The decision to make aliyah was not an easy one. At first, my parents were definitely not on board with the idea. They let me run with it and complete the paperwork, probably not believing I would actually take the final step and book my ticket. As soon as the flight was booked, they really came around and have been very supportive. I am glad I have been able to spend time with them having early birthday celebrations and enjoying my last few weeks in Atlanta. Next weekend, I travel to NYC where my sister will meet me so I can have one last weekend with her in the US. She has traveled all over - to Ghana, Ecuador and Israel - but she always came home after a few months. We usually go a few months without seeing one another since she doesn't live in Atlanta, but me living across an ocean and large sea, will makes things very different. Thanks to Apple and FaceTime, I know we will all be able to stay in touch and not just on the phone hearing the other person's voice. It is so amazing to be so far away and talk directly to the person and see their reactions. It doesn't make it seem like you really are that far away.
These last two weeks in the US are filled with lunches and dinners (so much for a diet) with friends and family that I will truly miss. It's so hard to say goodbye but I know some already have plans to visit me in Israel and I will see them again when I come back here to visit (I'm also not forgetting about FaceTime and Skype with friends). To hear everyone saying how happy and proud they are that I am following my dream, has been so encouraging. I've never really been one to not plan ahead and just "go with the flow" so this is huge for me. Their support has meant everything to me.
My friends in Israel have also been amazing. They have all reached out to see if I need any help or if they can answer any crazy questions I may have. I know I would go crazy over there if it weren't for them. I am lucky to have such a great support system in Israel and I can't wait to see them!
To my family and friends - you always have a place to stay if you find yourself in Israel. I am looking forward to having lots of guests and showing off my new home.
Thanks for all the support and I look forward on keeping you updated on my adventure!
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