Esther Cohney

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Oct 11, 2018, 9:20 PM

The Aliyah Diaries — Part 1

I’ve been in Israel for nearly nine years, and recently, have been feeling more at home. I'm at the point where certain words only sound better in Hebrew and certain phrases don’t translate over to English. While I only...

Jun 2, 2016, 4:11 PM

Happy Birthday, Grandma

I’ve been a bit busier over the past few months and haven’t had a chance to sit, process, and write for a while until this inspiration came to me. You would have celebrated you 102nd birthday today, seriously momentous...

Jul 14, 2015, 11:07 PM

I'd like to dedicate this short piece to a fellow community member. She is not someone credited with incredible generosity or outstanding leadership. She was a high school teacher who I studied under for one subject, 12th grade Economics....

Mar 10, 2015, 10:52 PM

Dear Bullies of the World

I just wanted to clarify a few things for you about myself. Seems you're having trouble with open-mindedness and respect, and appreciating those who are different from you. I don't intend to re-educate you, but in case you noticed...

Dec 19, 2014, 1:23 AM

Forever My Har Nof

Har Nof has always been my shelter; my safe haven. I spent my seminary year there and learned to live on my own. It was the first time I was away from my childhood home for an extended period...

Nov 2, 2014, 11:35 PM

The Song That Never Ends

So I'm getting a little sick and tired of the Antisemitism these days. Hatred and boycotting Israel on college campuses are becoming a thing of the past. Now, you have clothing brands accidentally selling swastikas on their sweaters, Israeli ships...

Oct 7, 2014, 12:15 AM

I'm feeling like my extremist personality is cropping up this week. Following the Rosh Hashana triple header, I dreaded returning to work. Don't get me wrong, I'm satisfied at work and enjoy the company of the people I'm with. It...

Sep 23, 2014, 11:58 PM

My Prayer for 5775

Thank you G-d for my health and the health of those around me. Thank you G-d for my wonderful family and the blessing of close friends. Thank you G-d for never having been in minus. Thank you G-d for the warm, welcoming...

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About Me

Esther Cohney was raised in a multi-cultured home in sunny Los Angeles as a 90s child with her heart on her sleeve. She loves writing, travelling, working with people, and asking lots of questions. She is determined to accomplish as much as possible in life, while enjoying every darn minute of it.