Day one – Krakow
April 24, 2006
When we arrived in
Poland we noticed how rapidly our group’s emotions changed – we became serious, focused, and very curious. As the day went on, though we were tired, we happily walked through the streets of
Krakow and learned from Rabbi Matanky and our other chaperones. At the Rama Shul we sang a Carelbach nigun that really united our region –
Chicago,
Dallas, and
Kansas. So far, things have been running smoothly and we’ve already learned so much about our pasts. We are really anxious for tomorrow’s march, but we still have so much to do today (kick off event, learning, unpacking, etc.).
Love,
Hanna Sorkin and Dani Singer
April 24, 2006 at 10:11 pm
Wow!
It’s hard to believe that you are all in Poland and the MARCH is actually tomorrow. So much has gone into this event. Take advantage of this most memorable opportunity, so that you can tell the story as you will have lived history.
Much love to all,
Jacquie’s MOM
April 24, 2006 at 11:58 pm
ditto..on the wow!!! can’t believe you are actually there. keep writing. it is wonderful for us to know where you are, what you are seeing and to know your emotions. it is so different than reading an itinerary. you are all so blessed to be experiencing this piece of history and such a global atrocity. journal journal because it will be so much to take in and will be up to all of you to pass on! i hope this is a real bonding experience for all of you and it will enrich your feeling and knowledge of your religious heritage. my thoughts are with all of you.
love to all of you!!
zak’s mom (meemo)
April 25, 2006 at 2:03 am
HAPPY BIRTHDAY SHANE!!!!!
love, mom dad jessica jennifer adam kylie baker motzie and the black neighbors. oh and pa
April 25, 2006 at 2:12 am
and jack the black dog
April 25, 2006 at 1:23 pm
It was great to hear from you. Please, keep writing. Your presence there is so important for so many reasons. It is personal and symbolic at the same time. Be strong. We are thinking about all of you. May your trip be meaningful, memorable, and safe.
Love,
Hanna’s Mom
April 27, 2006 at 1:43 am
Hey Rebekah and Katja, hope this trip is everything you expected and know that we all love you and miss you. What an opportunity you have. Thanks for the phone call and I hope you get the phone card worked out.
Kelly
April 27, 2006 at 4:56 am
alex, WRITE!
April 28, 2006 at 5:54 pm
After all of the things you have seen and learned I wanted to make sure that I got this message in to Alitza: It’s almost Shabbat in Poland, I’m hoping for you to get this message after Havdalah. We didn’t want to miss giving you a “Happy Birthday, we love you!” greeting!
XOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXO to you all, Mom and Carlye