Back to Life, Back to Reality
I got back from Israel last night, and am so out of it. I'm awake, but spacy, and I'm not sure how long either state will last. I'm planning an easy Shabbat, giving myself time to relax and rest and get ready to party on Saturday night!
I had a wonderful time in Jerusalem. Lisa's wedding was beautiful (as was she, and he too for that matter), and yet again DLK led a fabu service. I had a blast with the Shalom family, though I think I may have stressed them out a little and made them feel like they needed to be "hosts," when really all I needed was a floor and a pillow (they gave me two!). Visiting folks, and seeing people I didn't plan on, was fantastic, and I'm really looking forward to going back next year. What was particularly interesting to me is that even tough I've been away for a long time, Israel still feels like home. Aww. Isn't that sweet?
Next week I am off to DC and lots of fun at the NIH. It looks like I will be in Philly for my birthday, which will be nice and chill. Part of me really wishes I didn't even take notice of my birthday, but part of me really has crazy expectations of a fantabulous day (which truth be told NEVER comes true). Alas, one day I will grow up and get over the whole thing.
With a new secular year and a new Kessel year coming up, do I have any resolutions? Any goals for myself? No, not really. Thank goodness I'm not too introspective.
I had a wonderful time in Jerusalem. Lisa's wedding was beautiful (as was she, and he too for that matter), and yet again DLK led a fabu service. I had a blast with the Shalom family, though I think I may have stressed them out a little and made them feel like they needed to be "hosts," when really all I needed was a floor and a pillow (they gave me two!). Visiting folks, and seeing people I didn't plan on, was fantastic, and I'm really looking forward to going back next year. What was particularly interesting to me is that even tough I've been away for a long time, Israel still feels like home. Aww. Isn't that sweet?
Next week I am off to DC and lots of fun at the NIH. It looks like I will be in Philly for my birthday, which will be nice and chill. Part of me really wishes I didn't even take notice of my birthday, but part of me really has crazy expectations of a fantabulous day (which truth be told NEVER comes true). Alas, one day I will grow up and get over the whole thing.
With a new secular year and a new Kessel year coming up, do I have any resolutions? Any goals for myself? No, not really. Thank goodness I'm not too introspective.
posted by Reb Kessel of Morningside Heights | 12:52 PM
4 Comments:
I really enjoyed seeing you and as always you left me with alot to think about...I hope all goes well and I guess the boat did not sink..D
Thanks, D. I am going to try replying to messages this year. What are you still thinking about? I would love to discuss it with you, anything with you. The boat arrived safely, with all of my relatives alive and complaining, which means everything is normal. Alas.
Was good to see you, girl! Come back soon...
Been too busy to check out your blog since you left - just wanted to say, you totally did not stress us out - just sorry it was such a mess.
Miss you lots - can't wait to your more lengthy return in the summer.
Mr Shalom
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