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While the present war has restricted my travel outside the apartment, because I don’t relish the idea of visiting a public shelter or reclining on the side of the road (I have a hard time just getting out of bed), I really don’t have much to complain about, given what other people are experiencing.  I have a TV, computer, chair, and high-riser in the safe room.  We have a shower with hot water, a toilet and a kitchen nearby.  The supermarket delivers groceries.  My wife is a source of constant delight.

Friends from the United States stay in touch.  Also acquaintances who remind themselves, while watching the explosions on the nightly news, that they know (or knew) someone who currently resides in Israel and take a moment, every five or six months, to advise me that I am constantly on their minds and in their thoughts and prayers.  I always thank them. It’s a nice gesture.

I also appreciate the people who, mindful that the present situation might cause economic hardship, reach out with ideas for me to supplement my income.  For example, Natalie Grace, from the Heidrick Struggles hiring team, has a perfect position for me helping brands like Costco increase product exposure. I would only have to work one hour per day and the daily wage is $200-600.  Since I am retired, this schedule might be a little taxing, so it is good to know that there is free training, 15-20 days paid annual leave, plus all statutory holidays.

The job requirements:  I need to........

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