No, I think it taught me to be independent and never expect a handout and never wait for anybody to hand you anything in any aspect of my life.
Israel is one of the easiest places to play ball. When I say easy I am referring to the easy lifestyle an athlete has while in Israel. It's very easy to get around the country, because it's so small.
Money is the sovereign queen of all delights - for her, the lawyer pleads, the soldier fights.

