Yes, we are alive and well in the Middle East. I have had difficulty finding time and fast Internet to make entries in our blog.
Today we arrived in Amman, Jordan and will be entering Israel tomorrow across the Allenby Bridge across the Jordan River. The most profound experience so far was yesterday when Wini and I hiked to the top of Mount Sinai. We hiked for 3 1/2 hours in the darkness and arrived at the top before sunrise. As we approached the top in semi-darkness we heard singing. A group had gathered near a chapel and were singing praises to God! We heard many languages spoken since pilgrams from all over the world visit this sacred site where God gave the Law to humanity. On the way down, a group in front of us broke into "How Great Thou Art" in a language we didn't understand. We joined them in English and then greeted them. They were from Indonesia and were delighted to hear that we were from America!
So far we have visited Egypt where we saw the Pyramids, Egyptian Museum, Tahrir Square (where he Egyptian Revolution began) and many other sights. Today we visited Petra, an amazing ancient city in Jordan before driving to Amman this afternoon.
So much to say! We look forward to sharing with you when we return. We will be spending a week in Israel beginning tomorrow. Hopefully, I'll have better luck with the Internet there.
Many blessings from Wini, Bev, Roger and me.
2 comments:
Joel and Wini -
What a blessing this trip will be for both of you! You look a little chilled in the photo but I imagine it gets very cool at night in the desert. I am very pleased to hear you will be going with us to the Wallowas. I am looking forward to your blogs from the Holy Land.
Keith
Joel and Wini,
I have been thinking about you and wishing I was there. Say Hi to Israel for me.
Blessings,
Donna
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