Observations about life in Israel from a Canadian immigrant's perspective.
I’m just trying to get back to earth after experiencing an incredible Pesach. The day to day life is so ‘normal’ and strange after our wildly busy but fulfilling Pesach vacation. It all started with the regular pre-Pesach preparations, but this time with a twist. We were spending our first Passover in our home in… Continue reading Pesach In Tzfat
I’m just trying to get back to earth after experiencing an incredible Pesach in Tzfat. Our day-to-day life seems so ‘normal’ and strange after our wildly busy but fulfilling Pesach vacation. It all started with the regular pre-Pesach preparations, but this time with a twist. We were spending our first Passover in our home in… Continue reading Preparing for Pesach Tzfati-style
Purim has come and gone. It budded just after Tu B’Shvat in February with the appearance of costumes and candy, then sent out tendrils that quickly gathered momentum, smothering everything in site. Candy baskets spilled from stores out onto the streets, children started celebrating in school, all day, every day. And Purim was still one… Continue reading Purim has come and gone.
Even though this was written during Pesach, 2007, the trails are still there, beckoning hikers. Chol HaMoed Pesach is a special time for all Israelis. The children are off school and most parents take time off work to be with their families and to tour this magnificent country. We headed to the Golan. After a… Continue reading Hiking the Golan and the Talmudic Town of Devorah
Just found this little piece from way back and had to post it. I know that we have arrived. Every so often I get a sign. Just last Shabbat, as we were walking home from shul, Shaya took my hand in his and announced, “Ima, after Shabbat, I want to write my name in the… Continue reading Small Signs of Having Arrived
“From the sublime to the caw blimey,” is that how it goes?We are in the car turning onto a highway. We stop at a red light. It is a beautiful evening. The sun is setting and the sky is a mix of purples and pinks. We are all in a thoughtful kind of mood. The… Continue reading Classic Israel Moments
The newest addition to my morning routine: walking the children to school and taking along the dog. This sounds like a wonderful, relaxing family outing and a healthy start to one’s day - especially when the weather is ideal. Crisp sunny mornings are a February specialty here in Israel.But first let me define the terms.… Continue reading Dog Walking – A Perilous Pursuit
Shana Tova from Israel. Celebrating the Jewish new year in Israel is a feast for the senses and the soul. For me it all begins with that pomegranate tree outside my kitchen window. By August, which is Elul, the fruit is already deep red and full, its 613 seeds ready to burst forth. And as… Continue reading Postcards from Israel – A Passion for Pomegranates
Special Delivery I like the word 'postcard' because it connotes a picture of a foreign place and always contains a personal message. I would like to send out my own personal postcards to give a glimpse of life, a small peek into the wonders of living in this country. A friend who was staying with… Continue reading Postcards from Israel – Special Delivery
Last week, around 6:00 a.m., yawning, I opened my shutters and was greeted by a deep blue sky. I thought of my bicycle and was instantly energized. After a cup of coffee, rushing around waking the kids, organizing school bags and lunches, I was finally able to take out my bike. Amir, always an eager… Continue reading Biking Israeli Style
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