Well, on Christmas day we took off for a much anticipated trip to Israel! This was the 10 year anniversary of Jacob and I meeting in this captivating and mysterious place. Bringing Grace along seemed to complete the whole picture for us. Here's a few snapshots from our wonderful adventure to the city that we love so much.
First, I have to note what a wonderful job Grace did traveling. She did an amazing job on the plane trips, barely having one fussy moment! She surprised us with her flexibility and ability to adapt. We know that it was an answer to many of your prayers! Jacob and I say that she did better than we did!
Jacob and Grace atop the Mt. of Olives. It was a very steep climb pushing Grace along, but well worth it.
This is pretty indicative of Grace's morning naps on the go. This is her and I waiting to hop a bus to the Israel Museum to check out the Dead Sea Scrolls.
A view of the Western Wall and Dome of the Rock from the Jewish Quarter. This was a very special place for Jacob and I to go when we were schooling in Jerusalem. So we made a point of it most nights to make our way there.
As any true daughter of ours would, Grace loved Falafel!
Grace also discovered chocolate in the form of Chacobo bars- An ice cream bar with a chocolate bar center that Jacob has had a craving for since the day he left Jerusalem. Like father, like daughter!
I know... I know... Kissy picture! But, I just couldn't resist considering that this was the very rooftop overlooking the New City Jerusalem where Jacob and I first met and then professed our love for each other.
Enjoying the Jewish Quarter.
This was our spectacular view from the King David, overlooking Jaffa Gate and the Old City Jerusalem. It was a perfect setting for our last night there.
Dad and Daughter at St. Peter's house in Capernaum.
Collecting sea shells along the Sea of Galilee, or as Gracie called it "Agua."
Beautiful sunset over the Sea of Galilee.
Grace walking the ramparts around the Old City.
The Fam at the Western Wall.
Our final night on the Mediterranean in Tel Aviv.
First, I have to note what a wonderful job Grace did traveling. She did an amazing job on the plane trips, barely having one fussy moment! She surprised us with her flexibility and ability to adapt. We know that it was an answer to many of your prayers! Jacob and I say that she did better than we did!
Jacob and Grace atop the Mt. of Olives. It was a very steep climb pushing Grace along, but well worth it.
This is pretty indicative of Grace's morning naps on the go. This is her and I waiting to hop a bus to the Israel Museum to check out the Dead Sea Scrolls.
A view of the Western Wall and Dome of the Rock from the Jewish Quarter. This was a very special place for Jacob and I to go when we were schooling in Jerusalem. So we made a point of it most nights to make our way there.
As any true daughter of ours would, Grace loved Falafel!
Grace also discovered chocolate in the form of Chacobo bars- An ice cream bar with a chocolate bar center that Jacob has had a craving for since the day he left Jerusalem. Like father, like daughter!
I know... I know... Kissy picture! But, I just couldn't resist considering that this was the very rooftop overlooking the New City Jerusalem where Jacob and I first met and then professed our love for each other.
Enjoying the Jewish Quarter. 
This was our spectacular view from the King David, overlooking Jaffa Gate and the Old City Jerusalem. It was a perfect setting for our last night there.
Dad and Daughter at St. Peter's house in Capernaum.
Collecting sea shells along the Sea of Galilee, or as Gracie called it "Agua."
Beautiful sunset over the Sea of Galilee.
Grace walking the ramparts around the Old City.
The Fam at the Western Wall.
Our final night on the Mediterranean in Tel Aviv.
