We are grateful to have been blessed by Hashem with the birth of a grandson and fortunate that we could be with our daughter and family in Canada during this joyous time. As grandparents, my husband and I have been delighted in welcoming our beloved grandchildren into our home and lives. The pitter-patter of little feet, the infectious laughter, and the pure joy they bring fill our hearts to t...

It’s been 19 years since my husband and I made Aliyah from Toronto with our 6 children. Building a new life for us and our family in a new country had its ups and downs, but choosing Israel as our home has been a decision filled with joy and gratitude. With the rich spirit of the Jewish people, the delight of celebrating our holidays, and a deep love for the land of Israel, our journey ha...

Imagine standing at the door of your beautiful new home in Israel, receiving the keys, ready to open the lock. You have flutterings in your stomach with all the anticipation built up over the past months.  Will your home in Eretz Yisrael have all the comfort and elegance you envision? Perhaps it’s similar to our ancestors' feeling, standing at the foot of Mt. Sinai waiting to r...

Last week, we ushered in the new month of Shvat. This time of year holds a special significance in our hearts, capturing the spirit of growth and renewal. Tu Bshvat, a festival deeply rooted in our heritage, symbolizes the bond between our nation and the Land of Israel. It's a time of reflection and celebration, where we acknowledge the deep roots that anchor us and the new beginnings that ...

It’s a New Year, a time for new beginnings.  And Israel is booming with new construction all over the country.  We even joke that the national bird has become the crane.  With so many new developments, I get really excited.  As a professional interior designer and an Olah from Canada living in Israel for 18 years, I’m delighted by how the country is growing.&nbsp...