Back in January we announced that our co-founder, Jim Hering, would be embarking on a journey unlike any he has been on before. His goal is ambitious: to ride for AIDS/LifeCycle, a 545-mile bike ride from San Francisco to Los Angeles, and raise $12,000 to provide life-saving treatment and services for individuals impacted by HIV/AIDS.
Acrylic glass—or Lucite, if you know it by its brand name—has an intriguing history. Once used by bombers and submarines in WWII, the material underwent a transformation from utilitarian to luxurious after the war when it was no longer necessary for use in combat. Acrylic glass became widely licensed, and designers from both the fashion and furniture sectors realized the potential for this chic and flexible material.
Everyone has a favorite travel location that they wish they could visit again and again. For HW Home President Ron Werner, this destination is Israel. And he has been fortunate enough to revisit his favorite slice of the world over two dozen times. In fact, he credits the man he has become in part to his work and experiences there. Today, he is sharing his favorite memories of traveling in Israel, what he loves about the country, and advice for first-time explorers who want to make the most of their time there.
