Aviv Day 10!

Day 10 began with a much needed late wakeup which allowed many to catch up on the sleep which all teenagers dearly crave. However, not all made use of the amended 1PM start in their comfy warm beds. I amongst others decided to use it as an opportunity to get some exercise done with many engaging in walks or runs aiming to avoid an onset of weight as we eat our way around Israel. Due to our missing of breakfast many decided to take their stomachs into their own hands and headed off in search of foodstuffs which would hit the metaphorical spot. Toby and Jared indulged in rock-hard challah with a side of hummus whilst Adi, Bec and myself opted for the Israeli favourite Kariot which we ate out of cups and with plastic cutlery…. the most classy format available.

Next up was lunch which was actually the culinary highlight of our stay at Kiryat Moria, a place that we do not envy machon (shnat) participants for spending the next 4 months at thanks to the large possibility of food induced sickness.  It consisted of chicken schnitzel and peas which actually made me wish I had not consumed an obscene amount of chocolate filled cereal just an hour earlier. Following lunch was a program which consisted of determining which elements we, as a group, considered the most significant in forming the identity and Jewish identity of a person. Discussion raged on for an n extended period as we slowly established the fact that there was no right answer, each and every individual has his or her own opinion on such paramount human concepts.

Chill time ensued, it was used by many as an opportunity to pack their bags before our morning journey to Tel Aviv, our third overnight destination of the program. Come 6:15 Shabbat ended and havdallah was undertaken by both groups together in a short but sweet service which included the customary herbs, candles and singing. An almost inedible dinner followed and it had many, including Lucy and Zoe, running for the vending machines. Our final program of the day was a trivia night consisting of three rounds: general knowledge, Israel and trick questions. Teams were divided as many watched eagerly to see if the unbelievable ATARs of some group members could translate to points on the board for their team. Unfortunately for Jared Engelman, it did not directly correlate as his team ran-in an unexpected, controversial last place. After some sly tactics from Harry, his team miraculously ended the night in first place, controversy was rife.

After some chill time, most headed to bed at a reasonable hour, aware of our impending pre-7AM wakeup for the next morning,

Another awesome day down, 140 days to look forward to!

Jake

P.S sorry about the lack of photos…

NOTE: DUE TO TIME CONSTRAINTS I WILL BE UNABLE TO BLOG EVERY DAY IN THE FUTURE, EXPECT A NEW POST EVERY 2-3 DAYS SUMMARISING THE PREVIOUS DAYS’ ACTIVITIES.