Well, I've had a lot of time to reflect and explore and experience the last few months and I think its important to let you all know of a big decision that I've made for myself. I've decided to return to Chicago.
This might be a surprise to some of you and it was definitely a really hard decision for me to come to, but I think in the end what it comes down to is that I am just too far away from my family. My parents and brother are the sunshine in my life and being across the big blue ocean from them is impossible. I can't picture a future where they are not in closer proximity to me. And in my heart I know that a future with all of us in Israel would not happen for a very long time. There's much more involved in those feelings but I'm not sure I'm ready to share them all on a blog just yet...
In other news, I have some thoughts and feelings about what kinds of jobs I will be looking for. I'm not really in a writing mood but I would be happy to share if anyone is interested in an email or on skype. I apologize for my "blah-ness" but I spent the weekend with the Tiyul (BZAEDS Class 2012) and I am sooooooo tired. It was an amazing time, a truly great way to spend Shabbat in beautiful Ma'ale HaHamisha" and see my old students and colleagues. It seems like they are having a wonderful trip so far and I imagine it will only get better as they continue.
Tomorrow evening marks Yom HaZikaron (Remembrance Day for Israel Soldiers) followed by Yom Ha'atzmaut (Israel Independence Day). Still unsure of my plans for both of those days, but I'll keep you all posted. Mucho love, friends!
I'm always happy to hear someone that is true to her heart and follows through. You gave it a shot and for that I salute you. Im just sorry I couldn't be there to spend some time with you...maybe it will happen next time around.
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