Hey, Carl-
I also live close to The Wall. It is a magnet to the soul, I assure you.
The first time can be very hard. Some just can't do it. Most people would never understand.
If you can make it down here- AND THIS GOES FOR ALL MY BROTHERS AND SISTERS... gimme a shout, and if there is ANY way I can go, whether you've been there before or not, I'd consider it a duty and honor to meet you there or take you there. I know the AO.
Lumpy