Hebrew words are so fascinating! Today I want to write about the Hebrew word for “compassion.” As a pastor’s wife, mother, missionary, and humanitarian aid worker, compassion is a necessary tool to my trade. It is in fact essential. It would be impossible for me to reach out to others without a good dose….
Author: Bonnie
Gotta Love Russian Dills
If you haven’t tasted Russian or Ukrainian dill pickles, then you are in for a treat. They are the best I have ever eaten; and here in ex-Soviet country, they are so popular they are practically a food group–about as popular as chocolate. In fact, when the pickles are gone, families fight over who gets…
Odessa, Ukraine!
“Booliltsya Deribosivskya” This is the main walking boulevard in Odessa, Ukraine. More than a decade ago, we lived just off this main street in the downtown area. My, my, how it has changed! There are so many modern restaurants, shops, and stores now. It is really hard to believe. Many beautiful, old buildings are being…
haiku: relativity
relativity is gray and lacks the sharpness of life black and white
Jerusalem Streets in Early Spring
The poppies are gorgeous in Jerusalem now. Yesterday was such a great day for us–very relaxing. We took time to walk through the Germany Colony, take photos, explore shops and restaurants, and sit in an Internet cafe for a few hours. Wayne had a frappacino and I had a fresh carrot, apple, and ginger juice….
Old City Jaunt
On the second day of spring, the weather did not disappoint in Jerusalem. Bright and sunny… warm and with a refreshing breeze every now and then… It was the perfect day for an Old City jaunt. We settled into our hotel and headed out for the Jaffa Gate. Just inside the archway is a bagela…
Sir Winston
Before the sun disappeared below the horizon of the Holy City and Shabbat officially began, we had a very interesting experience. We were invited to have coffee with an Arab family that lives just outside of Jerusalem. The husband is a one of the few Arab judges in Israel. The Arab culture is extremely hospitable,…
haiku: sabbath
sabbath peace settles flecks of gold, copper, and light pierce the dark of night
Bonnie Saul Wilks 