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"The resolutions passed here are not legally binding but they do reflect public world opinion," explained Ms. Hanson. "And it's the only forum in the world where so many countries do send representatives to discuss issues they feel are urgent." It was a fitting thought for the end of our guided tour. But it wasn't the end of our United Nations visit. Next day, after we enjoyed a walk on the plaza, where we admired the sculpture and the views of the river, we re- entered the United Nations headquarters. First we headed downstairs to the gift shop on the lower level. Here Hanna Shoukry from Alexandria, Egypt, who's worked in the shop for 20 years, showed us sterling silver Stars of David and told us about the Israeli-made crafts. Next we stopped at the United Nations Post Office, unique because the United Nations has its own postal administration, complete with specially designed stamps and stationery. Upstairs on the lobby level, we stopped to look at several of the special exhibits. One in particular, "No War Any- more," was a vivid rendering of the effects of war on children, complete with paintings about peace by youngsters. Nearby was another exhibit focusing on the 32 organiza- tions that work for economic and social programs around the world. We looked at other exhibits detailing U.N. efforts to promote peace and human rights. We saw paintings and sculptures, too, all with the theme of peace. This theme was on our minds as we were leaving the building. "With all these organizations and all this effort," said my mother, "why can't they stop the fighting in Bosnia?" There's no easy answer. A visit to the United Nations is inevitably a reminder of the gap between the ideal of peace and the reality of war and conflict. But it's also an inspiring site. With its detailed exhibits, with the priceless gifts from many nations, the paintings and sculpture depicting peace — and with its representatives from around the world trying to work together — the United Nations headquarters is a reminder to tourists that the hope for a more peaceful world does exit. ❑ (6 Blocks South of 13 Mile Road) NEW YEAR'S SAILING! U_J THE U.N. page 86 9AM-5:30PM (Eve. & Sat by apps only) 489-5888 Senior Adults Plan A Tour Of Israel New York — For those who have never been to Israel, it's the chance to fulfill the dream of a lifetime. For others, it's an opportunity to take another look, to see sights missed, to note changes or just to revisit a country about which they care deeply. It's an opportu- nity that Jewish adults over 55 can buy for themselves — or that their children may wish to give them. This tour of Israel, to take place Nov. 11-Dec. 1, is tailored to the needs of senior adults. It is being offered by Associated Camps, an agency of the UJA-Federation of Greater New York, which has specialized for more than 20 years in providing Jewish senior adults with safe, kosher, reasonably priced vacations. This tour is fully escorted from beginning to end. Par- ticipants in the New York area are picked up and returned to their homes; those from out of town are met and assisted at JFK Airport. The tour will be led by Allan Glazerman, director of the Block Vacation Center in the Poconos, who is well known for his sensitivity to the needs of older adults and his ability to assist them. The trip is paced so that participants do not get ex- hausted. The cost of the 21-day tour is $2,640, double occupancy (single supplement $550), which includes everything. For information, call Allan Glazerman or Sherry Perl- man, (212) 751-8550. ❑