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Middle East » Israel
March 2nd 2018
Published: March 3rd 2018
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In this my final blog of my recent trip to Israel, I find myself deeply conflicted and immersed in a dilemma, which is the reason for my delay in publishing. How do I write a summation of this unique exposure which adequately captures what I experienced and saw, yet expressing it in such a manner recognizing that, first and foremost, this is a travel blog, which should exude with enticement for my... Read Full Entry



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Roger Sutherland
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My name is Roger and I am originally from the Caribbean island of Saint Lucia but now live in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. My wife Jeanette and I have traveled to all the continents with the exception of Antarctica but nevertheless still have many other countries and areas that we wish to experience in the future. So far we have visited nearly 76 countries and territories worldwide, some of which we have visited multiple times and counting. We are particularly attracted to Europe and as an example, have visited Belgium six times and Spain four, making it eight times on the continent as of July 2... full info
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Worship at the King of Kings Church.Worship at the King of Kings Church.
Worship at the King of Kings Church.
This is a compelling Messiah-centered community that I attended twice.
Wearing the Yarmulke or Kippah.Wearing the Yarmulke or Kippah.
Wearing the Yarmulke or Kippah.
Out of respect I donned this headwear while praying at the Western Wall.
Trying on the Palestinian headgear at a nearby merchant.Trying on the Palestinian headgear at a nearby merchant.
Trying on the Palestinian headgear at a nearby merchant.
Posing with visiting priests from Canada.Posing with visiting priests from Canada.
Posing with visiting priests from Canada.
Posing with Noi, young IDF soldier.Posing with Noi, young IDF soldier.
Posing with Noi, young IDF soldier.
Another soldier gave me her name. They are mostly all young people.
IDF outside the front door of our three-month home.IDF outside the front door of our three-month home.
IDF outside the front door of our three-month home.
Gee writhes in discomfort as a cast is removed.Gee writhes in discomfort as a cast is removed.
Gee writhes in discomfort as a cast is removed.
A series of casts following her accident in Jordan - first Jordan, then Israel, ending with the air-cast or boot.
On the tram.On the tram.
On the tram.
This rapid service was very valuable to us as we moved around the city.
Pilgrims on the Via Dolorosa.Pilgrims on the Via Dolorosa.
Pilgrims on the Via Dolorosa.
A Jewish section of Old Jerusalem.A Jewish section of Old Jerusalem.
A Jewish section of Old Jerusalem.
Note the more prosperous nature as compared to the Arab sector.
Food vendor in east Jerusalem.Food vendor in east Jerusalem.
Food vendor in east Jerusalem.
The aroma of grilling lamb and beef was absolutely mouth watering.
Ever alert military, outside the old city.Ever alert military, outside the old city.
Ever alert military, outside the old city.
At Mahane Yehuda Market, west Jerusalem.At Mahane Yehuda Market, west Jerusalem.
At Mahane Yehuda Market, west Jerusalem.
An incredible array of food and other merchandise was available in this market. The bread was especially lovely.
Soldiers patronize a popular shop in west Jerusalem.Soldiers patronize a popular shop in west Jerusalem.
Soldiers patronize a popular shop in west Jerusalem.
King David's tomb, Jerusalem.King David's tomb, Jerusalem.
King David's tomb, Jerusalem.
Only male worshipers allowed in this area. The women's access is on the opposite side and the area is much smaller.
Journalist interviewing near Damascus Gate.Journalist interviewing near Damascus Gate.
Journalist interviewing near Damascus Gate.
Most of the demonstrations in Jerusalem , post trump announcement, took place in the vicinity of Damascus Gate.
Palestinian sign concerning Jerusalem.Palestinian sign concerning Jerusalem.
Palestinian sign concerning Jerusalem.
Pro trump signage in west JerusalemPro trump signage in west Jerusalem
Pro trump signage in west Jerusalem
Similar signs littered Jerusalem following Trump's recognition of the city as Israeli's capital.
Remains of the Roman main street running through the old city centre.Remains of the Roman main street running through the old city centre.
Remains of the Roman main street running through the old city centre.
Zion gate, Jerusalem.Zion gate, Jerusalem.
Zion gate, Jerusalem.
Note the bullet holes from a previous conflict.
Gee shops in west Jerusalem for Dead Sea products.Gee shops in west Jerusalem for Dead Sea products.
Gee shops in west Jerusalem for Dead Sea products.



3rd March 2018

Ed
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Great blog
Thanks very much for your great blog. You wrote beautifully and with conviction of your personal feeling and view which makes your blog so wonderful to read. The inclusion of history and quotes makes it a lession. I'm already looking forward to your next journey!!!
3rd March 2018

naomi rattray
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Trying the Arab and Jewish headgear
is symbolic for your openness to both sides! You have compassion all around
3rd March 2018

Whirl Traveller
Roger Sutherland

Thank you.
I love people everywhere I go and appreciate the circumstances under which many of them live, cementing my appreciation for both St. Lucia and my adopted country, Canada.
4th March 2018

Pam
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Well Written Blog.
A beautifully written and honest assessment of the situation at present in Israel. It is als an unbiased and it was a pleasure to read.
6th March 2018

Norm Sutherland
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Israel
Good impartial blogging. But as I thought politics changes peoples' perceptions of reality. Remove politicians with vested interests and communities will thrive as God intended
6th March 2018

Heather Gun-Munro
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Israel
Words fail me to express what a great blog and great time you both had in Israel and beyond. How I wish my trip was a quarter of what you saw and experienced. As I usually say, your blogs take me right into the excperience itself as though I was there too. Excellently written and described from all angles. Thanks for sharing
12th January 2019

Josephine Choy
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Thank you for sharing Israel - scratching the surface!
The vivid seemed live description of "Israel - Scratching the surface!” touched my heart and soul, upon reading, it brought tears to her eyes! Be humble. Be kind. Be wise. Love the world, we are all the same!
13th February 2019

Whirl Traveller
Roger Sutherland

Thank you Josephine
I have only today noticed your comment about my blog on Jerusalem because I have not had time recently to check my blog until today. I am pleased that you have been touched. It is a very special place that I hope to return to some day, God willing.

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