At 4 o'clock the phone starts ringing. My 1roommate Trisha is eager to start the day on time, so she is always the first one up. While she is getting ready, me and my other roommate Liz are still in bed. After I realise I probably won't be sleeping anymore I also get up. The … Continue reading A day in the field

The board is ready. The morning photo of the situation is done. I just love how something little like new boards can bring joy. I am working on Field B which is the best field if you ask me. Our supervisor is the legendary Paul Ray and I couldn't be happier to work and learn … Continue reading Locus 1

Waking up super early means you will have a long day, you will be tired all day long and you will see the sunrise!!! Yes, the felling that the sun came up just around the corner to say "good morning" is the best part of day for me. After that you are ready for everything. … Continue reading Let the games begin

Caves are fun. If they let you in. One cave at the site is heavily guarded by a huge thorn bush. But another one is accessible. Of course it is not an easy entrance. Especially when you have other people lined up to go down the rabbit hole.

The site is full of surprises. It is full of grass and wild flowers and rocks are everywhere as expected. Remains of the wall?! A gate? Can't wait to start the dig.

Today we finally got to see the beautiful site. It was waiting for us like a mystery waiting to be unveiled. The road to site was bumpy but the view from the site was breathtaking. Although it is not the highest point in the area you can imagine it overlooking the roads in the past. … Continue reading Introduction to Khirbet Safra

Istanbul Airport used to be magical, but it was so crowded I felt relief when the plane took off for Amman. Arriving at Amman Queen Alia Airport in the middle of the night made me realise I have never seen the airport during daytime, but my heart was pleased to be back. It almost felt … Continue reading Madaba home

I always have mixed feelings when going abroad. It is difficult to go anywhere without my boys. It is stressful to think what have I forgotten to pack. Will my trip go well? It is also an opportunity to get away from daily routine. A chance to see new places. Meet new people. Try new … Continue reading Leaving Zagreb

washing clothes, buying snacks, choosing a book for the flight... it starts just like any other journey to the other side of the world