I had a wonderful trip. Not only did we visit some of the classic “bucket list” sites and have an amazing (if very challenging) experience with the God of Creative wonders on Mount Sinai, but we had a real window into the joy and difficulties faced by a fascinating longstanding society in a nation far different than our own. It was an eye opening cultural experience enriched by art, historical information, culinary adventures, music, shopping, and dance. The accommodations were lovely and unique. The hotel in Cairo was so good that many of us would have been excited to have a day just to enjoy that property alone. We had a very busy program of sightseeing throughout the itinerary, but were able to take advantage of some hours of relaxation on the Nile cruise while watching banana plantations and sugar cane fields slip past and out of view. Travel to a nation that is struggling in some areas reminds us of many things that we take for granted in our every day lives. We return home with thankful hearts for all we have seen and have been given. The trip was unforgettable on a number of levels. A living introduction to civilization, the human condition, differing religions, a long developed culture, foreign language, and the relationship that binds us together both in spite of and because of all these things. I feel blessed to have had the opportunity to participate in this adventure!