Back in Israel

Well, I'm back, settled in, and all unpacked now that both bags have finally arrived (one decided to take its own vacation in London for a couple days!). Life has returned to its busy schedule and quickly passing days. On Wed, the day after I got back, I took a train into Tel Aviv to meet my aunt and uncle for lunch. They were heading into Jerusalem later that afternoon, and I was thrilled at the opportunity to see them. It was a beautiful day to walk through Tel Aviv to Cafe Matsada where I don't think any of us finished the huge portions of delicious food that were given to us. After lunch, we collected their bags and headed to the train station. I headed north to Hertzliyya and they took a train east to Jerusalem.


Saturday, the healthy Dukes(there has been a lot of sickness going around the community this winter!) and I went to church and worshipped with the believers at Grace and Truth. It was wonderful to see all of them again and to catch up on how they had been the last month and a half. I was excited to be able to say hi to them in Hebrew, and I even managed a few verbs in past tense! My success wasn't without its sobering reminders of how much I still have to learn. By mixing up an ending on one of my words, I think I told one of my friends, "It's good to see me," instead of "It's good to see you"! Will I ever get this right?!


Thank you all so much for your prayers. My trip went well, and I'm glad to have it behind me. I love you all and thank God that He has given me the privilege of knowing each one of you.