Vintage Pics

Sand storm in Cairo

I woke up one day, looked out the window and was blinded by the sun.

I figured today would be a perfect day to see the Pyramids. I washed up,got dressed and took the elevator down to the street. As soon as I walked out the door the sunshine was gone and there was a chill in the air. It only took me one block to figure out I wasnt going to the Pyramids. The wind was picking up and it was getting darker and darker. So I figured I would take a walk into downtown. I took a few shots here and there but was reluctant to take my camera out after a while for fear of lens damage. I went to a burger joint there and ate. They had to have one girl hold the doors shut to the place because the wind would blast them wide open sending sand and dirt blowing through the entire place.

Theres a few before and after shots here. By the time I got home I looked like a sugar cookie.

Okay! The Great Pyramids II

Sorry I tried to add more photos but Im not able to upload any more for some reason. Internet still isnt up to speed yet here. Ill try again later. MERRY CHRISTMAS!

The Great Pyramids

Night Shots Mt. Olives

I dont remeber if I told you guys about all the stray cats in Jerusalem or not. When the British occupied Jerusalem years ago they brought their cats to combat the pesky rat problem. When they left they forgot their cats. So you'll see stray wildcats everywhere! Thats okay though. I'd rather have a cat problem than a rat problem. I came across this guy in the park one day. I thought it funny that the cats were so tame and trusting of him regardless of their street life. I asked him what his secret was. " I love them." he replied and later laughed "and FEED them."

This is Absaloms Pillar and Zachariahs Tomb on the S.E. wall outside the Old City.

SCUBA-RED SEA

Here was an interesting fellow I met in Eilat. Hes a professional photographer. It took him 20 yrs to complete his project here. The car is a Puegot. Its body is to resemble Noahs Ark. On top is the Temple of Solomon. Also if you zoom in around the Temple you can see 2 of everykind of animal.

On the hood is the 10 commandments.

Unfortunately I cant remember his name much less pronounce it. I do have his business card though. Anyone read Hebrew?

Well Im back from a week in Eilat. Had a nice relaxing time taking photos, SCUBA in the Red Sea and soaking up the sun. As soon as I arrived there and booked a room I decided to go out and trek through town and see what Eilat had to offer. The weather I thought was mild, maybe a little warmer than Jerusalem with a nice breeze blowing off the Red Sea. I wasnt really hungry so I didnt bother to eat till later that night. I also failed to drink ANY water. I would later regret that with a splitting headache and wanting to pass out every 100 yrds. Lesson learned.

SCUBA was my main goal and it was nice to be in the water again. Our dive boat actually had to depart from Taba, Egypt. Which is on the Sinai Peninsula. I was tempted to head straight to Cairo but that would be another 8-9 hrs on the bus. No thanks.

Eilat is small and quite removed from Jerusalem. Where as everyone dresses modestly and traditional in Jerusalem, bikinis and saggy pants are the norm in Eilat. Unfortunately its not immuned to terrorist activity. Its last bombing was just last year.

So yes I will be going to Cairo. Probably mid Jan. From what I hear this would be a low season for them and would be alot cheaper. On my way to Cairo I will likely stay another night in Eilat and visit Petra at this time as well.

However before that I need to figure out where I will spend my Christmas. I was thinking Bethlehem. I might have to go a week or two in advanced to find a place. It might be pretty crowded already.