The view from my balcony..
Photo Cred: Malinda Masing
I am definitely going to miss waking up to this beautiful view of the Mediterranean every morning. I type this introductory post about my study abroad trip to Israel from the Hotel Sharon in Herzliya. I have less than 24 hours remaining in this beautiful country; it has truly been one of the best experiences of my life. I have learned a lot about inter-cultural and inter-religious conflicts in the middle east. I have really valued much about Judaism, but am still critical of religion and the role it plays in society. I have broadened my horizons about different career paths available to me, and have seen the vast importance language and culture plays in international job markets.
The point of studying abroad is to learn through different perspectives and to see the world through various lenses. Like India, this trip did that and more for me. International experience is something invaluable to me, and I am very gracious to have been able to travel incredible places in this world. There is a lot left to explore, and I am ready for it. After, of course, another daunting trans-continental flight home to Henniker.
