As Shavuot approaches, we think about Ruth’s dedication to Naomi.  Ruth was willing to separate from her past life and move toward a future with a new beginning.  Perhaps that’s your desire as you plan to make aliyah or prepare to create a vacation home for your family in Israel. Moving from your home in the United States or Canada to make aliyah may seem overwhelming. Ho...

Yom Haatzmaut is a time of joy and celebration as we celebrate Israel's 75th birthday this year. It's a time to get together with family and friends, to celebrate our love and committment for our Jewish State. It's an opportunity to enjoy the nature of our beautiful country and reflect on the remarkable journey that has brought us to this day. It’s hard to believe that Israel...

Passover is the time for celebrating our freedom, but until you sit down to your seder, the atmosphere can be one of anxiety and stress. This year I’ll hosting our immediate and extended family  for the holiday. My parents have already arrived, and my daughter and son are coming from Canada with their family and girlfriend. I can’t wait to give my granddaughter the hugs and kis...

  Did you ever dress as Queen Esther or King Ahashverus for Purim? You chose your prettiest flower dress with patent leather dress shoes and looked through your mother’s jewelry for the perfect pearl necklace and gold bracelets to help complete your outfit. Or, as the king, a long robe to make you feel like royalty? Did you find a sparkling tiara or crown to wear? Now that a few ye...

Picture this! It’s 7 PM.  You and your spouse just landed in Israel after a long flight from New York.  You may be tired, but you can’t wait to get to your new apartment in Jerusalem.  You purchased the property less than 2 years ago and are excited to see if the finished design is everything you’ve hoped for. Your professional interior designer is there, smil...