Mission Belize 2009

January 31 Lamanai, Belize

Up 0600L – 0700L Breakfast
Devotional – Psalm 8 read by Bobby, then his favorite Job verse – Job 36:26.
“How great is our God – beyond our understanding?”

Off on a day of recreation to Orange Walk in the north – actual destination was the longest lived Mayan Ruin of “Lamanai” (submerged crocodile). It was 2 hour drive, followed by a 1.5 hour (26mile) boat ride through the jungle, followed by a 1 mile walk through the jungle and climbing the ruins – most notably the “high temple.” (see photo) This place was settled about 1500 B.C. and was still in operation when the Spanish arrived in 1500 A.D. – 3000 years! Most Mayan cities mysteriously went into decline and disappeared by around 900 A.D.

We had a Jewish woman, Judy, from New Jersey join our group – not by accident, I’m sure! She fit in well, and seemed to enjoy our camaraderie too.

Great day! Great weather! Great opportunity! Great friends! There was lots of laughter, joking and good will.

More Tomorrow!