A Very
Special Thanks to the People who made this Experience possible in
the Holy Land
Fareed Mahameed was the first connection made by the US Embassy. What a gracious and helpful man!
Saleh and Luda -- parents of Fareed, who live in Um-El-Fahem. They welcomed me into their home with open arms.
Administration, Staff, and all of my Habibis -- at the Hekma School in Um-El-Fahem. The delightful students were thrilled to practice their English and paint.
Mahmoud -- the best student translator in the bunch!
Mohamed Anis -- for (unsuccessfully) trying so hard to convert me to Islam.
Luda and Amina -- for giving me such a wonderful taste of Palestinian food.
Maria and Rami -- fellow travellers with adventures near and far from home
Leon -- the friendliest person in Nazareth, the first to show me Arab hospitality.