Israel at War

Israel, 2026 Before I begin, a little about myself. I grew up in Jerusalem in what many Israelis…

Most Israeli residents have unfortunately gotten used to the new reality, which includes nightly sirens, ever-changing schedules, travel…

When we understand our history, we stand with Israel through thick and thin. On my most recent trip…

The truth about why I love Israel Today I had an important interview. The interviewer asked if I…

Beyond the Uniform: A Vision for Building Israel Together Last week I found myself back in uniform. Like…

While the outpouring of love and genuine concern from family and friends around the globe has buoyed our…

Friday afternoon my wife Mary Lu, who is recovering from a serious stroke, fell. She was sitting on…

Twenty-five years ago, my husband and I made a choice that would define the trajectory of our lives.…

Purim is not my religious story. I am a Christian, but living in Israel it is impossible to…

Arrival in Wartime I made aliyah in July 2024, in the middle of war. There was no gentle…

War kills. People die in wars. Innocent people, on both sides. There is damage to infrastructure and property.…

He was my publicist in Manila, a devout Catholic with whom I’d become friends. I was a nominally…

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