Nina's Notes - Monday, January 30 Today has been cold and rainy but it held off until we finished our expeditions this morning. We started the morning by going to Bethsaida which is located of the northern shore of the Sea of Galilee. The name Bethsaida means "House of the Fisherman" and Peter, Andrew and Phillip were believed to have been from this town. Recent excavation in the city has unearthed portions of a massive wall that surrounded the city, and we were able to see a portion of the gate and the road leading to the entrance of the city. You can also see a portion of the structure that was a residence and also the winemaker's house. These structures were from the 1st century After we left Bethsaida we headed to the Sea of Galilee where we took a boat ride across the sea. It was a little windy and choppy on the sea, but none of us got sea sick. We were able to discern how close the cities where Jesus ministered and spread the good news are to one another. Next we visited a museum that holds a boat dating back to the time of the disciples that was discovered. The boat is made of 11 different kinds of wood. In the picture you see the steel frame holding up the remains of the wooden boat. We stopped for lunch at a roadside place and ate falafels that were yummy! Then the rain started as we were headed back for rest and reflection.