Day 1: So far there a lot of new friends, but my only enemy is lines. Checking baggage lines, security lines, check-in lines. Immigration's going to be heaven when we get there.

JFK couldn't be more different then O'hare. Security people and TSAs are all smiles. It's a lot cleaner and emptier than O'hare, it's very very weird.

What I love about NFTY is that everyone is so welcoming and will always introduce themselves to you. At least 4 people have told me I have a Chicago accent and I'm feeling very embarrassed and self-conscious. What a surprise when I say the Canadians are the nicest people.

On the plane as we speak, flight attendant is talking in Hebrew and is going WAY to fast! Guy next to me is already asleep so I'll feel bad if I wanna go to the bathroom. This'll be a long flight....