Hooked on Zumba: How One Olah Made the Leap From Fashion Designer to Zumba Instructor
I made Aliyah in January 2004 at the age of 26, joining my brother and sister who had made Aliyah before me. I was at a crossroads in my career: either I would continue to push my career as a fashion designer in South Africa or make Aliyah and begin a new life in Israel.
How One Olah Brings Happiness Through Flowers
I made Aliyah in January 2003, at the age of 23, together with two friends from England after we graduated from university. Growing up in a small Jewish community in Newcastle, I was extremely involved and active in Bnei Akiva and Aliyah was always on my radar. I yearned to live in Israel where the Jewish calendar is an integral part of life.
Family of 9 Prepares for Chanukah in Ma’ale Adumim
Slowly got out of bed to wake up the kids for school. Two boys take their time, one daughter has moved in to the bed with wife and I play annoying kids songs for the early riser. Eldest daughter heads off to Sherut Leumi.
Bachelor Living in Jerusalem on under 10k a month
Hopped on a bus to work and paid with my Rav Kav. I have a monthly pass that work covers.
Big City Living on 11k A Month
Woke up late after staying up too late last night. Luckily I have some leftovers from shabbat dinner I’ll pack to have for lunch today.
Couple Adapts To Life In Be’er Sheva
Get out of bed easily today because I know we have exciting errands and it’s the end of the week. My husband, B. is already on the shuttle on the way to school and I head to work which is around a 6 minute drive away.
Single Program Manager Navigating Life in Jerusalem
I am working from home today because I have a meeting in Baka smack in the middle of the day. This means I can wake up a bit later than usual, since I don’t have my normal 45 min (or more) commute to my office.









