This week I began the journey of researching and writing about the Jewish women of Israel's First Aliyah, and I feel a stirring within me—a calling from my predecessorss—as I navigate my own struggles here as a Jewish woman after making Aliyah a-year-and-a-half ago. The "First Aliyah" includes the approximately 30,000 Jewish people who returned … Continue reading Israel’s First-Aliyah Women: A Jewish Journey of Faith and Resilience
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Purim Salvation
As a Jewish woman in Israel, especially now during the time of Purim, I work to strengthen my faith—remembering that G-d lovingly orchestrates all aspect of our lives. In a world that often feels random and chaotic, I anchor myself in the trust that Hashem is lovingly guiding every single moment of my existence. Though … Continue reading Purim Salvation
We don’t have to suffer alone.
I’m a Jewess, and I made Aliyah. As much as I choose to focus on the good, I also acknowledge that it’s really hard. Advocating for my children, and acclimating to this totally new life—it’s a deeply challenging and rewarding investment. We may feel confused, distracted, overwhelmed, or deeply sad. Maybe more irritable and tense, … Continue reading We don’t have to suffer alone.
She’s Here!
Here we are at the Kotel, my daughter and I.She just arrived last month and is in the process of making Aliyah.Nineteen months ago we (her parents and siblings) made Aliyah. But she wasn’t ready.Oct. 7 changed that.Slowly, we are all returning, as promised.I plan to go again soon to the Kotel, G-d willing. And … Continue reading She’s Here!
Mama Rachel, We are Finally Home
It was a last-minute decision to drive several hours south, making an early-morning pilgrimage to Kever Rachel In Bethlehem. I was in awe of the 15-foot cement walls protecting us outside. They were in stark contrast to the softness and beauty of those pouring out their hearts inside. At first I found a spot to … Continue reading Mama Rachel, We are Finally Home
Tree of Life & Forest Bathing
I love trees. They literally have the power to heal us. Today I wasn't feeling so great. So I took my laptop outside and worked at a table next to a tree. I leaned against it, felt its rough bark, noticed the shape of its leaves. I sat out there for hours, taking in the … Continue reading Tree of Life & Forest Bathing
Our Jewish Mission
When our plane landed in Eretz Yisrael five months ago, it was my first time ever being physically in this land. But it was a homecoming for my soul. My grandparents, Adeline and William, visited here a few decades ago. Each week I use the green-glass Shabbat candlesticks they bought in Jerusalem, along with the silver … Continue reading Our Jewish Mission
The Power of a Smile
Fake it till you make it. It’s now Adar on the Jewish calendar, which our sages say is a month inherently infused with increased joy. But each year at this time, I reflect on why I don’t necessarily feel a spike of simcha. Now that we have made Aliyah, evidence of Adar and the upcoming … Continue reading The Power of a Smile
Continuing My Mission in the Holy Land
I am so grateful to be growing my business from here in the Holy Land. Five months ago I made Aliyah with my family. It’s been a monumental adventure—setting up our home, getting our children in the right schools, learning Hebrew, and exploring this amazing land. During my 25 years as an independent Jewish journalist, … Continue reading Continuing My Mission in the Holy Land
Seek and Find Your Hidden Gifts
I went to Tel Aviv to take my final exam for Ulpan, and my family and I did a bit of exploring there. It’s a relatively big and modern city, much different from where we live here in the pastoral hills of the north. Six months ago today, my family and I made Aliyah. And … Continue reading Seek and Find Your Hidden Gifts
Mindy Morasha 