Hi everyone!
So I haven't blogged in a while, but that just means that I have a lot to say
in this post :). I cannot believe that we have already been here for almost two weeks
already!
Here is my daily schedule if we are not on a tiyul (field trip):
Last Friday we all went on an archaeological dig which was really cool and fun.
Last Saturday night, we went to Jerusalem. First, we visited the Kotel (Western Wall) as a
group. Before when went to the wall, the counselors gave each of us a piece of rosemary
that we were supposed to smell so we could remember that moment. It was really powerful
for me because it was when I really realized that I am in Israel and I will be living here for
the next 4 months. That night, we went out for pizza, then to a Debbie Friedman tribute
concert at Hebrew University. After that, we had some free time at the Mamilla mall.
It was really fun to get out of the Kibbutz. On Sunday for Jewish History, we went on a
field trip to Tel Gezer. A "tel" is a hill that consists of multiple ancient cities on top of
each other. It was amazing for this to be my history classroom. I could get used to this :).
For class, we would walk around, stop to take notes, then keep walking. There were some
pretty outstanding views during history class. On Thursday (Feb 6), we had a very long day.
In the morning we had another tiyul (field trip) for Jewish History. We went to Sataf which
was ancient ruins on a mountain with forms of agriculture. It was beautiful and a fun history
class! At the end of the trip, we got to climb through a cave that our ancestors used for a
water system. Following the trip, we had a full day of general studies classes, then went
out as a group to Malcha mall. Yesterday (Friday), we did not have any classes but we went
to a farm for a Tzedakah (social justice) project at a farm. The farm is for kids in Israel that
have dropped out of high school and want a place to learn and work. We helped them
clean up the rocks on the land. It was a really nice day out and was really nice to help out.
During free time on Friday a group of us went up to "The Tel." A 10 minute hike got us up a
hill to ancient castle ruins. I have to stay it was one of the most outstanding views and
experiences of the trip so far. We walked around and hung out up there for about an hour.
Finally, Shabbat came! It has been very relaxing so far. Right now, a group of us are sitting
outside doing homework. I could also get used to this :). I hope all is well at home.
Stay warm! More blog posts to come!
So I haven't blogged in a while, but that just means that I have a lot to say
in this post :). I cannot believe that we have already been here for almost two weeks
already!
Here is my daily schedule if we are not on a tiyul (field trip):
7:00 Wake up (Boker Tov!)
7:45 Breakfast
8:15 - 11:30 Jewish History
11:40 - 12:55 Hebrew
1:05 - Lunch
2:00 - 7:15 General Studies (English, Math, Chemistry)
7:15 Dinner
8:15 - 11:00 Homework and hanging out
11:30 - Lights Out (Lilah Tov!)
As you can see, it is a very long and intense schedule but I'd say it is definitely worth it. Most of my classes have anywhere between 6-15 people.
Last Friday we all went on an archaeological dig which was really cool and fun.
Last Saturday night, we went to Jerusalem. First, we visited the Kotel (Western Wall) as a
group. Before when went to the wall, the counselors gave each of us a piece of rosemary
that we were supposed to smell so we could remember that moment. It was really powerful
for me because it was when I really realized that I am in Israel and I will be living here for
the next 4 months. That night, we went out for pizza, then to a Debbie Friedman tribute
concert at Hebrew University. After that, we had some free time at the Mamilla mall.
It was really fun to get out of the Kibbutz. On Sunday for Jewish History, we went on a
field trip to Tel Gezer. A "tel" is a hill that consists of multiple ancient cities on top of
each other. It was amazing for this to be my history classroom. I could get used to this :).
For class, we would walk around, stop to take notes, then keep walking. There were some
pretty outstanding views during history class. On Thursday (Feb 6), we had a very long day.
In the morning we had another tiyul (field trip) for Jewish History. We went to Sataf which
was ancient ruins on a mountain with forms of agriculture. It was beautiful and a fun history
class! At the end of the trip, we got to climb through a cave that our ancestors used for a
water system. Following the trip, we had a full day of general studies classes, then went
out as a group to Malcha mall. Yesterday (Friday), we did not have any classes but we went
to a farm for a Tzedakah (social justice) project at a farm. The farm is for kids in Israel that
have dropped out of high school and want a place to learn and work. We helped them
clean up the rocks on the land. It was a really nice day out and was really nice to help out.
During free time on Friday a group of us went up to "The Tel." A 10 minute hike got us up a
hill to ancient castle ruins. I have to stay it was one of the most outstanding views and
experiences of the trip so far. We walked around and hung out up there for about an hour.
Finally, Shabbat came! It has been very relaxing so far. Right now, a group of us are sitting
outside doing homework. I could also get used to this :). I hope all is well at home.
Stay warm! More blog posts to come!
Sadie - thanks for the update! It sounds like you are taking this experience in and enjoying every minute of it. It is snowing outside as I write this - I am not getting used to this ; ) Enjoy your outdoor time... Love, Mom
ReplyDeleteSounds awesome, Sadie! We enjoy reading about everything you're doing. <3 Love, Michele & Benjy
ReplyDeleteHey Sade's - I finally figured out how to leave a comment! I needed to setup a Google account. Love the blogging; keep on posting!!
ReplyDeleteLove - Dad