Tag Archives: Muslim

So, here we are!

Posted on August 7, 2013 by shakingtheshadowsfromtheolivetrees

We arrived late last night into Madaba and awoke really early this morning to ensure we were at the King Hussein Bridge for when it opened at 8am. We really need not have bothered as we went through all the … Continue reading →

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From the mouths of babes.

Posted on November 12, 2012 by shakingtheshadowsfromtheolivetrees

We had three children who did the trip to Palestine with us. Archie aged 9 was asked for school to do a little write up about his trip so I thought it would be interesting to ask the other children … Continue reading →

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Jerusalem

Posted on October 21, 2012 by shakingtheshadowsfromtheolivetrees

“And did those feet in Ancient times Walk upon England’s mountains green? And was the holy lamb of God On England’s pleasant pastures seen?” This hymn in it’s song form sprang from my lips as we alighted the bus opposite … Continue reading →

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