Flying into an Impending War Zone
The headlines yesterday read:
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So you may be surprised that as of right now, I'm still going. I'm getting on a plane this morning bound for NYC and then, to Tel Aviv. If you know me, you may not be surprised.
Have you ever flown into a war zone?
Have you visited Israel or the Middle East?
I'd be lying, and stupid, if I said the situation didn't intimidate me, make me nervous, scare the bleeding hell outta me... But at the same time, having visited the Middle East in the past, that feeling is mostly par for the course.
Missles and terrorist attacks, car bombs and looming death threats may not be a part of every day American life, but it is normal in the Middle East. The residents of Israel live on knife's edge daily. And sometimes there is peace. And sometimes there isn't.
So again, I say Inshallah, as God wills it. Take a deep breath. And away we go.
You can't stop exploring because of war or cultural dispute or whatever. If we did then no one would leave there houses. But please be safe.
ReplyDeleteP.S. Are you really moving to Rome in April 2013. How awesome!! How long will you be there. Details girl. Sorry if I am behind on here if you already talked about this on your blog. I am playing catch up.
Oh my goodness, I've just seen your comment now! Sorry about that, Stephanie! I was flying to Israel when you commented. Yes, I am moving to Rome, but not until September. April was pushed back recently. Super excited. Hope to see you guys this summer before I go!! Hope you're loving Utah! :)
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