Becoming Israeli?

A deeper Insight into Israelis and the challenges for new olim as we interact with them  by Ariella Bracha Waldinger  When I made aliyah, I arrived, as does every oleh, with an American perspective and way of operating in the world. Olim from other countries bring with them their own country’s perspective. Once here, though,... Continue Reading →

Shabbat – Drawing Down the Divine Radiance

Shabbat – Drawing Down the Divine Radiance by Ariella Bracha Waldinger  My husband, Avraham and I, Ariella Bracha Waldinger, arrived in Israel, July 14th, 2003 on Aliyah from Denver, Colorado to live in the holiest place in the world.....THE JEWISH QUARTER IN THE OLD CITY OF JERUSALEM.......very close to The Temple Mount (where the Holy... Continue Reading →

Thinking of Israel – Thinking of Home

News Cheshvan 9, 5773, 25/10/12 12:06 Hundreds Gather in NYC to "Think Israel" Hundreds attend unqiue conference addressing Israel and Aliyah related topics - jobs, high education, army service, Masa programs and more. Yoni Kempinski A special ‘Think Israel’ conference organized by Nefesh B’Nefesh and The Jewish Agency for Israel, took place at the UJA-Federation... Continue Reading →

“Home” for the Holidays

18 Great Reasons why Living in Israel will make your Holidays the Best! By Ariella Bracha Waldinger 1 You will be seen by Hashem in His beloved Holy Land….THE INHERITANCE HE BEQUEATHED TO US 2 Everyone around you, wherever you go is preparing to celebrate the holidays along with you. The energy is tangible and revitalizing... Continue Reading →

Aliyah – Coming into the Light of Israel

Coming Into The Light (of Aliyah) By Ariella Bracha Waldinger WHO doesn't enjoy walking into a beautiful room well lit with gorgeous crystal chandeliers, whose sparkling light touches everything in its path? Who doesn't understand the Importance of Light and its many symbols and power to awaken us ALiyah represents returning home to the "Palace... Continue Reading →

Shana tova v’metuka

For the New Year . . . May you enjoy your apples and honey. May you find it easy to give and receive. May you know when to surrender,and do so with grace. May you remember that some people's lives are parched dry... and be grateful for the abundance in yours. May you find beauty... Continue Reading →

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