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Israeli MK Naama Lazimi Shares Intimate Look at Family Home in Holon

Translated & summarized from Mako by baba

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Hebrew · Sole source

Israeli MK Naama Lazimi and her family moved to a rented apartment in Holon before October 7, bringing nostalgic items but keeping the home simple due to political tensions. Despite her busy political life, Lazimi prioritizes family time and comfort, sharing a warm, lived-in space with her partner and children. The supportive neighborhood and their relaxed lifestyle provide a refuge amid national challenges.

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  • Naama Lazimi moved with her family to a rented Holon apartment before October 7 amid political tensions.
  • The home balances vintage and modern decor, emphasizing comfort and family life over aesthetics.
  • Lazimi's partner supports her politically and at home, sharing parenting and household duties.
  • Neighbors are supportive and active in protests for hostages, creating a caring community.
  • Family traditions include Friday record playing, morning birthday celebrations, and shared cooking.
  • Lazimi focuses on national politics, limiting local involvement but values the neighborhood and hopes to host guests again soon.

Israeli Member of Knesset Naama Lazimi and her family moved into a rented apartment in Holon's Kiryat Ben Gurion neighborhood about a month before October 7. The family relocated from Haifa, bringing with them nostalgic furniture and heirlooms, but have kept the apartment's interior design minimal due to the intense political climate and their busy schedules. Lazimi describes the home as a lived-in space focused on comfort and family life rather than aesthetics.

The apartment is on the fourth floor of a 1990s building, with supportive neighbors who actively participate in protests for the return of hostages. Lazimi appreciates the proximity to parks and schools for her children, Rona Esther, 8, and Larel Zion, 5. Her partner, Avi, a doctoral student specializing in Iranian Judaism and a local school teacher, supports her both at home and politically.

Despite her demanding role in the Knesset and involvement in protests, Lazimi prioritizes quality family time, often spending weekends with her children and partner. The home features a mix of vintage and modern decor, including a record player they use every Friday, and a bookshelf filled with various genres, symbolizing their shared love of literature. Lazimi emphasizes a relaxed parenting style that allows for messiness, with both parents tidying up afterward.

The family maintains traditional yet casual practices, such as celebrating birthdays in the morning due to Lazimi's long workdays. Cooking is a shared activity, with Lazimi preparing meals and Avi cleaning up. Although she has limited time to engage locally in Holon due to national political commitments, she values the neighborhood and its young families. Lazimi hopes to resume hosting guests soon, as the current security situation has limited social gatherings.

Overall, Lazimi describes their home as a safe, warm, and inclusive space that anchors her amid political challenges, highlighting the importance of love, sharing, and comfort in family life.

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