Deborah Hemstreet (Dvora Elisheva)Nov 28, 20132 min read

A Photo a Day...

Well, it’s not quite a photo a day, but I hope you enjoy these pics from my trip so far… I have so much to be thankful for, even if it is snowing!

Debbie’s Family: I haven’t seen some of my cousins in over 40 years. We had a wonderful time catching up with each other’s news.

The Boardwalk in New Jersey: A wonderful autumn day walking near the shore and enjoying the view

Lori and I at the Beach: I can’t believe I forgot a pic of Jeff later on, but at least I got one

A Taste of Autumn: As you know, Autumn is my favorite time of year. I got a little bit of it after all!

Chet: I was thankful to be able to catch up with Chet, Rich’s brother-in-law.

Kevin, Gilly, and I: A special treat: Kevin and I were good friends back in College. The last time we met was long before he married. So I got to meet his wife and we three had a wonderful time. Too short as usual!

My Cousin Alysia and I in Florida: We had a great time together, movies, shopping, eating,

The Whole Family in Florida (almost)
Well, Val is missing, but everyone else is here!

John and Paula – Again!
It seems like whenever I am in Michigan THEY are here! And we had a great time together!

Snow???
Yup… snow.Cold and colder. They promised only 3 inches today. But we got at least 5 and the car slipped and slid all the way home from Thanksgiving dinner. I drove slowly and arrived safely.

And for pics of my grandkids… click HERE!

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Deborah Hemstreet (Dvora Elisheva)

I have lived in Israel since 1982, except for a 3 year period when my husband and I lived in the USA. After my husband died I returned to Israel. The themes of my writing focus on finding hope in the Lord. I've been struggling with so many different issues, but God has proven Himself faithful every step of the way. I'll soon be 70 years old, but by the grace of God, I hope to remain a faithful testimony of the faithfulness of Jesus and to give a reason for my hope, until He comes or takes me Home. P.S. No, I don't dye my hair (!)

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