Observations about life in Israel from a Canadian immigrant's perspective.
Israel is a paradox. A tiny land on a large planet with incredible contrasts: from stark desert to snow-capped Mount Hermon; from secular Tel Aviv to observant B’nai Brak; from shepherding to software developing; and from tragedy to joy. We just had a mini-vacation in Crete where I also found interesting polarities. Israel is… Continue reading A Living Paradox
“Why is a Shabbat table behind glass?” My daughter looks at me in shock, confused. “How come Shabbat is a museum exhibit?’ my son asks. My kids are peering at a table adorned with a white tablecloth and two silver candlesticks. Two plastic braided challahs peek out from an embroidered cloth. We are visiting The… Continue reading Exhibit A: Jewish Florence
Life in Israel 