Israel - 2008

One of the highlights of our trip to Israel was an archeological dig. It was amazing to find and hold items that has not been touced or seen in more than two thousand years!




A visit to Beit Sh'an revealed a stunning and ancient Roman city - complete with an enormous amphitheater, hippodrome and countless streets and houses.



Our guide, Zev, explained the layout and history of the ancient city.

Two men enter the Dead Sea...It's the best weight loss program I know...Ben and I floated - wondering what the life guard was hired to do at a sea where drowning is impossible...



VOS afloat...Enjoying the lowest point on earth - Yam Hamelach - the Dead Sea.

Israel - 2008

Jeep riding on the Golan Heights! We drove along the Jordan River and up to the northern most point where we overlooked three countires at once - Israel, Syria and Lebanon.

After the rough ride on the jeeps, we settled in for a big meal alongside the Jordan River. Betsy sat in the sun and drew the scenery while the rest of us drank coffees and ate fig ice cream.

Israel - 2008

Israel was in full bloom. We rode jeeps along the Jordan River and onto the Golan Heights where we overlooked three countries at once - Israel, Syria and Lebanon.

We enjoyed a delicious lunch at the Tishbi Winery. My dad surprised all of us by being there to greet us!

On the Ancient Steps to the Holy Temple in Jerusalem

Here we sat on the very steps that led the Israelites to the Temple. This is part of a recently discovered section of the Temple Mount (southern wall).

Israel - 2008

A great moment and a great memory - reaching the top of Masada. Seven climbed and seven arrived. Mazel tov to Doreen, Marlene, Art, Bill, Ben, Stan (and me)!

Israel - 2008

Our trip to Israel was incredible. Of the forty three of us, at least half had never been to Israel. To see it through their eyes was wonderful.

This photo brings back great memories of our Shabbat in Jerusalem. (Click on photo if you wish to enlarge it).