First Impressions

We made it! We are finally in Tel Aviv, settling in to our new apartment. The balcony is - as expected - amazing. We have a great view and we can't wait for it to be warmer so we can have dinner out there. It has only been between 50-65 so far. How's that snow going for ya? ;)

Our first adventure last weekend was to the Caramel Market. (First, let me note that the English spelling of almost everything in this city changes frequently - even street names are spelled differently on different corners!). The market was great and we now have way more oregano and basil than we can use. We also bought seeds and planted a few spices and cherry tomatoes - but I (Jen) was in charge of that so we'll see how successful they are.

We ave also explored the city this week by going out for runs. Oh...my..gosh! I have never had a better running environment. 1. Most sidewalks are wide and there are lots of running trails .5 miles of our house. 2. Lots of people run. 3. It is flat. 4. The scenery: sunset over "the Med" or parks along the river. 5. The temperature is cool (this is the coldest it will be). I could go on, but suffice to say it is very nice.

This weekend is a welcome party and church and exploring in Jaffa (the older city). Next week.. I can't say yet... but let me just say you're jealous :) and we're going to Jerusalem (J'lem)!

Love from Tel Aviv! (Pictures next time)