LYDIA
So now you’ve seen our “archaeological site”. Is this work environment right for you?
AKIVA
The desert view on one side, and the air conditioning on the other side definitely suit me.
LYDIA
Don’t get excited, we’re closed during the week here, and on the weekends there are homebound shifts. Would your wife be ready for that?
AKIVA
For steady work and my wife’s salary, she’ll be ready.
LYDIA
Working at the institute involves dealing with the dead. And there are other surprises. Would you be ready for that?
AKIVA
Out of desperation over being unemployed, I almost started working for the Hevra Kadisha.