Question #6 answered: What will I do with myself?

Shortly after I hope to arrive in Jerusalem, I will be turning 70.  It will be the first time since obtaining my master's degree in 1973 that I will be fully retired.  So what will I do with myself?  Actually the question most people are asking is, "So what will YOU be doing with yourself?"

I've thought about this a lot and personally, since I am fortunate enough at this moment to be healthy and alert, I do have plans.  #1..I hope to be a savta (grandmother) who will have a warm relationship with my grandkids, the youngest of whom in Israel is now 4.  #2...I hope to participate (with Charlie of course) in Shabbat of a Lifetime run and operated by our friend Nati Cohen.  Opening our Shabbat table to tourists from all over the world would be a wonderful experience in my book!  #3...I hope to get involved with tutoring English to high school students, perhaps through Sulam L'Atid.  #4...I hope to continue learning at the Pardes Institute perhaps through their evening lecture series.  #5...I hope to be open to new experiences and opportunities for retirees and individuals of all ages in Jerusalem.

CHANGE IS SCARY BUT THIS SIGN SUMS IT UP FOR ME:

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