A Port, a Picnic and Plants on Passover

So, I mentioned in my last post a trip to the beautiful port of Jaffa. We've been there many times before of course but it is such a wonderful place to explore that none of us seem to tire of it. The shuk was busy and its wares quite different to what we had seen in Jerusalem. I got a new skirt and youngest son had his portrait drawn (it's not such a great likeness, but let's not disappoint him and tell him that!).

A matza picnic was enjoyed by all in the delightful old city gardens and soon it was time to head off for our pre-booked tour of the Coca Cola factory in nearby Bnei Brak, which actually turned out to be a lot of fun for the adults and children alike. We didn't really spend much time viewing the factory but there were lots of fun things to see and do as we moved from room to room filled with lights and sounds and interactive games. And we even learnt a fact or two about Coca Cola. But no recipe.

Another day of the holiday saw us visiting Ra'anana where what was billed as "The First Ever Flower and Garden Show in Israel" was taking place. As my Mum was a talented florist, garden shows are in our blood and my Dad and I were keen to go and see what the Israelis had to offer. The kids were less keen but, as it turned out, we all enjoyed what we saw in our own way. The flower show and garden designs were small but really quite spectacular (above) and hubbie and I are now keen to tackle our, ahem, somewhat overgrown front garden.

Once again Israel showed us just how much she has to offer! I was glad of a rest when the week was done and frankly I do not want to eat any more pieces of matza or a fried fish ball for a while, but boy, did we have a good time! The kids had plenty to tell their friends about when the week was up and it was time to go back to school.