There's no place like habayata

After 11 hours in the air on two different airplanes and in three different airports, I am happy to report that I am safe and sound in Jerusalem! Unfortunately I don't have internet in my apartment yet, but as soon as I do I'll be updating more often.

Important things to know: Swiss air assumes you want wine with your meal (red or white madam?), cell phones in Israel are expensive (about 100 USD for a phone that would be free in the US) and living in Jerusalem is already amazing! Tonight I'm going to dinner with some classmates and then off to hear HUC President Dr. & Rabbi David Ellenson speak at Pardes. Lauren gets here tomorrow and then the real unpacking fun can begin! By the way, my apartment is super-cute and I can't wait to post pictures once it's set up. Love to all who are reading...