The first three pictures are of the Basilica Cistern in Istanbul. I have seen a lot of cisterns and this is the most spectacular one built, dating back to the sixth century.Quick update: I am back in Tel Aviv from the Negev desert and will be arriving on the organic farm tomorrow. I am looking Read more

God has set a seal their ears and eyes and hearts. Their eyes see thins that are the opposite of what they are; they hear wisdom as gibberish and raving. Their hearts have been transformed into a home of self-love and vanity. A winter’s tangle of dark shapes and pride has possessed them. Their hearts Read more

Today I am in Mitzpe Ramon, known for the dramatic Maktesh Ramon Crater. Situated on the edge of the crater, Mitzpe Ramon is a quiet, lazy town. In Be’er Sheva, I couch-surfed for two nights, Saturday is the Sabbath, and everything is closed in Be’er Sheva. I am couch-surfing in Mitzpe Ramon for two nights Read more