What Makes a Mother
A big question that pops into my mind all hours of the day and night is where Davidi, my youngest son, will go when he […]
Articles by paulas
Let’s Not – A Note to Amir Hetsroni
Note: I have linked to the original article, but honestly, please don’t waste your time clicking the link. I quote relevant sections, nothing was taken […]
Je Suis Bunch of Folks in a Deli
Spin is the job of the State Department and White House spokespeople. This is what they do and I try to remind myself that despite […]
Craving Normal…for a 15 Year Old
Like most Israeli parents, I crave normal and though it is hard to believe, for the most part, my life is filled with normal. Like […]
Defining Courage
I have an interesting perspective on two moments in the life of an oleh (someone who moves to Israel). The first is my own dating […]
The Ego of the Man and the Ego of the Media
No ruler should put troops into the field merely to gratify his own spleen; no general should fight a battle simply out of pique. Being […]
Jim Clancy and the Pursuit of Ego
Jim Clancy works for CNN. He is, according to some, a seasoned journalist. What he is not, apparently, is a tolerant man. If you dare […]
In the Names of their Fathers
I have noticed an amazing trend in recent years. It makes sense; it is natural and yet I wonder where it will take us and […]
Questions They Ask Me
One of the things I love doing is showing Israel to visitors. It isn’t just about missing work or stealing a day but about seeing, […]