM and my Aunt Sadie Hurwitch Appel OBM. May this block remind you that the warmth of Jerusalem surrounds you."

About the Artist. "I am 39 and holding, comptroller of a U.S. subsidiary of an Italian manufacturer, active member of TBZ, enjoy visiting the elderly, meditating, and reading short stories, and am constantly involved in all types of needlework."