Yes. That is exactly what we did today! Only a couple of people in our group stayed out if the water. The rest of us floated along with hands and feet in the air. Then we put the mud from the bottom on us and of course took pictures. Too bad you will never get to see them, there are some things that stay in Israel. If you want to see me in a bathing suit floating with mud on my arms you just have to make the trip!!
We also spent time at Masada, the place where Jewish revolutionaries held off thousands of Romans before all committing suicide so not to be slaves to the captors. As we walked along that plateau we thought about what it must have been like to raise a family there. Even if theyived very modestly it was still a long way to the top.
The view out over the Dead Sea one over to Jordan is beautiful and they certainly would have known if anyone was coming. It is a remarkable site.
We took a quick side trip to Bethany to see the church of Mary, Maryb and Lazarus. A few went all the way to Lazarus grave. Tomorrow is the last day in Israel. We will end with communion at the Garden tomb location then those who will stay will get ready to go to Jordan on Thursday morning. The rest will head for home.
Thank you for your prayers and thoughts for us. We will be home soon Blessings and love to you all.
C. Kay
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