Birthright Day 9

The second and final Shabbat of Birthright was spent in a Kibbutz not far from Jerusalem.

By this time, I was coming to the realization that my trip was coming to a conclusion, and that real life was just around the corner.  I spent much of the day reflecting what I had learned.  Spent other parts preparing myself for the readjustment to full time work.  I then collected thoughts and reviewed the final lessons given on this Shabbat.

In the morning, we were hosted to a group discussion about modern Israel and the challenges this country faces in a world surrounded by enemies.  We discussed hard truths, and tough lies.  The media, no the entire world, at much of the time does not understand the many many complicated layers of Middle East Politics.

Reflecting on the incredible friends I have made, I smiled, truly at peace knowing that these remarkable men and women have slightly (which is an achievement) given me some hope that not all of Humanity is rotten.  The fact that I, as an Aspie felt safe enough to really be myself on this trip is a testament to their patience and goodness.  These traits are sadly too rare in the human psyche.

Sadly, all things, good and ill, come to an end, and this Birthright trip was now in its final hours.  As Shabbat came to an end, preparations for the long flight ahead were foremost in my thoughts.