Observations about life in Israel from a Canadian immigrant's perspective.
Traveling abroad as an Israeli can be challenging these days. “Where are you from?” This is usually the first question we are asked. We have Canadian passports and come from Canada, but our true home is Israel. Do we say we’re from Israel? Or do we hide the truth? As violent attacks on Israelis and… Continue reading Anyone Want a Puppy?
“We want to get married.” “Mazal Tov! When?” “Three days after you get back from your trip. In your garden.” I could see Amir waving his hands frantically as if he were guiding a Boeing-747 down the runway. He himself was flying — and it was into panic mode. “I love garden weddings,” I replied calmly.… Continue reading The Circle of Life
It is eleven years to the day of my beautiful mother’s passing. There is so much I wanted to share with her but did not express. And there is so much in my present life that I wish she could share with me, but sadly she cannot. Over the years, I have looked for signs… Continue reading Empty Rocking Chair
Life in Israel 