Why hello there, my dear friends and family around the globe! I've decided, once again, to blog. No promises, but this time I really plan on (hope to?) stick with it and blog once a week. So in the spirit of starting things off enthusiastically, I am up at 5am to write my first post! Okay, so I didn't exactly get up with this purpose in mind, but as long as I'm awake with no sleep in sight I might as well get things started.
I got to Jerusalem yesterday afternoon after a fairly painless day of travel. It struck me as I walked out of the airport that each time I return to Israel feels a little less strange, a little less like a new place, and a little more like "Oh yeah. Israel." This is a nice feeling. After an easy taxi ride from the airport we arrived at our (wonderful) apartment - pictures soon. There is a ton of construction on our street (and pretty much everywhere in Jerusalem) because they're putting in a train. Everyone is complaining about it, and I'm sure I will get sick of the noise, but the environmentalist in me is psyched about the prospects of a train. I unpacked almost immediately and am so excited that this time I don't have to leave any time soon - I am eager and pumped to really settle in and start building a life here.
Last night we went to dinner at the Marakia (literally Souperia) in our neighborhood. The restaurant is a hole in the wall place with three levels of big rectangle and circle tables that people can share with strangers. The third level is kind of outside, and they have a bookcase full of board games. And three different delicious vegetarian soups each night. Could this be heaven? Halfway through our yummy meal a three-piece band (drums, cello, sax) came in and occupied the tiny corner "stage" playing fun tunes. I have a feeling this is gonna be a staple for us. Next time we go I will bring my camera so you can get a feel for it.
I think that is all for now. The plan for today is to walk to the old city and hang out (get some falafel!) and then maybe explore the shuk (outdoor market) that is close to our apartment and buy some yummy fruits and veggies.
I love and miss you all terribly much, please keep me in the loop of your lives by e-mailing at katecoh@gmail.com So excited for this year and to share it with all of you! Sending big Israeli kisses (neshikot!) your way,
Kate
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Wonderful photos and description -- I feel as though I'm there. Well, maybe not quite.
ReplyDeleteHave fun!