I want to begin by saying THANK YOU for your faithful prayers & support. EVERYTHING I do here is only by G-d's grace and I am so thankful for the prayers you send on my behalf and ultimately you bless G-d's people here in Israel! Teaching self-defense to women in Israel has been a deeply meaningful journey. Partnering with a local congregation, I had the privilege of leading a six week course called Women of Faith and Strength , combining Krav Maga training with a devotional

"Do no fear, I am with you, do not be dismayed, for I am your G-d." Isaiah 41:10 Good evening from Jerusalem! As Shabbat ends, I can hear the voices rising over Zion Square, right outside the window of the Airbnb I am staying at. Jerusalem is such a special place to be, no matter that the season is chilly, wet, and cold. There is always a tangible feeling of excitement and hope in the air, as many travelers from both near and far venture to this holiest of cities to seek an e

Mom & I enjoying Shakshuka - a delicious tomato based dish with eggs on top! Our feet are back on the ground in Israel and I can't believe that 3 weeks has already come and gone! Mom & I have had a few traumatic experiences this time around...beginning with an extremely unpleasant encounter on the train, to an irate bus driver who tried to put hands on us...to mom getting very sick & our subsequent introduction to the hospital system in Netanya and Jerusalem. Although even w