Max determined, then and there, that he would escape from this horrible place or die in the attempt.

If Max had any doubts about attempting to escape, this conversation alleviated them. He would not end up like the men and women in the pit . . .

Without Max including me in his plans . . . I would not be here today. I thank Hashem, every day, for sending me an angel named Max Lewenstein. As I look out at his wife and beautiful family, his children and grandchildren, remember, you too would not be here today if not for the extraordinary bravery of the angel, Max Lewenstein.

I do not question His judgment. I am grateful to the Almighty for the time he gave me and the rich life I have enjoyed. I am most grateful for my wonderful children and grandchildren . . .