I have had such an incredible 48 hours.

We arrived in Alexandria, Egypt yesterday morning. We visited the catacombs which were underground tombs from around 200 AD (class--what does A. D. stand for?) We weren't able to take photos from underground, but once, again--I have some fabulous stories. I will post some photos I was able to take from outside the tombs.

The drive through Alexandria left me with a variety of emotions. I was sad that there was so much litter everywhere. (I am very proud that we value litter-free streets and do our best to help our environment.) I was VERY glad that I was not driving--there weren't lines in the streets--so drivers would make their own! Constant honking! I would see mini-vans with so many people--4-5 in the front two seats, at least 12 in the remaining seats! I saw one van that had the door taken off and two people hadtheir legs hanging out the door--and we were on a highway!!!

In the afternoon, we drove 3 hours to Cairo. I checked into a beautiful hotel; I had a balcony that looked over the Nile River!! Last night I went to the Egyptian Museum. O.M.G. I saw many mummies--their faces and arms (and sometimes, feet) exposed. I was very excited to see Ramses II. I was also excited to see the husband of Hatshepsut!! Then, I walked on--and there WAS HATSHEPSUT!!! I SAW HER!! And, of course, next--I saw the son. Hmmmmmm...
King Tut's exhibit nearly brought tears to my eyes. I saw HIS THRONE!! (You know--the one that is pictured in our book--the one where his wife is touching his shoulder) It is all gold and the colors and jewels are still vibrant. The picture in our book doesn't do it justice. I also saw his mask--the famous King Tut mask that covers our textbook. It was brilliant. It was also so very special to be in the museum at night. There were few people there; we had the museum to ourselves. We were able to have an Egyptologist with us explaining details and answering our questions.

Students--you have your "What Do I Know About Egypt" test on Monday. I already know how proud I am of you--you have learned so much!