This isn't your average desert view. It marks the boundary of the Ein Gedi kibbutz, which overlooks the Dead Sea on one side and the Judean Desert on the other. There could be worse views but the barbed wire in this photograph has some significance for me personally.
After an incredibly exciting week touring a fabulous new country there's always a slight slump when your come home and return to real life. I've been left with itchy feet, an eagerness to explore and a new-found sense of adventure.
I'm keen to find a new challenge, do something meaningful and achieve all I want to. Right now. Today. With this comes an overwhelming sense of feeling trapped.
So I will reflect a little before finding my bearings again. Then I will make plans, big plans, that involve surrounding myself with other people, socialising, gaining new friends, new work commitments and exploring new horizons.
If I have time, I might then go off and save the planet.
This amazing planet:
This week's Gallery theme is: Travel.
Beautiful photos and lovely memories. Now all you need is a recharge before you're off again! I too would always have time for travelling in my life
Posted by: Mari | July 13, 2011 at 08:38 AM
Great photos, especially the last one ;) @Kahanka
Posted by: Mirka Moore | July 13, 2011 at 09:14 AM
Great photos and really meaningful words- you have captured what I feel like at the moment. I am determined to succeed and find new challenges to make me happy.
Posted by: Katie @mummydaddyme | July 13, 2011 at 09:37 AM
Well you've inspired me just reading about it. It's great to have that get-up-and-go enthusiasm re-ignited. Long may it last and I'm looking forward to reading about great achievements. Rachel xx
Posted by: Midlife Singlemum | July 13, 2011 at 09:59 AM
Such an eye-catching and gripping first photo, with such meaningful words.
Travel is so enriching. I pine to sometimes up and go, but with 3 children that's not so easy - or financially doable! However, I try to stay focused on 'seeing' the magic in where I live and exploring new places on my doorstep (though it's not the same as experiencing a completely new culture, language, food... ah... I shall have to have themed 'country' nights with my kids at home!!). x
Posted by: Sarah of Catching the Magic | July 13, 2011 at 10:34 AM
Brilliant, my feet are itching just reading your post. Where next then? I can highly recommend Ecuador - the most beautiful country I've ever visited.
Posted by: Amanda @ Having Fun | July 13, 2011 at 10:48 AM
That desert shot is gorgeous! I wish I could go travelling but so many responsibilites at home! Enjoy your next adventure wherever you end up!
Posted by: LauraCYFMT | July 13, 2011 at 11:04 AM
I've been following some of the stuff coming out of your trip to Israel and it sounds like a fantastic place to visit and definitely an eye opener. I can see why you have been left with itchy feet. Great pictures and a great post! x
Posted by: NickiCawood | July 13, 2011 at 11:08 AM
I've been fascinated reading about your Israel trip: DH and I went to Haifa a few years ago for a wedding. It's an extraordinary country. Not a little bit daunting though.
Posted by: Domestic goddesque | July 13, 2011 at 12:01 PM
Thanks Mari. I think it will take a couple of weeks to recharge, then I'll be ready for anything I hope!
Posted by: Rosie Scribble | July 13, 2011 at 12:28 PM
Thanks Mirka. The last one is my favourite too.
Posted by: Rosie Scribble | July 13, 2011 at 12:28 PM
It's a good feeling isn't it - feeling determined and motivated. I'm ready for a new challenge, I'm just not sure what it is yet, but we never know what is just around the corner, so we'll see.
Posted by: Rosie Scribble | July 13, 2011 at 12:30 PM
Thanks Rachel, we met so many inspirational women, as you know, that it would have been impossible for some of their motivation and drive not to have rubbed off. But what to do with it now, is the question! xx
Posted by: Rosie Scribble | July 13, 2011 at 12:31 PM
Thanks Sarah, I think there is a lot to be said in seeing the magic in where we live and exploring new places on our doorstep. We live in the middle of Sherwood Forest and it's so easy to overlook what we have here and feel there is nowhere to go when there clearly is. x
Posted by: Rosie Scribble | July 13, 2011 at 12:32 PM
Ecuador would be amazing. There are just so many places out there to visit, where to start and how on earth to afford it? But never say never!
Posted by: Rosie Scribble | July 13, 2011 at 12:33 PM
I agree. Finally I understand why people travel in the 20s before they start families and careers. So much harder to make travel plans when there are school holidays to consider along with everything else!
Posted by: Rosie Scribble | July 13, 2011 at 12:35 PM
Thanks Nicki. It was definitely eye-opening and so different, in a positive way, from what I had expected. x
Posted by: Rosie Scribble | July 13, 2011 at 12:36 PM
I certainly found it fascinating to visit. Tel Aviv differed so much from Jerusalem, and then, of course, there's the desert. It all gave me a lot to think about for a variety of different reasons. I'd definitely go back.
Posted by: Rosie Scribble | July 13, 2011 at 12:38 PM
Fantastic photo's and a very poignant post. It's great that you are doing such awesome things to make the world a better place for all. x
Posted by: The Domestic Anarchist | July 13, 2011 at 04:59 PM
Brilliant pictures and inspiring post! I know what you mean, I feel ready for a new challenge and I haven't just had the amazing experience you just did. Good luck with whatever comes next! x
Posted by: Mummy_V | July 13, 2011 at 06:11 PM
Great words and first photo with such impact Rosie. You have experienced so much with your travels and are such an inspiration. I hope it's not too long before you're off again.
Posted by: SAHMlovingit | July 13, 2011 at 08:33 PM
great post, I hope you find your way to the adventures you want
Posted by: sarahmumof3 | July 15, 2011 at 09:35 AM