Pack with Me for Israel! Orthodox Jewish Mom Visits Israel for the First Time! (Jar of Fireflies)

[@jaroffireflies]

Ok so y’all probably know but I’m ready back from Israel 🇮🇱 but for the next few weeks I get to take you along on my travels and some final thoughts I had after I got back. So stay tuned for lots of fun upcoming videos! Thank you so much for being here ❤❤❤❤

[@Willowinthewinds]

So excited to see all this. You have waited so long for this!

[@nechamahkahana5494]

aww I would have love to have met you while you were here!

[@yvonnegevers6175]

I hope you've had an amazing time; can't wait to see al your adventures.

[@jeanneamato8278]

Glad you’re safely back.

[@Libby_Hannah]

YAY! Baruch HaShem❤

[@ShannonWatson1]

I am a teacher who enjoys learning about other religions. My first experience with Judaism was with my college roommate (I went to Catholic Schools). I easily fell in love with the customs and traditions. I found your channel over Thanksgiving break and have been making my way through your videos (though I have also rewatched many). I know you have been eagerly awaiting this trip. Mazel Tov and travel in good health. Enjoy your time with family.

[@jcsterling9049]

Ahhhh! This is so exciting, thank you so much for sharing! I hope you and your family have been well and enjoying the New Year!

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much! Happy New Year!

[@jessicaburali2295]

So wonderful that you were able to make this trip you have dreamed of for so long! Thanks for including us. Saludos from Cuernavaca, Mexico

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Jessica! ❤️

[@starwillows2836]

I’m so happy for you. I know you’ve been waiting to go!! I hope you and your family have safe travels and a wonderful time being with family!! I love you!! Your amazing!

[@jaroffireflies]

@@starwillows2836 thank you thank you!

[@knewps]

The joyous squeals from baby firefly were absolutely adorable! B”H what a blessed life you live!

[@Tkkmakeupdesign]

MAZEL TOV!!!! I am so excited for you!!!!!

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you!!!

[@donnammckeen2085]

So nice to see you again 🤗I have missed your vlogs…. Have a great time and please be safe 🤗

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Donna!

[@melissahawk3849]

Mazel Tov! I am so happy that you go to go to Israel! I cannot wait to see the upcoming videos. I agree, put the Siddur in the carry on! I have a chance to go in May so praying this will happen! Love the book suggestion- I just purchased it. I always love your book suggestions :)

[@mnapwo21]

Mazel Tov! You are going to Israel! Enjoy, it's a beautiful and special country.

[@SusanP674]

So happy to see an update and I can't wait to see the upcoming videos, thank you Chana! ❤

[@jaroffireflies]

More to come! Thank you Susan!

[@jessieely5363]

Oh my goodness! I missed this yesterday! So glad I saw this today! I can’t wait! Thank you for posting!!

[@jaroffireflies]

@@jessieely5363 my pleasure! Enjoy!

[@mratner60]

So happy for you and your son to have made this memorable trip. Looking forward to seeing more videos. Happy New Year

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much! Happy New Year to you too!

[@monikatonsor9530]

Greetings! So good to see you again and share in the excitement of your big trip. Thanks for bringing us along ❤. (I pack/organize the same way - checklists, individual sacks for similar items, lots of reading and activity books for the plane ride, and of course, favorite snacks! 😊

[@jaroffireflies]

I love packing with checklists, too! 😊

[@sabrinamoskowitz488]

I hope you had the most amazing time ever. ❤

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Sabrina!

[@janithgottfried8320]

I am so looking forward to seeing your Israel videos! What a wonderful experience! I am going to travel vicariously through you and can hardly wait for this journey to begin!

[@jaroffireflies]

I'm so excited to share it with you!

[@kristinmiller4779]

Good morning Chana and firefly family! How exciting! Safe travels❤❤

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Kristin! ❤️

[@Adara007]

That's wonderful! I'm looking forward to the videos of your holiday!

[@jaroffireflies]

@@Adara007 thank you!

[@susanhobbins3744]

It was so nice to see you again and I am so very happy for you on your trip to Israel.❤

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Susan!

[@dawnbaker9274]

How nice to see you again! And a dream come true.🎉 So happy for you.❤❤

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Dawn! 💖

[@annettewalter2273]

So excited for you I know you have been wanting to do this for a while. Like a lot of people at the moment my thoughts are constantly with the people of Israel. Lovely to hear Junior Firefly giggling and having a good time with his siblings.

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so very much Annette!

[@staceyjohnson2929]

I've been thinking about you for the last few days! What a coincidence that you posted today. I hope you enjoy your trip!

[@jaroffireflies]

You are so sweet! Thank you Stacey!

[@sarastromseth-troy3323]

I'm so happy that you got to visit Israel! I saw some of the photos you posted on Instagram, and I am looking forward to hearing more about your trip. Glad you are now safely back home. (In the meantime, I was watching some of your older housecleaning videos; they inspire me to keep my house as clean as possible). :)

[@jaroffireflies]

Thanks for watching! My housecleaning videos are some of my favorite too!

[@sigalm8065]

I hope you enjoyed our beautiful country. ❤❤

[@jaroffireflies]

It was truly amazing!

[@aprilmapp3140]

Happy New year and it is great your going on your trip blessing to you and your family ❤

[@jaroffireflies]

@@aprilmapp3140 thank you April! Happy new year!

[@Julie5231veg]

Oh my goodness Channa I had no idea! How exciting! I can’t wait to watch all the videos that you’ll be putting out! It’s lovely to hear from you again, miss you!💜💜💜

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much Julie!

[@shannonsmith5301]

Be safe! I hope y'all have an AMAZING time!!

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Shannon!

[@JJ-kf4kc]

WOW Chana I got super busy so I dropped out for a few months but jump back on your channel and wow you have really slimmed down!!! You look fantastic What are you doing??

[@jaroffireflies]

Welcome back!

[@bobbidazzler1343]

So interested in seeing how you get on. I'd love to go to Israel one day but now is not the time. Thrilled for you Chana! ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@jaroffireflies]

I hope you are able to make it one day!

[@tamararutland-mills9530]

I hope you were blessed on your trip. This is my first time watching. New subscriber & can’t wait to hear all about it.

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you for subscribing! I really appreciate you!

[@marjie6398]

I watched your video while waiting to take off this evening on an ELAL flight from Boston to Tel Aviv. I am awaiting to view your adventures with your son in Israel. Your husband’s family must have loved hosting you.

[@jaroffireflies]

Oh my goodness! Have a wonderful time in Israel! What fun!!! Enjoy!!!!!

[@rebeccalund8743]

I saw you posted this morning and I had to watch as soon as I could after getting the trio off to school and grocery errands. I’m so excited to relive your travels with you to Israel ❤

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Rebecca! ❤️

[@cindys1697]

Its great to see you! I'm looking forward to the videos of your trip.

[@jaroffireflies]

More to come! Thanks Cindy!

[@maku5256]

Congratulations🎉 What a blessing, I am truly happy for you! Can't wait to see your next video. ❤

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much!!

[@pharmlove]

nice video ! enjoyed seeing how excited you are for your first trip to Israel 😀

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you 💖

[@rebeccacrowe1492]

I absolutely love your D&D bag. My husband is a well seasoned DM. When we saw the Zelda sticker book I looked at him and said"I wonder if they play D&D" lolol. So very happy you finally got to go to Israel. Can't wait to see the videos of your travels

[@jaroffireflies]

LOL Love that! Ya, I DM two games :) I never really get to be a player but that's ok :)

[@NYlife62]

So exciting!! I cant wait for more videos of your journey!!

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you!! I’m so excited to share!

[@meadowrose100]

I'm so glad you had a safe trip, Hannah~~ welcome back!

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you!

[@lorrainehamilton-box2810]

Happy travels! The look you gave your children at the end was such a typical Mum look- it made me smile! 😀

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Lorraine!

[@lwallis62]

So very, very happy for you all. How exciting. You are just glowing about it. Yayyy. Glad you are home safe and excited to hear about your journey. 🩷

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you! It was an amazing trip!

[@spmarsh3747]

So happy for you! I'm very much looking forward to hear all about your trip!!

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you! I can't wait to share!

[@stephenlewis8498]

It is always good to hear from you. I also think it is great you are bringing one of your children on this trip. I hope it has all been wonderful

[@jaroffireflies]

Yes, we had an incredible time!

[@amlach6148]

I’m glad you got to go safely there and back…I bet it was an amazing trip…look forward to the posts of your trip! 😀🌞👍

[@jaroffireflies]

@@amlach6148 it was really incredible! I’m looking forward to sharing more over the next month or so!

[@amlach6148]

@ thank You! Can’t wait! 😀🌞👍

[@grievousangel7742]

I love this! You are so excited that you have a light coming from you. I know that you had a great time having seen your IG posts, but I can feel the anticipation coming from you. Bless you, my dear lady

[@jaroffireflies]

You are so kind thank you!

[@עדינההיימן]

Waoww !!! Baroukha abaa !!! Enjoy your trip, it's very emotional !!!

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you!

[@silvanahurtadovares1528]

Love, love having you here again! I hope you had the most amaizing experience! Someday I'll go to Israel!!! On my bucket list already!

[@jaroffireflies]

@@silvanahurtadovares1528 it was absolutely amazing!

[@cherylcalac8485]

Very happy for you that you’re going to Israel!! Safe travelsB’H’❤️

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Cheryl!

[@fairiall]

Enjoy your stay dearest, may you return full of joy and images of spiritual beauty

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you!!!

[@kimhill6749]

I am glad you and your son returned home safely. I cannot wait for your travel videos. By the way , nothing is sweeter than a child’s laughter.

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much!

[@jeaniecollins295]

Awesome to know more videos to come .looking forward to them . Nice your back . Say hello to the family and thanks for sharing .❤😊

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much! 💖

[@dianebondhus9355]

How exciting! I can't wait to watch all your videos of your trip. ❤

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much! I will be uploading more soon!

[@debbiec4224]

Welcome back Chana! Have to say I loved hearing toddler firefly giggles and playing with his siblings. So excited that you got to go to Israel. Can’t wait to see more videos. I love any and all videos you make/post! How exciting for little dude to go with you on this trip. Would love to hear an update on the kids and Bella. Also maybe some other foods/treats that are good from Trader Joe’s. Was just so excited when I saw your instagram post! I hope the plane ride was good! Thank you for sharing! 😊

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much! I appreciate your suggestions!

[@chaipunzel137]

I was sooo excited to see you upload! Can’t wait to see what you upload next 😊 it’s always been a dream of mine to visit Israel, G-d willing soon ❤

[@jaroffireflies]

I hope you get there soon! 🙏

[@dianecande6830]

WELCOME BACK!!!!! Hope you and yours had a happy and joyous Hanukah. Lovely to see you back.

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Diane!

[@karenhill3161]

I am so glad you finally got to go to Israel, it is a amazing place. I am in New Zealand at the moment staying with my son and having a blast.

[@jaroffireflies]

Have such a great time! Safe travels!

[@ireneferrante2313]

So excited for you!

[@jaroffireflies]

@@ireneferrante2313 thank you Irene!

[@mariahahn-silva7132]

Chanita!!! Mazel Tov to you and to your loved ones!!! How exciting for you. You've been speaking of this dream to come true for you. Enjoy to the fullest with loved ones. Happy trails.....

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank yo use much Mariah!

[@Anonymous-y5l]

Oh Chana was I excited when I saw that notification that you uploaded a video!!!! Can't wait to see all the other ones!

[@jaroffireflies]

Thanks for watching!

[@Lawyerforlife]

Hope you have a wonderful trip!! ❤

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you!

[@danielday100]

Hi Channa! I'm so excited for you! It is so exciting!! Yhhhhh!!! I know you love every moment on your trip! I hope that you will video some of the moment on your trip for us to watch! Welcome home!

[@jaroffireflies]

@@danielday100 thank you!!!! It was AMAZING!

[@donyaahmadi4820]

Oh my G.o.d! you finally went there. I can't wait to hear about your trip, I'm sure it was amazing.

[@jaroffireflies]

@@donyaahmadi4820 it was! So incredible!

[@valerieereira3149]

Lovely surprise to see your face again..Mazel Tov on your wonderful trip to Israel my number one dream trip to take..please G-d..Can’t wait to see the rest of these videos ….

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you! I hope you get to go soon!

[@shawnrdavis1010]

I am so happy that you and your little dude were able to go to Israel. I loved all the giggles and squeals in the background. I am an overpacked-no matter how long the trip is(overnight to …). I have to pack my pillow or I cannot sleep well.

[@jaroffireflies]

I feel you! 😄

[@KathleenSpaine]

Wow! I could tell from your voice how excited you were to travel to Israel! It is an amazing country with so much history! I am looking forward to seeing your film from your trip. ❤

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you! I can't wait to share!

[@loisxander6321]

So good to hear from you. Stay safe. God be with you.

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you! ❤️

[@kahineg]

Mazel Tov on the trip to Israel !!! I am so happy you were able to go. I have been several times and what you are going to learn is you have to go back because there is so much more to see. Again Mazel Tov !!!

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you! I can definitely see myself going back!

[@karenjohnson5634]

My must haves are my books!! My Bible, journal, pencils/pens, and whatever book I happen to be reading at the time.❤ I CANNOT wait to see more on your trip!! I’m so glad you got home safe and I’d love to know what emotions you felt while you were there! ❤❤❤

[@jaroffireflies]

I love to bring books too! I'll be sharing lots more about the trip soon, I'm so glad you're enjoying it so far!

[@Asasas222w]

Glad you are back Chana! I may visit Israel myself. Joseph Kavanagh

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Joseph!

[@elizabethdillon6508]

So glad you are back safe I love you’re videos

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much Elizabeth!

[@awol6973]

It was lovely to meet you and your son in the United Lounge at the Newark airport. I can't wait to see the videos of your trip! I loved Israel! Andrea from New Brunswick, Canada 🍁

[@jaroffireflies]

Hello Andrea!!!! So fun to see you here in the comments! Thank you for saying hello at the airport. I was super tired, but it was so nice to meet you! You really made my day!

[@ivanapekarovicova5438]

When I saw ur recent post I was sooo so happy for you! Iknew going to Israel was on top of your Bucket list

[@jaroffireflies]

Yes!

[@יעלבןאריה-ע4כ]

התגעגענו לראותך💝

[@jaroffireflies]

Glad to be back!

[@KateReilly-go6hn]

awesome to see you, so excited to see more of your trip!

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Kate!

[@timeenchantre1]

I hope that your trip was amazing ! It's nice seeing you back I've missed your videos.

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you! So happy to be back!

[@KEM1965]

I’m glad you are back. I’ve missed your videos. I’m glad you had safe travels. When you posted you were going, I was worried for your safety. I would love to be able to see Israel.

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you! I am so glad to be back!

[@kathleenwindasgoodwin9165]

Mazel Tov, my dear friend. Sounds like a dream come true. May God bless you and your son in your travels.😊

[@jaroffireflies]

@@kathleenwindasgoodwin9165 it is! Thank you!

[@miriamghershenzon4599]

Hi,happy to see your preparation for travel, "derech hatzlacha" awaiting for your videos with story from your trip ❤

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Miriam!

[@annettemurielle]

Wonderful to see you again! I'm so excited for you! Have a beautiful time in Israel! Hope you'll tell us all about it when you return. ❤❤❤

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Annette! Stay tuned for more trip videos!

[@annettemurielle]

@@jaroffireflies Fantastic! Thank you!

[@lindac3395]

Chana GREAT to see you again!!! I’m going to grab my cup of coffee and hunker down and watch your video! KZbin hasn’t been the same since you left for Israel…..but you’re back….yay yay yay! ❤🎉

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you for watching! I hope you enjoyed!

[@kaydublin5164]

I’m so glad we are getting to see you again, missed you 😊

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you!

[@phyllismandelbaum5550]

So happy you went and I hope that you felt inspired !! The best way to see Israel is with the natives and frum tour guides. The tunnel tour is so interesting and has expanded since I saw it. The hachnases sefer torah is a beautiful sight to see and how wonderful that your father in law is being memorialized in such a beautiful manner. Kol Hakavod!! It is a trip that you will remember forever!! I hope you brought a shirt that could be cut/ripped when you visit the Kotel .

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much Phyllis!

[@wendy-annpoorter1799]

Ah I’ve done the tour under the western wall… there was a spot where some woman pray and for me it felt like the holiest site I walked through. Have a wonderful trip. May you be blessed.

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much! That's such a beautiful memory, I can only imagine how amazing it was. Thank you for sharing!

[@kellywerner5722]

Be safe and sending prayers you have an amazing trip.

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Kelly!

[@AuraSlovin]

Hello Chana Thrilled for you and your family that you went home for a visit! Would love to hear about your trip ! I have not been to Israel for 23 years…!!!!! Time to plan that trip! Safe travels Always!

[@jaroffireflies]

Definitely plan a trip!!!

[@Cookie7294]

Hope you had a great trip. Last time I went to Israel, I had a loaded kindle. All those books are heavy! I brought my favourite tea and protein bars . It's smart to travel with snacks. You never know when you might have a delay.

[@jaroffireflies]

Exactly! I am always prepared for the airport :)

[@lynnbrown9164]

Safe travels and have a wonderful time!

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Lynn!

[@suethorogood7771]

Lovely to see you , looking forward to the trip xc

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Sue!

[@TiffanyPequin]

The laughs from the kiddos in the background are the BEST!

[@jaroffireflies]

@@TiffanyPequin totally agree!

[@63Littlemouse]

Hi Chana so lovely to see you 🥰 Wow what a trip, pleased to know you are back safe, but excited to come along on the adventure with you. I do hope Israel was everything you hoped it would be, though imagine at times your experience bitter/sweet 🤔Clare x

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Clare! 🤗 Yes, bittersweet leaving for sure

[@bluemayim]

i am jumping up and down doing the Snoopy happy dance for you! May you travel to Israel in peace, and may your journey be blessed with health, joy, and a deep connection to our heritage. i can not wait to hear all about it! ❤❤❤ side note... looks like a great book recommendation! already got it in my amazon cart! 😉

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much! You are so kind! Enjoy the book! Let me know how you like it :) I am enjoying it so far!

[@angelawaugh898]

Oh so great to see you. Hope you enjoyed your high holiday in Israel

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Angela!

[@mags102755]

Chana, what great news. I'm sure you had a great visit.

[@jaroffireflies]

Definitely 💖

[@pixiesgarden8353]

I just hopped on Instagram and saw the photos you shared from your trip. I hope your trip was filled with love and your Hanukkah bright! As someone who struggles with executive functioning, I admire your organization.

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you ❤️

[@nancydunks9095]

So glad you were able visit Israel at last! So happy for you and the family.

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Nancy!

[@marybee4734]

Hello chana, so happy to hear from you once more can't wait to see your new videos from Israel ❤🥰🦋🦋🦋🌻🌻🌻🐝

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you so much 😊

[@Beanhill_94]

Oh man you’re finally getting to go to your husband’s country. So happy with you also could you tell I was eagerly awaiting this

[@jaroffireflies]

Yes! I was so excited to finally be there!

[@Beanhill_94]

@ oh wow butchered that comment on editing. But anyway really happy you got to have a trip and meet your extended family and see religious sites.

[@jaroffireflies]

@@Beanhill_94 it’s all good! I knew what you meant!

[@carlenesmith2959]

How exciting! Hope you have a wonderful time❤️❤️❤️

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you!!

[@ashextraordinaire]

Enjoyed your Instagram posts, even though I was sooooo worried about your safety. Wonderful that you had this experience!!!

[@jaroffireflies]

It was incredible!

[@HappyGirl4666]

I hope you had an amazing time !

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you! I absolutely did!

[@bettymaclennan2000]

Good for you Chana! Glad that you got home safely!❤

[@jaroffireflies]

Thank you Betty!