Israel: Nature
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Gorgeous Signs Of Spring In The Galil, Israel
I love Spring, and especially the wild flowers of Israel and blooming fruit trees. I promised you that I’d share photos of the old almond trees in bloom, and here they are in full glory! So very dramatic—huge trees with dark trunks and delicate pink blooms.
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Slice Of Life: The Almond Trees This Year On Tu B’Shevat…..
I would love to show you how beautiful the old almond trees look when they’re in bloom, usually just around Tu B’Shevat, but this year they are running a bit late, and probably won’t be showing their delicate pink blooms for another few weeks! So I thought I show you a few photos of how…
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Another Visit to The Hula Valley Nature Reserve!
Yesterday I took my three youngest out of school for a long awaited return trip to the Hula Valley Nature Reserve. You see, now the migratory birds from Northern Europe are making their way down to South Africa, and many stop by this swamp land for a much needed rest in their treacherous journey. So…
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INSPIRATION: A Walk Down The Street!
Yesterday I was on my way somewhere, and had the pleasure of walking down a particular street packed with wonderful sights. Of course, I happen to know this, which is why I had my camera on hand in order to share some of this inspiration with you. Sometimes creativity is just about taking it all…
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On The Banks Of The Jordan River: An Idyllic Picnic Spot!
During our family outings this Pesach, we finally got a little bit acquainted with the Upper Galil, in the far north of our beautiful country. And I’m happy to say that areas that were once totally unknown are now like familiar friends. Like this gorgeous spot on the banks of the Yarden (Jordan) River which…
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Poppies, Poppies Everywhere!
Northern Israel is home to the Red Poppy, and this is the time of year when you can walk outside and all of a sudden see the fields and hillsides full of tiny red dots! It’s one of those exciting moments that I look forward to every year! These flowers are a protected species, so…