Sirens in Bangalore
What idiot thought of sounding a siren for food?
Are You Alone?
Dan Uzan is a hero today, like all security guards in Israel,sacrificing his life to save other Jews
Security, Then, Now, Here, There
How shocking now to think that two of my sons are older than that young man was then...
A Soldier’s Mother: Why Can’t You Understand?
How can you possibly understand the horror of watching your land burn? It is an open wound you don't forget for a moment, a thought that stays in your mind as you go about your day.
Anti-Aircraft Missiles in Sinai?
The Egyptians have never proven themselves to be particularly open or honest in their dealings with Israel. At least four wars have been fought between our countries. Peace is a fragile thing that must be nurtured. It must be built on honest dealings and trust. Moving tanks and anti-aircraft missiles violates not only the agreement, but the trust as well.
A Soldier’s Mother: Dear Son, Wear the Damn Coat
Big difference between "fighters" & "jobniks" is the sense to wear a coat in a storm; Point Jobniks
What You Don’t Put on Facebook
When it comes to the army, there are some thing you just don't post online.
A Soldier’s Mother: CTV and the “Uncontrolled Pen” Against Israel
A potentially enlightening television report about Ma’ale Adumim ends up twisted into an anti-Israel diatribe; it wasn’t the beauty they came to see, it was lies they hoped to spread.
Their Heroes and Ours…
There is inside of me a part that thinks our greatest victory, even if the world does not recognize it, is simply that we are not like them.
A Soldier’s Mother: Beersheva Terror Attack Moments Ago
7 victims: 4 policemen, 1 soldier, 2 civilians. All to carry scars for life.
A Man’s Man
The thing about S. was that he pushed his soldiers to find the best in themselves and he did it in a way that inspired them to want to reach down and find more. He inspired Shmulik with his dedication and his love of Israel. This is the land he defends and he treats his soldiers as his sons.
What a Cup of Soup Means
In what country do people act this way? Stop to deliver soup to a stranger; give a blessing; ask someone to fix your bracelet...or fix someone's bracelet. In Israel.
Unanswered Prayers
We Jews say that all prayers are answered - every single one. Just sometimes, the answer is "no."
A Soldier’s Mother: Another Terror Attack
In today's attack, one soldier is seen running towards the attack, only to stop and turn back. Then dozens of others are seen running away from the truck that rammed into the soldiers.
Why Israel Will Never Be Defeated
So long as Jews dance for the sheer pleasure of thanking God, Israel will never be defeated!
Turkey’s Intelligence…Oops…
My oldest son, Elie, spent today in the Reserves and will be in for a few weeks later this summer. It is what happens when they finish their service in the standing army – a yearly commitment to stay ready; to be prepared.
A Soldier’s Mother: But I Don’t Want to Go to War
I don't want to think about going to war. In two out of three of the last wars, you've taken one of my sons and this time, you could take...all of them
A Soldier’s Mother: Writing the Great Israeli Play
"All the world's a stage, And all the men and women merely players;" and Israel, and ALL its inhabitants, are its greatest stage and players
Rockets Precede Him
I believe it is because of Obama's upcoming visit. The Palestinians have been cooking up this idea of when and how to put on the pressure.
Boys and their Engines?
They stood for several minutes talking about the engine. I didn't understand a word they said.
A Soldier’s Mother: A Vacation Day in Israel
There is nothing like Chol Hamoed in Israel...
A Soldier’s Mother: Six Children…TWO Only ONE WEEK Old…Could Have Died Last Night
Peace will come when families can drive safely without concern of being shot.
A Soldier’s Mother: Netanyahu’s Speech in Layman’s Words
Maybe there is reason for optimism: Today Israel has diplomatic relations with over 160 countries, nearly double the number Israel had when Netanyahu served as Israel’s ambassador some 30 years ago.
Going Radio Silent…
I feel I have the best of doctor and I'm looking forward to being able to use my arm fully...
A Soldier’s Mother: Trying to Be Normal
The funerals continue here, and the stories of who they were and what they were able to accomplish before their lives were cut short will bring you to your knees.