Before Israel

I stayed at Ricardo's house before I left with El Al at JFK airport.  Ricardo lives in the Crown Heights area of Brooklyn, New York.  I met up with Ryan Kitson, Reem Al-Zahawi and Nura Qureshi.  Fortunately, I had Ricardo's bike to ride around town.  We went to eat and drink at many amazing restaurants and bars.  Reem, you are awesome for giving me the turquoise bracelet and necklace (which is hanging on my wall).  Thank you Nura for helping me with my bags, you rock.  The photo of Ricardo was taken right after he got off his motorcycle.  Thankfully he is still alive considering how dangerous NYC traffic is.  (Remember to always get the other person's info if you ever get into an accident).  New York was a blast and I had a great time, morning, afternoon and night.  Thanks to all who hosted me, especially Ric!  I love you guys.

The airplane ride was loud.  One family had two children that were running around and constantly yelling.  Always remember to bring earplugs when flying!!!  I watched a little bit of "The Bucket List" - a film with Jack Nicolson and Morgan Freeman.  It's about two older men who go through cancer treatment and develop an amazing relationship.  It helps put serious health issues into a new perspective. 

On the El Al flight, I was surrounded by many religious people which was a bit awkward.  Was I excited to move to Israel?- Yes, very much.  Not for religious reasons but for change.  For starting a movement and to continue the trend of volunteering for the public good.  To raise cancer awareness.  And for Tikkun Olam - to help make the world a better place to live in all ways and for all people.  I didn't sleep too long on the flight, yet I am ready to start a new day in a different place with a different language.  Mazel tov to Nefesh b'Nefesh, Adi Fargon (my Shaliach), my family and friends, to all who believed in me: Jody, Sue, Mom, Brian, Emily, Barbara, Dr. Recht and Lynn Adler.  All of you are great!