Quote Originally Posted by Fluidic Kimbo View Post
When they entered the gas chamber and took their clothes off, one of the men was looking at the child, probably at first noticing that he had a full head of hair, and I thought he might notice that the child wasn't circumcised. But I wanted it to happen. I didn't want the SS guy to get there in time. And then as the SS guy stood outside, I felt good about it.



In March I'm going to Italy to a meditation centre for 10 days of silence, and occasionally I have to leave those courses early, so my backup plan is to get on a train to Poland to go see Auschwitz and Birkenau.
FK,
If you haven't been to Poland; you're going to love it.

Krakow, the city closest to Auschwitz, is the biggest tourist attraction in Poland; the most visited city in the nation. In and around the rynek (market square) there are like 5 UNESCO sites, all within walking distance of each other. If you are coming here, you will have to stay at least 2 nights. Outside of the city there is the Salt Mine in Walyczka. This, along with the concentration camp, is a must see; you will not be disappointed. There are some cool cafes and bars, along with a lively student fueled night life, if you are into that. Don't come here while on a diet, because Polish cuisine is traditionally fatty, but the food is pretty good, but coming from Italy, anywhere you eat is likely to fall far short.

You'll be able to check online, concerning tours to the two camps. You will need to register in advance (I imagine a minimum of 24 hrs, but I don't know for sure, as my old army buddy booked the French speaking tour himself, so I don't know the details.). Concerning the tour: I urge you to spend a bit more and get yourself a more comprehensive tour. The tour that we were on; we were like running a marathon throughout the two camps, with the guide pressing us to keep moving, as the next group was hot on our heels. So, go with a longer, more costly tour.

If you are coming out here, I will come to the city to meet you face to face, if you would like. As long as it is a Saturday (maybe, depends on my bi-weekly university schedule) or a Sunday. I wouldn't want to visit the camp, but the city; I would be down for a tour. We (my girlfriend and I) are going to be in the city in March, for two nights; I'm taking her for her first time visit to a swingers club, which is located just outside of the city; so I may already be there. Shoot me a DM and keep me posted of your plans.