Everything works out so smoothly today.  Crossing the border into Jordan via Aqaba is much simpler than I can think of.  And amazingly, much faster than I expected.  From the time the ferry landed in the port, to the time I stepped out of the custom, it only took 25 minutes.

The mob of taxi drivers that I expected were not there.  Things are so much more in order than Egypt.  Without much hassles, Rebecca, Jeff and I hired a taxi for JD30 to go to Petra directly, which is about 2 hours from Aquaba.

First time since I depart the States, I actually see cars stop at the traffic light, and most importantly, they don't horn.  I have to say, Jordan is much more cleaner and civilized than Egypt.

I've heard that Jodians are very friendly.  Indeed, I experienced their hospitality immediately after I step into the taxi.  This friendly taxi driver, Yoseph, invited us to his hous for dinner.  I was a bit hesitate since I still got the bitter taste from Egypt, but we eventually decided to take the risk. 

And it turned out to be a lovely dinner with his family.  His four children are so cute, age from 6 to 13.  Had a great chat with his wife since she teachs English in middle school.  I am so glad that I have a chance to see how they live. 

These people's lifes are so simple. They don't have a fancy home, no expensive furnitures, don't have any gadgets that I can't live without, i.e., CD, DVD, computer... Yet they seems so satisfy.  Neighbors interact with each other a lot more than we do back home.  Their main entertainment at night is to get togather, have tea, and a good chat.

It has been a long day. I am wondering what life will bring me tomorrow.