Surviving these troubled times

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Dear friends,

Except for a handful of occasions, I have always tried to keep politics out of my blog and grow a happy space focusing on sustainability, chicken keeping, crafts, and other fun stuff.

October 7th changed all that. It changed the world, shook us all to the core, and took us to a dark place Jews never thought they’d be in again since gaining a sovereign state.

This is a time when we need your support. People who stand with Israel are invaluable allies in an old-new scary tide of antisemitism rising in the world.

Some words about how we are doing: these events also taught us the importance of being prepared, as well as we can, for dire situations. There were serious issues with food supply in the days following October 7th. People blazed through grocery stores, emptying shelves, and restocking didn’t happen until after a major delay. I was happy we had a full pantry.

The world is in turmoil. If you can get a personal weapon, do that! I would, if gun license requirements in Israel weren’t so ridiculously strict (especially when you consider the current events).

There were a few days when we were all afraid to get out of the house. We were sheltering in place, like in the early days of Covid. When this happens, you’ll be glad to have a good stock of books, board games, and art and craft supplies to keep the family entertained- although these certainly aren’t essentials.

I believe good will always eventually trump over evil, but we’re facing some dark and difficult times. Stand united. Support each other; if you can, check on your Jewish neighbors and friends. I won’t lie, we’re not OK. But we will be.

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Author: Anna

An Orthodox Jewish mom and freelance writer enjoying a simple life with her family and chickens, somewhere in the north of Israel.

17 thoughts on “Surviving these troubled times”

  3. Standing with Israel and praying every day for your safety and for God to fight this battle on your behalf.
    My heart is broken for Israel and to see the rabid anti-semitism breaking out world wide…it’s the scariest thing I’ve witnessed in my lifetime. It’s like demons have been unleashed 😩.

    I speak out on social media, trying to do my part to combat the hate, but the flood of evil on social media is overwhelming. I can’t imagine how Jewish people must be feeling through all this.

    Please know there are still many of us standing with you ❤️
    Much love from Australia
    Sher xxx

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  7. We stand with Israel, of course. But wy do you think it’s hard to be a gun in Israel:
    You must be a resident of Israel for at least three years. You must be at least 27 years old if you did not serve in the army or 21 if you did. You must have a good understanding of Hebrew (written and spoken). You may not have a criminal record.

    Possilby living the US, where you practically need an act of God colors my view.

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    1. We checked, and apparently, you don’t qualify unless you: 1. Live in what’s considered a “risk zone”, or 2. Served in a combat unit, or 3. Are a first responder.

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      1. I’m so very sorry. Given the circumstances, all Israelis should have the right to defend themselves. Kindly ignore the protests in the US, they are the loudest, but they are also the minority.

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  8. Dear Anna, I don’t usually read blogs anymore, but after the depraved attack and atrocities commited on Innocent Jewish people and families on Oct 7th, by terrorists, I thought of you and your family.So happy to hear you are well. Been keeping you all in my prayers and will continue to do so..I finally found your blog. Had forgotten the title, initially.
    God Bless you and your family dear Anna. Israel will triumph and destroy these terrorists
    Kathy Farrelly ❤️

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