Monthly Archives: June 2008

Slice of the Tzur Hadassah commute, minharot style.

Posted on June 30, 2008 by elie

Driving home to Tzur Hadassah through the minharot (tunnels) is not always peaches. On our way home today, passing Husan, Beitar and Wadi Fukin, we found soldiers everywhere, cracking down, probably on the hunt for someone specific from a tip-off. … Continue reading →

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A new reason for aliyah.

Posted on June 30, 2008 by elie

There are plenty of reasons to make aliyah, but I just heard the most amusing:

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The Israeli rabies experience.

Posted on June 26, 2008 by elie

Well, now I know what it’s like to wonder if you have rabies from a stray cat… in Israel. Last night, hanging out in the hood, a small kitten – probably two months old – ran into our friends’ house … Continue reading →

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Tonight's rally for the release of Gilad Shalit.

Posted on June 24, 2008 by elie

Amidst the cries for Olmert to quit, be embarrassed and work harder towards the release of the kidnapped soldiers, there was plenty of emotion to go round. Of course, the major focal point of sentiment came from Noam Shalit’s short … Continue reading →

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Waiting for Shalit.

Posted on June 24, 2008 by elie

Today is two years from the day that Gilad Shalit was kidnapped by Hamas on the Israeli border during non-war time. There will be a rally held outside the Prime Minister’s residence in Kikar Paris in Jerusalem, from 7-9pm. All … Continue reading →

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Katamon drama: Not just for new olim anymore.

Posted on June 23, 2008 by elie

I’ve come to respect homemade Israeli television. It’s creative, it’s bizarre, it’s actually pretty good sometimes. Hey, there’s a reason why Jews rule Hollywood, right? Here’s the latest from Yes, coming to a televisia near you: סרוגים (as in, kippa … Continue reading →

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A slice of weekend life 'round here.

Posted on June 22, 2008 by elie

It’s Sunday today, which really means it’s Monday – aka, the beginning of the work week – aka, I miss the weekend already. Here’s a slice of my weekend so we can all treasure it together and breathe through to … Continue reading →

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