This podcast episode discusses the nature of divine reward and punishment.

The writer reflects on their own lack of familiarity with "Where the Wild Things Are" from childhood, instead recalling Maurice Sendak's book "Pierre" about an insolent boy.

Amidst the context of war, the writer shares a personal story of losing his beloved fleece jacket, a symbol of his military service, and the ensuing events during his time in the reserves when conscription for the Gaza conflict loomed.