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300 missiles were fired into Israel from Gaza yesterday. Sirens were blaring throughout the south and coastal cities. Tel Aviv was targeted and Ben Gurion airport had flights delayed but not cancelled. A govt advisory was sent out in all media warning tourists about the war-like situation and what to do when the sirens go off. Police presence was stepped up in and around the Old City, and streets were quickly empty by sunset/ No one wanted trouble. A lot of concern by everyone living here. Fortunately today there was a ceasefire ... at least we thought, then we learned Israel bombed and killed an extremist leader in Gaza, the 3rd in as many days ... so the missile attacks may resume tonight. Next week is of course Jerusalem Day, a very provocative day for jewish extremists to attack and vandalize our property without fear of prosecution. Probably Gaza will up the violence in response.

I'm feeling emotionally better today. I guess all that medication and swollen hands and feet have gotten me very down. I need to rest more and eat better ... instead of leftovers. Well now let's see if it's doable.