Alone in Jerusalem

“Ok, I’ve got my purse, my sandwich and water bottle, my phone, my key, my Rav-Kav (bus pass).  I think I’m all set.”  I take a deep breath and head for the door of my tiny Jerusalem apartment.  Bright sun, blue sky— it’s a beautiful November day.  My husband left in the dark early this … Continue reading Alone in Jerusalem

They say a trip to the Holy Land is life-changing…

Two years ago today I landed in Israel for the first time. I went reluctantly. A trip to the Holy Land was PJ’s dream. I was nervous. For me, it was like strapping into a scary roller coaster — clenching my fists, closing my eyes, holding my breath, and willing it to be over as … Continue reading They say a trip to the Holy Land is life-changing…

A Lamp to My Feet

A couple of months ago I was staying alone in a foreign country. I had to walk through the city after dark to meet friends. It was only a twenty minute walk, and it was relatively early in the evening...but it was dark. So I was a bit nervous as I set out on that … Continue reading A Lamp to My Feet