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Dor Habonim Reserve on a Stormy Day
Dor Habonim Nature Reserve on a stormy morning off-season presernts beautiful vistas and forlorn, landscapes.
Bitronot Ruhama Reserve, Northern Negev Tranquility
Bitronot Ruhama is a unique nature reserve in Israel’s Negev, featuring spring wildflowers, desert trees, rolling hills among deep crevasses. It is located by Kibbutz Ruhama with its own interesting history and tourist attractions.
Knesset Protest and the Moment the Penny Dropped
At the Knesset protest of September 29th for freedom of demonstration, the penny dropped for me that Israel was no longer a democracy. Police brutallly attacked a perfectly legal banner and the beautiful youth protecting it.
Neve Ilan Protesting Media; Knesset Emergency Call
Neve Ilan protest was a rally against compromised, biased media. Then we were rushed to an emergency Knesset rally where our democracy had just died. The Knesset chairman overruled a majority decision to establish an independent investigation committee into the submarine affair, Bibi’s Case 3000.
Trojan Horse at Balfour & Subs at Democracy Square
Trojan horse and submarine dummies were exhibited in Democracy Square for the Balfour Demonstration following the Big Submarine March. The Revolution at its creative best. and an update: a beautiful statue of Israel Hero, the protester was erected in the square and confiscated by police in the wee hours of the night.
Or-Ly Barlev and the Alternative Media – Israel in Protests
Appendix to Big Submarine Protest post. Or-Ly Barlev and other alternative media outlets fill a reporting gap in the Israeli media scene, especially regarding the anti-Bibi protests. Here, as in other marches and demonstrations, she reports and records the proceedings, police misbehavior and gives voice to the protesters.
Bab el Wad and the Siege of Jerusalem
Bab el Wad, Sha’ar Hagai, is where the fiercest battles over Jerusalem were fought in 1948, as convoys tried to starving besieged city. Historical accounts and family stories are quoted.
Khan Sha’ar Hagai, Commemorating Jerusalem Convoys
Khan Sha’ar Hagai Heritage Center is an exquisite, creative memorial to the heroic convoys battling to open the blockade on Jerusalem in 48. The museum is located in a renovated old khan which served travelers to Jerusalem since the 19th century.
Hai-Bar Carmel – Israeli Conservation at its Best
Hai-Bar Carmel is a unique conservation and reintroduction center for endangered and extinct Israeli animal species: griffon vultures, fallow deer and more. Recommended for nature lovers and the entire family.
Dor Habonim Reserve on a Stormy Day
Dor Habonim Nature Reserve on a stormy morning off-season presernts beautiful vistas and forlorn, landscapes.
Bitronot Ruhama Reserve, Northern Negev Tranquility
Bitronot Ruhama is a unique nature reserve in Israel’s Negev, featuring spring wildflowers, desert trees, rolling hills among deep crevasses. It is located by Kibbutz Ruhama with its own interesting history and tourist attractions.
Bab el Wad and the Siege of Jerusalem
Bab el Wad, Sha’ar Hagai, is where the fiercest battles over Jerusalem were fought in 1948, as convoys tried to starving besieged city. Historical accounts and family stories are quoted.
Khan Sha’ar Hagai, Commemorating Jerusalem Convoys
Khan Sha’ar Hagai Heritage Center is an exquisite, creative memorial to the heroic convoys battling to open the blockade on Jerusalem in 48. The museum is located in a renovated old khan which served travelers to Jerusalem since the 19th century.
Hai-Bar Carmel – Israeli Conservation at its Best
Hai-Bar Carmel is a unique conservation and reintroduction center for endangered and extinct Israeli animal species: griffon vultures, fallow deer and more. Recommended for nature lovers and the entire family.
Dor Habonim Reserve on a Stormy Day
Dor Habonim Nature Reserve on a stormy morning off-season presernts beautiful vistas and forlorn, landscapes.
Bitronot Ruhama Reserve, Northern Negev Tranquility
Bitronot Ruhama is a unique nature reserve in Israel’s Negev, featuring spring wildflowers, desert trees, rolling hills among deep crevasses. It is located by Kibbutz Ruhama with its own interesting history and tourist attractions.
Goings-on
Dor Habonim Reserve on a Stormy Day
Dor Habonim Nature Reserve on a stormy morning off-season presernts beautiful vistas and forlorn, landscapes.
Bitronot Ruhama Reserve, Northern Negev Tranquility
Bitronot Ruhama is a unique nature reserve in Israel’s Negev, featuring spring wildflowers, desert trees, rolling hills among deep crevasses. It is located by Kibbutz Ruhama with its own interesting history and tourist attractions.
Knesset Protest and the Moment the Penny Dropped
At the Knesset protest of September 29th for freedom of demonstration, the penny dropped for me that Israel was no longer a democracy. Police brutallly attacked a perfectly legal banner and the beautiful youth protecting it.
Neve Ilan Protesting Media; Knesset Emergency Call
Neve Ilan protest was a rally against compromised, biased media. Then we were rushed to an emergency Knesset rally where our democracy had just died. The Knesset chairman overruled a majority decision to establish an independent investigation committee into the submarine affair, Bibi’s Case 3000.
Trojan Horse at Balfour & Subs at Democracy Square
Trojan horse and submarine dummies were exhibited in Democracy Square for the Balfour Demonstration following the Big Submarine March. The Revolution at its creative best. and an update: a beautiful statue of Israel Hero, the protester was erected in the square and confiscated by police in the wee hours of the night.
Or-Ly Barlev and the Alternative Media – Israel in Protests
Appendix to Big Submarine Protest post. Or-Ly Barlev and other alternative media outlets fill a reporting gap in the Israeli media scene, especially regarding the anti-Bibi protests. Here, as in other marches and demonstrations, she reports and records the proceedings, police misbehavior and gives voice to the protesters.
Mindroll
Crime Minister and Israel Rising – Protesting Netanyahu
Cross-country Submarine Flotilla and the Missing Media
The Big Subamrine March and Israel’s Politicized Police
Or-Ly Barlev and the Alternative Media
Trojan Horse at Balfour and Subs in Democracy Square
Neve Ilan protesting Media and a Knesset Emergency call
Knesset Protest and the Moment the Penny Dropped
Israel's Best
This section is “under construction”. Much much more is yet to come about my beloved country. Keep posted. Subscribe! Here is a link to Israel’s Best page.
Under the Oak Tree in Yanuh-Jat- Intro to the Druze
Under the blessed oak tree at Yanuh-Jat, we received an introduction to Druze history, culture and society, from its origins in Egypt to Israel
Khatib Olive Oil Press, Deir al Asad, Galilee
Khatib’s Olive Oil Press is a family business in Deir al Asad village, that has been operational for five generations straight. The modernized demonstrates the transformation from traditional to up to date equipment. The result is superb..
Eretz Gshur Olive Press, Visitor Center
A high-tech olive press in Kibbutz Gshur, Golan Heights was visited. High quality olives, of various strains, uniquely grown, are used to create superb high-end oils and other products. Highly recommended visitor center and shop.
Beit Guvrin National Park – Caves, Figs and Doves
Beit Guvrin National Park, a World Heritage Site, features an extraordinary array of ancient man-made caves, carved in white chalk, and used for various purposes, from family burials to raising doves and pressing oil.
Tel Dan Nature Reserve – Main Source of Jordan River
Tel Dan Nature reserve hosts the largest, most vigorous tributary of the Jordan River. Lush vegetation year-round, ancient grand trees, historical sites go back to Canaanite period. AND: fantastic fish restaurant/farm nearby.
Snir Stream Nature Reserve – Wading the Waters
Snir Stream Nature Reserve in Upper Galilee provides visitors with the fun and thrill of walking in the gushing water. Rich vegetation, kids wading pools, and great Druse pita as you wait in line.
Under the Oak Tree in Yanuh-Jat- Intro to the Druze
Under the blessed oak tree at Yanuh-Jat, we received an introduction to Druze history, culture and society, from its origins in Egypt to Israel
Khatib Olive Oil Press, Deir al Asad, Galilee
Khatib’s Olive Oil Press is a family business in Deir al Asad village, that has been operational for five generations straight. The modernized demonstrates the transformation from traditional to up to date equipment. The result is superb..
Eretz Gshur Olive Press, Visitor Center
A high-tech olive press in Kibbutz Gshur, Golan Heights was visited. High quality olives, of various strains, uniquely grown, are used to create superb high-end oils and other products. Highly recommended visitor center and shop.
Incredible India
This section is “under construction”. Much much more is yet to come about my trip to Incredible India. Keep posted. Subscribe! Here is a link to the Incredible India page.
Likir, Ladakh – Looking for “Baby”, Finding a Family
I arrived at Likir, Ladakh by chance, planning to go on the “Baby” trek, and had the best experience of my India trip. Homestaying with a wonderful family, eating in the field with the farmers after the harvest, peace, tranquility, beauty.
Udaipur on Rivers IV – Lake Pichola Boat Ride
Lake Pichola Boat Ride – wonderful opportunity to see the palaces on the islands and the shores. Magical sail. No need to pay for official tours.
Udaipur on Rivers II – Gods on Every Corner
Udaipur art, architecture and religious devotion are evident at every corner. From tiny statues on wall niches to huge elaborate temples artistic talent is evident everywhere.
Israeli Phenomenon in India Part 4 – The Spiritual Scene
The home-made Israeli spiritual scene in India ranges from the orthodox Beit Chabad to the innovative Beit Bina with the “Jewish Heart” in between. They all provide a warm home but with some strings attached, and a “protection” from the surrounding overwhelming “spiritual salad”.
The Israeli Phenomenon in India Part 5 – Music, Grass and the Spiritual Salad
Music, grass and the spiritual salad – the three occupations of Israelis in India outside of shopping… Western, Jewish and israeli involvement in Indian spiritual paths create interesting fusions that transform Israeli society, Judaism and India.
Saving the Planet One Cow Dung at a Time – Part 1
Cows are holy, but are women collecting cow dung doing sacred work, or dirtwork? First post on topic gives background on cows, “cow products” and recommends opening the mind. In Appendix you can witness a funny encounter regarding holy cows at the Israeli-Indian interphase.
Likir, Ladakh – Looking for “Baby”, Finding a Family
I arrived at Likir, Ladakh by chance, planning to go on the “Baby” trek, and had the best experience of my India trip. Homestaying with a wonderful family, eating in the field with the farmers after the harvest, peace, tranquility, beauty.
Udaipur on Rivers IV – Lake Pichola Boat Ride
Lake Pichola Boat Ride – wonderful opportunity to see the palaces on the islands and the shores. Magical sail. No need to pay for official tours.
Udaipur on Rivers II – Gods on Every Corner
Udaipur art, architecture and religious devotion are evident at every corner. From tiny statues on wall niches to huge elaborate temples artistic talent is evident everywhere.
More poetry is yet to come. Keep posted. Subscribe to the newsletter. Here is a link to the poetry page
The Pursuit of Happiness
Happiness pursues me
But she is not my match.
I will always beat her
In this game of catch.
Timely Considerations
Help!!!
Time is killing me
One minute at a time
And nobody comes to my aid.
All manuals fail,
Parents aren’t here to kiss it better
Letter to the Americas
Dear New Worlders,
We heard about your latest mass shooting ,
So we thought we’ll just mention, if we may,
that
Oh, we’ve seen it all already –
The Pursuit of Happiness
Happiness pursues me
But she is not my match.
I will always beat her
In this game of catch.
Timely Considerations
Help!!!
Time is killing me
One minute at a time
And nobody comes to my aid.
All manuals fail,
Parents aren’t here to kiss it better
Letter to the Americas
Dear New Worlders,
We heard about your latest mass shooting ,
So we thought we’ll just mention, if we may,
that
Oh, we’ve seen it all already –
The Pursuit of Happiness
Happiness pursues me
But she is not my match.
I will always beat her
In this game of catch.
Timely Considerations
Help!!!
Time is killing me
One minute at a time
And nobody comes to my aid.
All manuals fail,
Parents aren’t here to kiss it better
Letter to the Americas
Dear New Worlders,
We heard about your latest mass shooting ,
So we thought we’ll just mention, if we may,
that
Oh, we’ve seen it all already –
Galleries
Since a big part of this website is dedicated to world traveling, this collection of photo galleries is focused on the beauty, variety and creativity of the Land of Israel. An emphasis on the desert will soon be balanced with more pictures from the North and Center.