I wanted to come here with some good news today, because with all of the truly awful things around there are amazing stories of bravery, heroism and solidarity. After being ashamed in my country for years, I'm a bit more proud to be Israeli (and I want it to be clear that I'm including non Jews and residents and just anyone who is here and not trying to murder someone else. Human beings, just human beings). The ways people here support one another are nothing short of amazing, and it's deeply painful and disheartening to realize how many of these roles should have been done by the non-functioning government. The levels of anger at the government are unprecedented. And rightly so.
So here's a video of one of the security gaurds who saved many of his kibbutz, and their response when the met him (they all evacuated to a hotel. Only three were killed): [link]
And there were some other good things that I wanted to share, but today the news started a get closer. A friend's father is missing (that is, he's either dead or kidnapped). And a wonderful, beautiful classmate from my MA was killed in combat. The worst part is to know that this just begun, and not all of the dead have been identified yet. There will be more that I know. That I knew.
Over 1,200 dead, and this is not the end yet.
Oh Shir, I'm so sorry. And please believe we're all truly grateful whenever you or Nilly have time to update us -- it's amazing that you can do that, and all we want is for everyone to be safe in the midst of the horror.
Thank you for the reminder that there are still a huge number of human beings who don't want to murder each other. It is hard to remember when the news is filled with so much horror.
So glad to see you here, Nilly.
That's what it was like in NYC after the 9/11 attacks. 2,600 people died in a city of millions, but seemingly everyone knew someone who died, or whose family was affected.
Thanks for the updates, Shir, and signs of hope.
ION, I got Matilda this dress off Etsy: [link]
David that is an amazing dress.
Shir I've been thinking of you and Nilly.
Haven't posted much anywhere lately. I come home and I'm kind of peopled out. Need to get used to so many interactions in a day.
Work is ok for the most part. I have tbe next 4 days off since I was going to my aunt's memorial but I'm not now (per mom's request). I also volunteering tomorrow and Friday for a few hours and then don't know about the weekend.
Shir and Nilly, thanks for checking in. Much love to you and your families.
David, that dress is fabulous!
The dress will look amazing on Matilda.
Hivemind help requested. My MIL has been having a lot of trouble sleeping, mostly from restless leg, but probably a whole lot of reasons. My SIL suggested CBD gummies, but I my head is hurting from looking at all the options out there. Anyone use anything with success?
All the love to you, Shir and Nilly, and thank you for checking in here. It means so much to see you.
David, that dress is fabulous.
