Life on the dig site
Today was a good day on the dig site! Very hot - but good. Our new square is coming along nicely and we may have begun to uncover the south wall of the church. Dr. Schuler was excited to see the wall emerging in that portion of the space. I asked if we could name the wall after me – but that request was not met with equal enthusiasm ;). Last night I got to sneak off by myself for a little down time. I watched the sunset from the fish restaurant at the kibbutz. It was nice to have some time to be alone and reflect on this time in Israel. Life is good! Only a few days left of digging. I was really stiff today and need to keep stretched out for the remainder of my time here – I hope to finish the work here strong.
My mind is starting to drift back to work topics. I hope that any transfer students reading will remember to complete application and FAFSA processes ASAP in preparation for registration. This afternoon I am going to lay low. We will have out pottery washing at 4:30. I have the remaining part of the day free and hope to get some emails out!
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July 10th, 2007 at 11:38 am
Jake, what an extraordinary down to earth insight you have given us.The photos as well.Makes me want to work & visit there some day. Thank-you. I’m sure that your mom and team of associates will come away with thoughts of their own to cherish. Enjoy your last few days there. Most people don’t give themselves the time to have “Alone time” it offers us free of charge, the chance to gain our own spiritual inner peace.Glad you took it. YES , Jacob, LIFE IS GOOD!! Blessings Aunt Karen
July 10th, 2007 at 1:39 pm
JLC- Stop thinking about work! :) We all enjoy your blog, have safe travels home.
July 10th, 2007 at 1:42 pm
Hey Jacob!
It is so much fun reading your blogs! I love how you make it sound so common to just swim in the sea of galilee :)That is so awesome and exciting. I can’t wait to hear more when you get back! Happy Birthday a couple days late! You are in our thoughts and prayers back here….oh and quit thinking about work!! Your students are doing fabulous :) we got it covered!
Enjoy the rest of your trip!!!
Jennie
July 10th, 2007 at 8:20 pm
Hi Jacob -
What a great photographer you are!! You really make the places you have been come to life for the rest of us back home. We can’t wait to see all of your pictures when you are back. Roger and I have really enjoyed reading your blog and living vicariously through your fantastic summer travels! Best wishes and safe travels on the rest of your trip.
Stephanie & Roger
July 12th, 2007 at 8:08 am
I love the car/truck!! I hope you got me some pictures of it, other than this one!!