I'm reviving my blog. I typically use this blog for my trips. I'm getting ready to take an awesome trip so it's time to start writing. I leave January 17th for Israel. I have checked the 2 hotels I'll be staying in and they both have wi-fi so the plan is to keep everyone up to date on a daily basis, time permitting. I am going through the process of deciding what to pack. It seems the weather will be in the 50's. That's cold enough for a coat , but not freezing. I'd like to just carry one suitcase with a carry-on. But that just gives me 50 lbs. I think I can do it, but we'll see. I have a conference call Tuesday night with the trip leader so I should have more details then. Passport is ready, don't need an additional shots than I've already gotten for previous trips. I have my tickets so Isreal here I come. I'm excited and ready to go!