Free Day in Jerusalem
A day of sleeping in (alittle), fun and still even more touring...but most of all shopping! Most of us spent the morning shopping over the "Old City". Then at 12:30pm, the group met Bill for a surprise from Nan Harter (thanks Bud). The surprise was a lunch at a restaurant in the Armenian quarter of the city. It was a great surprise and a wonderful lunch. I had been before, and I would have to agree that it is one of my favorites too!
This blog is dedicated to personal notes from us to you. Know that not everyone has given me their notes and they will be added as I receive them. Here are the ones I have thus for:
Mary Ann writes, "Dear Wanda and Bill (Hutchings), You both are with us- in our thoughts and heartfelt prayers. Because you're, in spirit, a part of the loving and caring family we 21 individuals have become, over here. So much love always, Mary Ann."
Joan writes, "Hi Stef and Bec. Been to Jerusalem, Sea of Galilee, Palestine, Bethlehem and had lunch in a Armenian restaurant- Luther and Monndust ok? I need your email! Love, Mom."
Jerry and Deb write, " To: Kidders, Vasquez, Stewards, Weckers, and Friends! From Dad, Debbie, Papa Jer, Grandma Debbie. Greetings from Israel. We have lots to talk about and nearly 400 pictures to support our stories. Glad to know you are "walking" here with us. We're having a great time."
Park and Evelyn write, "To Curry Clan, Arrived in Israel Sat. am- safe and sound. Alls well. Great trip! Love-Mom and Dad"
Ken and Victoria write, "This Holy Land experience is more than we ever dreamed it could be. We will be anxious to share it with you when we return. Ken and Victoria Curry"
Ian writes, "Hello Dad and Deb, Mom and Kevin, Harters, Brad and Laura, Sara, Van Horns...and others. I have really enjoyed sharing this trip with you. Cannot wait to share pictures and stories. This is my 4th time here, and it just gets better and better. Miss and love you all, Ian"
Ian writes, "Hello Dad and Deb, Mom and Kevin, Harters, Brad and Laura, Sara, Van Horns...and others. I have really enjoyed sharing this trip with you. Cannot wait to share pictures and stories. This is my 4th time here, and it just gets better and better. Miss and love you all, Ian"
Remember not everyone has given me messages YET. Keep on checking. Have a great night.
Shalom,
IAN
11 comments:
Judy:
Looks like you are having a wonderful time. Ian's blog is really interesting. The pictures are spectacular.
See you when you come to NJ.
Love, Nancy
Ken,Victoria,Park and Evelyn,
Today the 22nd I am visiting Sylvia. She printed out a copy of Ian,s Blogspot. It is wonderful.
I also have a copy of the picture of the four of you. I was so excited to see you all. Enjoy the rest of your trip and the Blessed experience you are having. Thanks Ian.
Love,
June Chronister, Victoria,s Mother.
Judy,
Love the atmosphere in the Armenian restaurant. Hope the food was as good. I'm sure it was something of a reminder of home in Tenafly. Looking forward to more details when you visit us in Jersey.
Love,
Karen
lindsay-
way to give ian a message. really.
love you a lot. and miss you. wait. did i really just say that?
-becca
oh, and ian- sara's doing all she can to save your fish. it appears they have the cottonmouth disease.
you'll get the details from her, i'm sure.
Hi all,
What fun it is to follow along on your trip. We will be anxious to see pictures and get the whole story.
Thanks Mary Anne for the nice note. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Have fun, enjoy for us and have a safe trip.
Love and hugs, Bill and Wanda
Hi Mom - It was really great to talk to you today...can't believe it was 11 pm there and only 4pm here. You were going to bed and we were just getting home from school. Amazing! Keep spending, buying and loving it there. Don't worry about a thing in the states, we are REALLY taking care of things...Dorothy is too. Moondust sends her kissies to you. Tummy Rub? Love lots, steph and bec
As Becca already said a few of your fish have the cotton mouth disease(i know this because I researched it on google). They are all still alive, but for a few it doesn't look too good. Good news- the big tank is doing great!!! My mom talked to the guy that comes in to clean Dave's tank at work and said that by the way I explained the water...it was fine. So don't worry, I have it all under control! I hope you and Lindz went shopping for me today!
Love ya guys,
Sara
Is the sea pictured here warm enough to swim in? The color of the water looks delicious - all blues and greens! Did the fish pictured come from the same sea? Bill, you look so relaxed and peaceful; are you feeling that way? Enough questions! Love to all, Barbie and Hugh
J Money,
Mill dog wants to know where the heck you are????? He sends a high five though, of course. Pictures are great and by the fact that everyone is smiling in them, life must be good. I have a favor to ask??? If memory serves me correctly the "sheckle" is/was a form of currency in Israel??? If so, can you hook a brother up with a couple because I've always wanted to be able to say "I only have a few sheckles left in my pocket"....and mean it!! Thanks kid.
B
I can tell from the stories and pictures that your group has really bonded on this trip. That is so cool. Memories of a lifetime for sure.
My mom is watching all this from Heaven and enjoying every minute of it!! :)
Love you guys and save travels, from Pearlie and Joel
Judy-I'm so sorry that I missed your phone call yesterday. I got the message. I am not going back to work until Monday and I was in a mall and did not hear my phone. It is easier to get us on Tom's phone as we hear it better. I did call Dorothy, Becky and Joe to let them know that you called. I'm anxious to hear about the Armenian restaurant and the whole trip. Love, Lucille
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