Monday, September 6, 2010
first day of class.
Today we started classes. I had hebrew ulpan first. I'm in the lowest class, of course, because I don't know any hebrew, with about10 kids in my class which is wonderful because we have more hands on help from the teacher. I wish University classes weren't so big in the states :( Even though it was only the first day, I felt like I learned a lot and I am very keen on learning hebrew so I don't feel like such a tourist in the country. Then I had my Zionist class which I also love. My teacher is very passionate and enthusiastic like Tuvia. I'm really excited to start learning because I feel like my brain has been dead for so long because of summer break !! It's nice to get my mind stimulated again. I have been starting to understand the bus system a bit better which is good, except the bus drivers are very rude and sometimes wont open the door for you even if it's an empty bus! There was a story in the news of one bus driver who drove around all day without picking anyone up(whats the point? I have no idea they are crazy..) One thing I love about Israel is how on Shabbas, the city shuts down and everything is quiet and peaceful. Also, I went to buy eggs today from the corner store and the cashier gave me a candy and said "Shana Tova!" It's wonderful how things like Shabbat and holidays here bring everyone closer together. Speaking of Rosh Hashana, Aviv(my Israeli roomate) invited me to spend it in Haifa with her family! So I'll be going there with her on wednesday night. I know you guys are getting together with a lot of people so I send my wishes and will be thinking about you! Love you, miss you, <3 Jenna
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The bus driver driving around without picking anybody up?! Very bizarre story. He probably didn't get his raise and decided to be ultra mean.
ReplyDeleteIsrael is in the news a lot as they are starting new peace talks again! Hope it works. If it does though, many Settlements may not like it and a fight between Jews in Israel will take place. A civil war? Hopefully not!
We are 18 people for the New Year, but not Kali or Jenna. However, as long as I know you are well and experiencing things, learning new stuff, gaining more confidence in life, understanding complex issues in our global world, growing wiser and more mature - that makes me glow with pride! :)