Messages that are sent to info@marchoftheliving.org are added to this site. Participants will probably not see these comments until their return. Another place to post messages is on the MOL UJA/Federation site.

Dear Marissa....We have not seen the photos of Israel yet on the InterNet...however, after seeing the photos in Poland all week and then of Treblinka and Jedwabne, we realize that we are merely looking at these pictures, you have been there, and the full-hearted tearful emotions that we are experiencing, cannot possibly mirror the pain that you have been living through ! Thank G-d we have an Israel ! And Thank G-d that we were able to talk to you on the phone along with your parents and sister. With our love, Bubbie Laura and Zaydie Syd Bowman, Peterborough, Canada.

Dear Laura, We check the site everyday for pictures and to track your progress. We are so proud of you for wanting to be a part of this incredible experience. We love you! Alison, Jay and Sammy Mershon

Dear Lindz, Your journey through Poland has ended tonight, as you depart for Israel.Judging from your upbeat voice and all the excitement in the background- everyone is thrilled to be leaving this dark place in Jewish history. To be able to follow your every move through the net was amazing and comforting. As we watch you walk through the horific path's that your grandparents did at exactly your age, we were filled with emotion. We are convinced that no one can possibly comprehend the magnitude of this trip. Lindz, to you and your fellow marchers we are most impressed by your thirst for knowledge and understanding of the worst genocide of mankind. Your group has shown a real sense of maturity and dedication to Jewish heritage. You have all been extremely courageous and we at home are so very proud. Enjoy Israel and party hard. Your last task awaits all of you- to educate future generations and keep youe jewish pride and identidy alive. We miss you and anxiously await for your safe return home. Love and kisses, Mom, Dad and Casey mtl

so pleased to hear that you are having a great time--it must be a fabulous experience. Just looked at the pictures- you look so happy and involved. You are so forunate to have thismoportunity to discover the roots of many Canadians in Eastern Poland and then to continue to Eretz Israel, to the jewish homeland. I only wish that I had been as fortunate as you are to be involved in such a heart rendering experience. Be safe and come home enriched with your knowledge and love of our heritage Fondly, Gloria Howard

We smile with you and cry with you every day. We miss you sooo much. We wish you an incredible and safe rest of the trip! We can't wait for you to come home so you can put a story to each of these pictures! Love Paula Brott & Leanne Greenberg (Montreal)

Our dearest Alana. Shalom and welcome to Israel. We have followed every step of your journey and are so happy you are finally in Eretz Yisroel. You and your fellow marchers have experienced the most horrific of sights and we share all the pain you have suffered. Your journey to the past now leads you to the celebration of the present and has well prepared you for your role in building the future. Yasher Koach to all the marchers - we are so proud of all of you!! Alana - we love you so much - enjoy every moment in Israel. xxx ooo xxx Mom, Dad, Stephen, Maty, Grandma, Papa & Justin

Darling Shira and All participants, We have a home-land that is ours, now and forever you can express and appreciate all the joy & happiness that you feel as a Jew. You have waited so long to see Israel enjoy! We are so proud of you all. Am Yisroel Chai The Herson Family ( Melbourne Australia)

To the Marchers, We've followed your journey through poland, and saw how courageous you all were. Enjoy your time in Israel, have fun and be safe. We miss you and cant wait for you to return. Love Rachel Moscovitz and Lisa Backman (Montreal)

Dearest Iris, As I scroll down each and every page of this chronicle, I search for the your image amongst the myriad of faces that is presented. The beauty, innocence and sheer awe expressed in the photos is truly a sight to behold. As each day passes I am struck by the fact that you are a part of an unforgettable journey. You have decided to accept the responsibility of sharing your experience with others who need to hear your story. You are a witness that must speak for those who cannot speak for themselves. As you reach Israel, the mood is surely quite different from a mere nine months when we were there together. Let us pray that peace will again flow in the Land of Milk and Honey. I miss you and await your return. Love, Linda

Dear Jenna, To you & your Fellow Marchers- what an amazing journey of life you are on! We are so very touched by theseincredible photos - we wait breathlessly each day to see more & more... It issuch a privilige for us to be able to share this with all of you! We are sofar away yet we all feel connected. Jen, words cannot describe the love & pride we feel in our hearts knowing that you so bravely marched from Auschwitz to Birkenau just as your Nana & her family did so many years ago... We have shed tears of pain with you in Poland and now we wait anxiously to laugh & celebrate with you in Israel. We hope that you will be able to share your experiences with others because you are all the future teachers to show why we must never forget! Jenna, have the best time in Israel! We love you, think of you constantly and can't wait to see you!!! Love & kisses, Mom, Dad & Ryan ( The Schwartz Family - Montreal)

Bruchim Habaiim !Welcome To Israel. I am soooo envious of you spending YOM HAATZMAUT in Israel. Have a ball painting the country BLUE and WHITE!

Dear Stewart, We feel that we are sharing your footsteps and your emotional experiences through the pictures and quotes from the web site. We are all so proud of you and your fellow marchers. We wish you lots of good luck, health and happiness. We love and miss you very much. Irwin, Patti and Aaron Litvack (Montreal)

Dear Brad R and all on MoL, It has been so moving to see the amazing pictures as you visit each of the places on your trip. We can sense the overwhelming emotion you are all experiencing. May the rest of your trip be as inspiring. Am Yisrael Chai!!!!! All our love, Hilton and TJ (Jan), United Kingdom

Dear Cori : We are so proud of you and your fellow marchers, WOW what a journey!!! we have been following you and cant imagine what kind of things you have seen,you are very strong!!!! Just enjoy and be SAFE!!! with all our LOVE Laurie, Jeff ,Jessica, Carly & WINNY XOXOXOX

Hi there Kangaroos and Wallabies, Our hearts go out with you as do our emotions on sharing such a unique spiritual and historical experience. Life is the total sum of one's experiences and one can't clap with one hand.. You have to be able to share.Being able to share such a wonderful unique experience with old and new friends is something that you will all have together for the rest of your lives.. Love to you all, Ken, Hilary-Anne, Ali and Grandpa Isaac and Granny Ros Wolfsohn

Dearest Julie: What a wonderful experience you are having especially since you are now in Israel. I did not go to Israeo until I was in my middle 40's and I can still remember my emotions and feelings when I visited there. Enjoy every minute sweetheart! If you are anything like me, you will gain a love for this wonderful land and want to return again and again. I only wish for peace in Israel and for this brave people to have a secure future. Have a safe trip home Julie, I can't wait to hear all about this once in a lifetime trip. Love Nanny

Hi Robyn: It's great to see you in so many of the pictures. The March is such a great trip and is the only time you'll ever travel surrounded by so many friends!! Have a fantastic time the rest of the trip in Israel. Yom Ha'atzmaut was my favorite part. Take lots of pictures. Love cousin David in Seattle. (MOL 1992)

hi stephie, we are so proud of you and all the marchers. we have been following your trip on the internet and get so excited when we see a picture of you. we will be looking forward to hearing about your experiences and seeing your pictures. i know that you are in Israel by now where a week of fabulous adventures await you. I'm sure you will all be enjoying the wonderful Israeli breakfasts and other good meals--a welcome change I'm sure. we got back to vancouver on the 22nd and it has been raining since we arrived--but everything is nice and green. we will be leaving for calgary on may 4th and will look forward to our little family reunion on the may long week-end. i hope you and the whole group enjoy the rest of your trip and have a safe journey home. we love you and send hugs and kisses. babba and zaida.

Attn Laura Miller everyone is envious especialy me, your zaidy in toronto.I'm extremely proud of my grandaughter showing her family and friends her dedication to her faith, and to 'AH' Zaidy Mike Czutrin, who we all know is looking on you with the biggest smile and glow of love possible. We all send our love and admiration. See you soon. Zaidy and Bubie Miller

Darling Shira and All participants, We have a home-land that is ours, now and forever you can express and appreciate all the joy & happiness that you feel as a Jew. You have waited so long to see Israel enjoy! We are so proud of you all. Am Yisroel Chai The Herson Family ( Melbourne Australia)