I was very excited to go to Israel. When I was on the plane I was jumping up and down with excitement. Joning me on the trip is my mom, dad, Erynn, Jarett, Uncle Ira, Uncle Gregg, Pop Pop and Grandma. Flight was very smooth and sitting in first class was very comfortable. When we landed we were met by immediately by our escorts who got through customs and baggage claims quickly. We met our tour guide Raz (RA ZED). He is a very cool guy.

First stop was a beautiful scenic view of the old city of Jerusalem where we said the traditional prayer upon arrival in Israel.

Next we went to the Israeli Museum which has a recreation of the old city of Jerusalem from approximately 2,000 years ago. It also had an exhibit of the Dead Sea Scrolls.

"This is my second trip to Israel but it is extra special because I am with my family and for my nephew's bar mitzvah", said Uncle Ira.

Signing off for now. We have a big day tomorrow.