Day two really flew...by!

Shalom from Israel!

Morning/Afternoon

After a good night sleep, the second day was way better. Visiting the Ayalon Institute was an experience after hearing so much about it. I definitely imagined it differently. It was very cool to learn the history of the bullet factory and how the people operated it. We continued our journey to an archaeological dig where we went spelunking. I don't think anyone on our trip had ever done that before. Going through a candlelit cave that had low ceilings and tight spots was something we all enjoyed. Then we  got to excavate a site where we dug up pottery, bones, charcoal, and even copper. It was an amazing day.

Shayne

Evening

Ok, we just met the Kol Haneshamah kids and I happened to see my good friend Netta whom I met at camp George two years ago. This is the first time I've seen her since then. The Israeli teens lead group games including 'the wind blows', 'sheep', and 'speed dating'. We ate pizza. I had a slice with corn topping for the first time. Now that was an interesting taste combination. All in all, we talked about our differences and realized we have more similaities than we do differences. This was a precious night, thank you for helping me come Temple Sinai. 

Love davrielle (dove).

On the bus we are getting to know everyone better, practicing our sentence of Torah  for Shabbat with Rabbi Michael and Cantor Katie and hearing all the  stories of Israel from Jeremy, our tour guide.  We are in good hands as our bus driver, Avi has a Toronto connection. His cousin owns Dr. Laffa! The drive today was particularly beautiful. This time of year has luscious greens and multi-coloured flowers.  

Chodesh tov! Happy new month of Nissan.