One thing I have really had to adjust to since our move to Jerusalem is urban living. There are always people everywhere! I know those who read this and live/have lived in places like Chicago or New York are thinking – “so what? That’s life!” But for someone who has lived in the suburbs of Peoria for the past 3 years, it’s definitely a change of pace. We are spending a lot of time walking everywhere, which I love, and starting to figure out a routine.
I just returned from taking Gavi to his new school at Kehillat Kol HaNeshama in Emek Refaim (about a 15 minute walk from our apartment). It’s really a great place, and has been one of the premier Reform congregations in Jerusalem for awhile. We are really lucky to have gotten him into their program. I loaded up the girls in the double stroller, placed Gavi on the front where their feet go, and off we went on the 15 minute walk to his school. No wonder everyone looks at us as we walk down the sidewalk!
This was my first morning to take Gavi to school (it’s only his second day), and it was really lovely watching the city wake-up. The stores were just opening, people were getting on and off the bus, and the smell of Israeli breakfast was in the air. It was a special time, and for just a moment I felt like a native – or at least like I could play the part of someone living in Jerusalem. I’m not sure I could do urban living forever – figuring out the bus system and how to get from point A to point B with a massive stroller full of children has its challenges – but it sure is fun for awhile!
Urban Living
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