We are in Jerusalem.

We got to Jerusalem yesterday and went to Bethlehem to see the Chirch of the Annunciation and the Shepherds fields. Several people also found some great shopping bargains. The day turned a little cool toward the end but ww were fine.

We started the day at Jericho looking at the site of the old city and of douse the Sycamore tree where zachheaus climbed up to see Jesus. Looking at the oasis that is Jericho helps you to see why they would stop there. If one travelled from Galilee to Jerusalem there is no other good way and the last part would be tough. Jericho is about 300 ft below sea level and Jerusalem , Bethlehem and Bethany are 1500 ft above. That's a tough climb in the desert so stopping for water at Jericho was a must.

Today was part of the Old City and the LMount of Olives. It is such an I credible site to look out over all of Jerusalem from the top. Then to stop at the Garden of Gethsemanee sort of takes your breath away. Those old olive trees remind us of Jesus praying before giving his life for our eternal life. I'll put up some pics when I return.

In the rainy afternoon we visited the Church of the Holy Sepulcher with all it's glory but also moving memories. Walked lots of steps into the Old City. Tomorrow we go to the wall where we will pray and place our prayers.

We are all doing well, no one lost, hurt or sick. God is good.

We will be praying for you too. Love and blessings.

C. Kay