Wayne and I are very morning people. Just as soon as the sun peeks its shining face along the horizon, we are up and yes, cheerful. Very cheerful. It is unusual for two people in the bond of marriage to BOTH love morning… to both be cheerful in the early hours… That has been a…
Tag: Jerusalem
On the Cusp of Eternity
We have spent the last couple of days purchasing furniture and in general getting settled. It has been wild and woolly. But the good news is that we have made great progress. The process will continue for a few more weeks. I guess because we came from hot, hot Texas the weather here has been…
I am Dreaming About Eating…
Vendors line the Old City walls just inside the gates of Jerusalem. I am dreaming about eating one of these soon… begalah… fresh bread with sesame seeds on top. You dip them in hyssop. Tasty. Amazing. Satisfying. Is your mouth watering yet? How about now? Now?
Vertigo
I took this photo in Jerusalem on our visit last spring. It is the best word that describes my life right now. Along with packing for Israel, we are renting our house for one year to dear friends. So… we have been preparing a clean and welcome living space for our renters as well. This…
Things to Take to Zion…
Suitcases, trash bags, clothes, and bubble wrap everywhere… We are packing and storing and packing and squeezing… how will we ever fit all the important essentials to begin our new life in Israel into six suitcases? I have pulled and pushed, added and deleted… and deleted some more… and added again… And I still have…
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
Outing…
We took a little drive today outside of Jerusalem–Beit Shemesh–to a kibbutz with a winery and restaurant. They also have a country store, comprised of spices, dried fruit and nuts, teas, grains, etc., some of which they grow on their land. Unfortunately, I couldn’t buy anything because we are loaded to the max and still…
Bonnie Saul Wilks 