Tag Archives: travel

Six Tips for Successful Car Trips with Kids

Posted on October 16, 2017 by israelisalad

“Aaaah! She’s bothering me!!” wails my son from back seat. “He hit me!” follows instantly. “What now?” I ask. “She breathed my air!” the little one shouts back. “There’s enough air for everyone,” I answer. “Let’s play a game…” After … Continue reading →

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Chili-Free Chili

Posted on May 17, 2017 by israelisalad

Recently, I participated in a video conference for write-from-home mothers. One of the tips offered in the lesson on time management was to realize that there is no such thing as a “normal” week for a mother. Over the week since … Continue reading →

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Citizenship, Stalactite Caves, and Star Cupcakes

Posted on May 3, 2017 by israelisalad

Twelve years ago, on May 3, 2005, I became officially Israeli. I had already been living in Israel for a year and a half, but I updated my status to “citizen.” The whole thing was rather anti-climactic–no Nefesh B’Nefesh hats, … Continue reading →

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Jerusalem Marathon

Posted on March 17, 2017 by israelisalad

I am a runner. I am not a distance runner. I didn’t run in the Jerusalem Marathon today. I have never run in a marathon. I sprint. Friends will attest to spotting me running on a regular basis. 200 meter … Continue reading →

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A Taste of Shlomit-Making the Desert Bloom

Posted on January 22, 2017 by israelisalad

Friday afternoon, we’re driving past nature reserves, army bases, and sheep farms, towards the setting sun. The car is loaded with with kids, blankets, pillows, diapers, a freshly baked lemon cake, and–you know me by now–chocolate cookies. Fortunately, we arrive … Continue reading →

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