Last night we had a delicious dinner at the Bedouin Camp. We all sat on the floor and ate from very low tables. It was really great. We walked around in the desert for a while by the light of the almost full moon. Unfortunately you cannot see too many stars, because the moon was so bright and reflects on the light colored sand. I love camping and hiking so this little trip was perfect! The camp was lovely in a very rustic sort of way. It reminded me of being at some sort of a camp for backpackers in Africa. We learned about some of the culture and customs of the people at the camp.
We had a campfire and sang songs and I had the most wonderful moment just being silent in the presence of God. I feel closest to God when I am outside in nature. I love taking time to be silent and just listen. We were sleeping across from the guys so we had a sugar packet war right before we all fell asleep. I am still in the rock assassination game so I fell asleep clutching my rock, because Kevin was just too close for comfort.
We woke up just in time for the sunrise. I caught my breath as the sun came up over the mountains. It was gorgeous. Some things you just cant describe with words. Breakfast was delicious. We then climbed up a mountain to get to the fortress of Masada. Herod originally built it—but later on there was a dramatic story of the Jews revolting against Roman rule. The Romans came to attack and the Jews had to decide if they wanted their women to be raped and their children to be slaved. They killed each other off, except for a few women and children who lived to tell the story. What a tragic and moving ending.
Lastly, we went on an open-air truck through the desert with the view of the beautiful Dead Sea. The driver freaked us out a couple times but I love heights and danger so it was exciting. Then Mark took us to a little fresh spring but no one wanted to swim at first. The spring was full of Middle Eastern men. Noelle and I put our feet in and Noelle slipped and got soaked… so—we decided to go in! A couple of the guys went in with us. Then one of the Middle Eastern men standing around told about a secret water tunnel that led out somewhere. It was i n c r e d i b l e! Definitely one of the highlights so far of the trip was this secret tunnel we had to crawl/swim through. It was pitch black at times. Then we found a little waterfall and let the refreshing cool water wash over us. Amazing. Mark told us to change into dry clothes behind a tree... however, one of the men offered to let us in his house or shed or something. It was sketch but we can laugh about it now! Dance party tonight. What a memorable day.
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