The symbolism behind the coins is clearly stated in the ornaments they feature.
This is Israel, so everyone is willing to share their interesting life stories with someone like me who is always interested.
Just as the world of nature in this spring season is coming into bloom, so does the Omer provide a framework for rebirth.
“Each day has a teaching and exercise to help ground the teaching and propel one along the path of transformation and growth. It is a very experiential book."
Counting the Omer is not about obsessing over not missing a night - it's about anticipating the festival of Shavuot.