By Mindy Rubenstein, M.A. Three years ago, my family and I made Aliyah from Florida. While the journey is full of blessings, there were and continue to be challenges and moments that test our strength. This week, my son began his army service, a milestone that reminded me as a Jewish mom just how deeply … Continue reading Women of Aliyah: A Journey of Support and Connection
Journal Entry - July 30 Time: 11:15 AM Morning Reflections: I woke at 5 AM today and took a walk to witness the sunrise. The sky was a mesmerizing red above the mountains, a moment of awe and love from G-d. Despite the beauty, there's an underlying tension about the news—something is going to start … Continue reading Morning Reflections of Strength Amidst Uncertainty
Photo by Dalia Rubenstein: Sunset over Zichron Yaakov, Israel July 29 Journal Entry I'm on 50 mg of Zoloft, and it's been 11 days now. This morning for the first time in a while, I felt like smiling. I spent time with Ariella. Our conversations are always deep and meaningful, and I truly enjoy them. … Continue reading Some personal thougths from a mom in Israel…
I am a Jew. My mother is a Jew. My grandmothers were Jews. My great grandmothers were Jews. They escaped the persecution of Europe. Until this month, I didn’t fully grasp what that meant—to be hated and hunted. I come from a line of Jewish women going back to Sarah, Rivka, Rachel and Leah. They … Continue reading I come from a long line of Jewish women…
My walk to work this morning in the #HolyLand… I rent office space in the center of town, and it’s a 10-minute walk from my house. Located in the lower Galilee, Kiryat Tiv’on was carved into the forest, preserving the natural beauty. It soothes my soul. I love getting to know this special land and … Continue reading The Land and Her People
Recently I shared that I started a new position as a writer with Israel365. While we are an Orthodox Jewish organization, many of our supporters are Christian. It’s a unique niche that fits perfectly with my background. I’ve been working as a religion journalist and writer since I finished grad school in 2001, and seven months … Continue reading Working in Israel…
G-d leaves me little love notes. I find them throughout the day, because I look for them. Subtle hugs and gestures that remind me I’m not alone down here. Someday my soul will leave this world and return home. But for now, my heart keeps beating and my body continues to function—connected to its unseen … Continue reading Love Notes
We visited Marat Eliyahu, the cave of Eliyahu HaNavi (Elijah the prophet). It was fun exploring Haifa with our teens while the younger two kids were at school. The opening of the cave, carved into the side of Mount Carmel, faces the sea. That’s where we are standing in this photo. Shabbat Shalom, from the … Continue reading Cave of Elijah the Prophet
Here I am, with my daughters at the Western Wall. It’s the only place on earth I feel truly at peace, my face pressed against the cool, ancient stone. I pray for my family and friends. I pray for those who asked me to. For their sons, daughters, spouses. For health, for love, for good … Continue reading Connecting at the Kotel
Yesterday we went on a Chanukah hike and picnic in the woods behind our house. At this spot, we were high enough to see the moshav and kibbutz nearby. Putting my bare feet in the dirt and grass, sitting on the ground, feeling the warm sun on my face, and watching my kids run free … Continue reading The Eyes of G-d Are Always Upon It
Mindy Morasha 