“Four feet on the ground, a head full of foliage, looking at the world through the heart” – Elizabeth Gilbert.
I sit on the train from Be’er Sheva to Tel-Aviv giggling; A sneaky and happy giggle. I look up and directly in front of me sits a religious man, black hat, beard, suit... the works; He is giggling too.
Its funny and so sweet the power that 3 lively little boys and one vivacious curly haired girl hold. The 4 of them are skipping through the train with huge grins, and laughter, saying “Yom tov” –“Good-day” to each passenger. Over.. and over again, in the cutest way possible. Their smiles are contagious in within a handful of seconds five strangers, myself included have joined in on an instantaneous and subtle giggle fest… just because... we can.
As I sit on the train smiling, I suddenly feel as if a heavy and well needed burst of crisp, fresh air has been blown into my lips and overcome my body with serenity. I feel… RELIEVED. Thank god! I am free to be... well... ME. Once again.
I will speak shortly of the past monthly, merely putting it in a few words. in no particular order: Adventurous, strengthening, weakening, beautiful, wearing, informative, enlightening, exhausting, demanding, creative, fun, yet lonely at times. The kids were amazing and so talented! The days were packed, long, and a lot was demanded of me. I put my best foot forward and gave it my all. I ended weary, drained, as well as hit with some stomach virus that can probably be compared to the black plague.. Fine not as harsh but combined with the last 28 days left me emotionally and physically BURNT out. Yet 20 minutes later here I sit, on this train, and, well... I’m giggling.
I was able to travel Israel and enjoy MANY stunning views, trails, caves, history, and snap some incredible photos. As with all journeys I feel like I have been left with experiences in fields I have never thought to encounter, and in a beautiful way become closer to my spirituality and no doubt have become a stronger individual because of it.
Cheers to the next two plus weeks I have left in my little apartment on the beach. Going to sleep peacefully. Time is flying!
I sit on the train from Be’er Sheva to Tel-Aviv giggling; A sneaky and happy giggle. I look up and directly in front of me sits a religious man, black hat, beard, suit... the works; He is giggling too.
Its funny and so sweet the power that 3 lively little boys and one vivacious curly haired girl hold. The 4 of them are skipping through the train with huge grins, and laughter, saying “Yom tov” –“Good-day” to each passenger. Over.. and over again, in the cutest way possible. Their smiles are contagious in within a handful of seconds five strangers, myself included have joined in on an instantaneous and subtle giggle fest… just because... we can.
As I sit on the train smiling, I suddenly feel as if a heavy and well needed burst of crisp, fresh air has been blown into my lips and overcome my body with serenity. I feel… RELIEVED. Thank god! I am free to be... well... ME. Once again.
I will speak shortly of the past monthly, merely putting it in a few words. in no particular order: Adventurous, strengthening, weakening, beautiful, wearing, informative, enlightening, exhausting, demanding, creative, fun, yet lonely at times. The kids were amazing and so talented! The days were packed, long, and a lot was demanded of me. I put my best foot forward and gave it my all. I ended weary, drained, as well as hit with some stomach virus that can probably be compared to the black plague.. Fine not as harsh but combined with the last 28 days left me emotionally and physically BURNT out. Yet 20 minutes later here I sit, on this train, and, well... I’m giggling.
I was able to travel Israel and enjoy MANY stunning views, trails, caves, history, and snap some incredible photos. As with all journeys I feel like I have been left with experiences in fields I have never thought to encounter, and in a beautiful way become closer to my spirituality and no doubt have become a stronger individual because of it.
Cheers to the next two plus weeks I have left in my little apartment on the beach. Going to sleep peacefully. Time is flying!
Layla Tov Olam Madhim. -Good Night Beautiful World
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