In Search of Light- A Dispatch from Israel
As the days have become shorter and darker, and Hanukkah, the holiday of lights, is approaching, I decided to write some of my thoughts about what it has been like living in Israel through these difficult times and how I feel the need to seek out light and hope going forward. I’d like to thank […]
What do your dogs do when they hear the sirens?
I have a question for all of my Israeli friends who are dog owners: Do your dogs also immediately run to the safe room when they hear the sirens (even before you react to it)? Just curious… What a crazy reality we are living in… #Israel #Israeli #dogs #war #warinisrael
A Soldier’s Story
A short story about a brief encounter with a group of soldiers on their way to reserve duty in Israel, and how they touched my heart.
Coping With Grief
My apologies. It’s been quite a while since I’ve had the presence of mind to post on my blog. But now, slowly, my mind is returning to focus, and I am beginning to process my thoughts and emotions clearly enough to share them with you. On June 23, the 17 of the Hebrew month of […]
Thoughts and Reflections about Memorial Day
Today is Memorial Day in Israel, and being that we are a tiny country with a civilian army, it is something that hits close to home for everyone. It is always an extremely difficult day, but this year, it is far more challenging than usual due to the heinous attacks on Israel on Oct. 7, […]
Please, G-d, Bring an End to the War in Israel
Folks, I have to admit it. I’m having a really hard time keeping myself together. The war has brought me face-to-face with two emotions I have extreme difficulty dealing with- deep rage and overwhelming sadness. I’m doing my best to make sense of things, stay strong, and get through the day. Sometimes, I manage. And […]