for every line on the outside of the city.....we were actually on the ramparts on the wall.......i was just too lazy to draw in everything.
i think i've had my first realization that i'm actually IN israel today. we talked about hills and valleys and strategic building plans of the era.....our professors pointed out that this rock was probably from the byzantine period, while this one dates back to herodian times.......holy buckets batman! i have so much to learn!
but i think the biggest culture shock for me hasn't been the people in the city....the police.....the marketplace......etc. it's these written languages. at least when i visited ireland and scotland, their road signs and window signs used the english alphabet...... i can't even guess the pronunciation of items in shop windows and informative plaques and things.
the more we learn, the more we don't know.....yes? i pray that i never develop the pride of "knowing it all."
also....enjoyed some fresh mint leaves in tea today.....may become my new favorite beverage
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i have been staring at my computer too long tonight, but let me try to articulate what it is i loved about this post...
AHA! part of what i loved about being in Armenia was that it was a place so utterly different. nothing was in English and it was a place with rich history and culture that they were rightfully proud of. as you write about realizing you are IN Israel it made me think of how i felt when i was in Armenia. it is a culture shock, but it is this beautiful refreshing thing!
So. Freaking. Jealous.
Glad you're having an amazing time. Loved the facebook note about the thoughts from a Jewish man. Look forward to reading more about your experiences.
Oh dear lord. You have developed a new tea taste addiction.
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