Yarkon Stream, Tel Aviv

On a bright and pleasant Friday afternoon, as the sun shone over the Yarkon Stream, I went for a boat ride with the children. The water was calm, and the sun reflected on its surface, adding a special charm to the moment. We set off, me armed with my camera, and the children full of energy and eager to experience every moment.

We sailed slowly along the bank, admiring the beautiful scenery – tall trees overlooking the stream and the surrounding silence. Above them rose the iconic blue Yarkon Bridge, crossing the stream. The sight is magnificent, and there’s no way I’m not stopping to photograph it. I paused for a moment to capture the view. The children in the back began to fidget impatiently. “Dad, let’s go on!” they shouted, but I insisted on dedicating another moment to the perfect panorama.

When I finished photographing and we continued sailing, we reached the second point – opposite the Daniel Rowing Center. The impressive structure and its sports facilities added to the unique landscape of the stream. I stopped the boat again and began to prepare for the photo, ignoring the children’s constant calls to continue and explore the stream.

“Daddddd, come on! Move! We want to continue! We’re tired of your pictures!” they shouted while rocking the boat.

I quickly photographed the beautiful structure overlooking the Yarkon, as usual, twice – with 360 degrees in the middle. I captured the moment when athletes rowed with great vigor on the water, enjoying the moment and their activity.  

Amidst the amazing landscapes of the Yarkon Stream and the children’s constant calls, I could feel the pleasant and familial feeling reminiscent of the famous song written by Tirza Atar, composed by Yoni Rechter, and sung by Arik Einstein, where everything feels simple and pleasant. These moments, with the whole family together on a trip, captured the beauty and simplicity of a perfect Saturday morning.