Here’s hoping everyone had a wonderful holiday season!
For my family here in Jerusalem, Chanukah was celebrated in a city glowing with candles. Menorahs were kindled everywhere. Inside and outside, through windows and in courtyards, the nights were alight.
And as the eighth-day of light came to a close, and as the last candle burned out, [...]
Archive for the ‘Masha in Israel’ Category
It’s Raining It’s Pouring.
Monday, January 1st, 2007
To Market, To Market
Monday, December 11th, 2006You won’t find many strollers in the open markets on busy days. The throngs of people keep the majority away. The indignant looks tossed toward buggy lugging mothers (the nerve, taking up precious extra space) leave only the strong of heart or the petite of stroller. We jump in. The Micralite, soundly maneuvered by yours [...]
Tight Spaces
Monday, December 4th, 2006When I’m walking and in a rush, I jay-walk. I cross on red, cut through private property, and take the stairs. Nothing personal, but I’ll run over your miniature poodle if he’s in my path.
Now here’s the challenge. In Jerusalem, and particularly in my neighborhood, parking is a major issue. There’s simply no space. Lack [...]
The Little Stroller that Could
Wednesday, November 29th, 2006We are living in one of the first neighborhoods in Jerusalem built outside of the Old City walls. The streets are a labyrinth of stone and stairs. Narrow lanes force pedestrians to hug the walls as cars pass. Jagged walkways lead from one to the other in surprising turns and steps. The Micralite is handling [...]
The Tipping Point
Sunday, November 19th, 2006So, the Micralite at the airport.
A great feature? The stroller is free standing when folded. This is a huge plus when you’d prefer not to lay the stroller down on a filthy floor or sidewalk.
Security was a breeze. The Micralite folds clean, almost to the dimensions of an umbrella stroller. To fold, you simply [...]
At First Sight
Monday, November 13th, 2006Do you remember how it was at the beginning?
You were struck by their looks, or perhaps their charm. You thought to yourself,
Now here’s something interesting.
And then, face to face, the charm and beauty feel quirky. And you’re left uncertain. Perhaps you fell too quickly? (It’s happened before.) Or perhaps you’re just nervous at the prospect [...]
Masha Meets Micralite
Sunday, November 5th, 2006As you may have already noticed, we’re welcoming a new contributor to Spillingthebeans. Masha has been a Magic Beans customer for a while, and in advance of her upcoming trip, she came to us for advice on which stroller to bring. She had such a way with words, we asked if she’d be interested in [...]
Yeah, But What Stroller Would Mary Use?
Friday, November 3rd, 2006From rock stars to rabbis, a circuitious route has brought me, Mommy Masha to the Magic Beans family. I’m looking forward to bringing you news from overseas. I’m leaving for a two and a half month stay in Jerusalem and I’m seriously sweating which stroller to take. Advice from family and friends has made it [...]
