I jumped ahead nine hours and the flight from New York took 9.5 hours, so it is now Saturday evening, and I'll be sleeping soon since I tried to lightly nap in order to force myself to sleep and recover from he jet lag quicker.
I'm sitting outside my hotel enjoying a light breeze, temps in the 70s and the aroma of Middle Eastern spices from the nearby restaurant. I went on a short walk to the Old City section but did not go in. It is the sabbath here, Shabbat and is relatively quiet. Also, I understand part of the Old City is shut down due to a shooting of two police officers by Palestinians who then shot themselves Friday morning in the Muslim Quarter.
I have already met three people from my group, a mother and daughter who rode with me here from the airport and a young man from Canada. I am thrilled to be here and feel safe and peaceful.
Will post more tomorrow. I have the day to explore.
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