It feels selfish to say how I feel, to let the world know that I am melting when the world is barely holding on. But...do you need to have a sense of self to be selfish? Is it selfish if I am losing track of me and all the parts I thought I was made … Continue reading Isolation
Category: Musings
I Am A Giver…That’s What I Am
I give…because I can…because I should…because I have to. I give…even though it hurts sometimes…and resentment builds…bitter. I give…even though I feel taken advantage of…stepped on…used. I give…even though it’s hard…draining…tolling. I give…even though I don’t always want to…because the recipient doesn’t like me…or understand me…or care to try. I give…because I am a giver…and … Continue reading I Am A Giver…That’s What I Am
Three Yellow Tractors
The hills are green this time of year, beautiful shades of green. Pale pink blossoms are exploding on the branches of the almond trees that dot the mountains. The grass is lush and full. There is mud from the wonderful rain that fell. The red poppies have just bloomed. You can see them from our … Continue reading Three Yellow Tractors
Why Beit Shemesh Might Mean Something to Me After All
The waiting room in Assuta Hospital in Rishon Litzion is small and by no means cozy. The chairs are set up in a way that maximizes the seating space while inconveniencing the actual sitting process. The TV is on, blaring from behind the seats, forcing people to turn their heads up and around, mostly in … Continue reading Why Beit Shemesh Might Mean Something to Me After All
Cha-Cha-Cha-Changes
Anyone remember my saga with my health? Here's a quick recap: I went to the doctor after months of weakness and fatigue. She ordered blood tests, they came back reeking of mono, and told me to rest up. (Ha!) She also sent me for x-rays of my face to find out why I've spent the … Continue reading Cha-Cha-Cha-Changes
Colloquially Speaking 