Work It, Girl
Most Israel supporters don't have the tools, fortitude, or platform to speak up on Israel's behalf
Jordana Takes Tel Aviv: A Peace Summit on the 480
Two Jews on a bus going the same -yet opposite directions, to hopefully, the same place.
It’s Party Time!
I never felt an election resonate so much; I had true existential fear that my candidate might lose
To Fear or Not To Fear
But I am not afraid.I know this is Jewish land, not because of UN/foreign gov'ts saying we can exist
Wine, Cheese and Memories
I love a lot about Jerusalem. I love that even though it's hot, it's a dry heat with breezes. I love that it's a...
As One Year Closes…
When I think back to one year ago it actually feels like a lifetime ago; I was truly another person.
And The Hits Just Keep On Comin’
American Jews think they know what's best for Israel-better than Israelis. Here's my take...
Deep Breaths
You'd think my passion, language skills&sparkling smile would've opened doors for me, right? Not so!
Enough is Most Definitely Enough!
Now is the time to wave the flag, stand on a rooftop & scream "Am Yisrael Chai"--We are NOT leaving!
Fear and Loathing in Jerusalem
My city isn't like Tel Aviv, Haifa, Beit Shemesh or even Tzfat. My city is Israel's eternal capital.
Let’s Go To the Mall!
Now I live in a country where every shop in the food court is kosher! I can have anything I want!
Aliya-versary!
Moving to Israel seems crazy but this week's my first "aliyaversary," my Aliyah anniversary! WOW!
The Jew Stands Alone
When Washington mentions a Jewish death in Israel it follows with calls for "restraint on all sides"
Lest Ye Be Judged
If I love Israel, do I actually have to hate America? What a stupid question, of course not!
Taking the “Home” Out of Homeland
Jerusalem, mentioned 700 times in the Torah and not once in Koran, apparently isn't Israel's capital
Aaaaaand…We’re Back!
"...people making jokes about turning this into a shelter rave, taking #bombshelterselfies..."
The One with the Stairs
My stairs had been built, big and strong-BUT ON THE WRONG SIDE OF THE APARTMENT!
Jordana in Jamaica Estates (Part 1)
One exciting element of traveling is that it was my first time ever doing so as a dual-citizen!
69 MORE Reasons I love Israel!
And Israel's Birthday Party continues...
My Declaration of Independence
I've decided to move away from my safety net-and I wouldn't change that decision for anything.
Holiday Candles, Birthday Candles, Emergency Candles
January 1st is known as Sylvester here in Israel. It always strikes me as funny, since it's named after St. Sylvester, a pope who...
This Is Just a Drill
Today is one year since the "3 boys" Eyal, Gilad and Naftali were kidnapped and killed by terrorists
A No Good, Very Bad Deal
I'm a realist; When an enemy screams "Death to Israel! Death to America!" I take it seriously.
Jerusalem of Cold
And I know in Israel you have to be psyched when it rains-but I'm not there yet.
Wouldn’t It Be Nice?
wouldn't it be so nice if Israel could just live in peace? REAL peace...
It’s Been 9 Years
9 years ago this week, the Israeli government forced 8,000 Jews from their homes and lives in Gaza.
70 Years Young
A love letter to the nation by Jordana Brown
When You Don’t Stand
By not standing you are drawing distinctions between religious & secular, AND religious & religious.
The Floating Head at the Engagement Party
It was the "first family event I missed due to aliyah."
Get On The Bus, Gus
As an underqualified but highly motivated Aliyah tour guide, I thought I’d give my perspective on the transportation system here in Israel. Please read...