One week and counting until I set out for the journey of a lifetime! I remember how excited I was when I first heard in early November that I was granted the opportunity to go on birthright, but it seemed so surreal and far away. After purchasing adapter plugs and water shoes, it has finally sunk in that I am going. I can't believe the time has finally come to embrace all of the camels and hummus Israel has to offer. I’ve never been on a trip this far from home before, so I’m naturally experiencing a mixture of eagerness and anxiousness. I’m not sure how I’ll be able to get through such a long plane ride, but I think the excitement of meeting all of the other group members will overcome my nerves.
I constantly hear from so many people who have gone on a trip about how exhilarating and life changing this trip was for them. Their talk of new friends, foreign encounters, becoming more in touch with Judaism, and various once in a lifetime experiences has made the wait to finally go very difficult. I have honestly never heard a negative comment associated with the birthright experience, and I am so thankful that I am able to participate in this amazing program! I can’t wait to finally meet everyone (even if it is in Philly)!
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dawn distefano wrote...