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Why Send Your Kid To Jewish Summer Camp? Because It Gets Him To Hebrew School
I recently discovered the secret to motivating my son to go to religious school. I stumbled upon it. Hours after Hebrew school last Tuesday while we were eating dinner, my son spilled the beans.
"I had a really bad sinus headache at school this afternoon and felt crummy. I almost went to Nurse Julie to ask her to call you and tell you that I couldn't go to Hebrew and that I needed to go home. But I was really looking forward to seeing Josh, so I decided to deal with it."
Wow! Impressive. Typically, an ailment would not need to be that bad to ask for a Hebrew school pass. But knowing that he would see Josh, his best friend from camp, trumped a headache and the pain that is known by Jewish children everywhere as Religious School. The bonds of friendship formed at Jewish summer camp were more powerful than I thought. Jewish summer camp was the gift that kept on giving.
Study after study has shown the power of Jewish camp on creating strong Jewish identities in participants. The Greenbook, published by the Jewish Funders Network to inform the conversation of the role of Jewish camp in fostering Jewish identity says,
"Simply put: Jewish camp works to help create a more vibrant Jewish future. Those who experienced summers at Jewish overnight camp are far more likely as adults to be engaged in the Jewish community. The 2011 Camp Works study compared adults who participated in Jewish overnight camp as children to Jewish adults who did not have a Jewish camp experience. The study found that those who attended Jewish camp are…55% more likely to feel very emotionally attached to Israel, 37% more likely to light Shabbat candles regularly, 21% more likely to feel that being Jewish is very important to them."
What the study does not say is that camp can motivate your children to want to go to Hebrew school, but apparently, it does that too! If it is possible to love camp more than I already do, I do.
When my son returned from camp, I suspected that this summer had been different from the previous four. The connections to friends seemed deeper. After all, he had now been with, for the most part, the same group of boys for five years. And he had discovered three years ago, that several of his camp friends lived in Dallas and went to our synagogue. Summer plus seeing each other twice a week at temple had created a tight bond between these boys.
There is a case to be made for sending your child to any camp, Jewish, secular, near, or far. When a kid is at a camp that is the right fit for him or her, camp is magical. As someone who spent summers at a YMCA camp and now sees Jewish summer camp, I feel there is something uniquely magically about Jewish camp, something that creates a deeper community connection. And I could not be happier that we chose a regional camp rather than sending our son to one farther away because shared year-round experiences, including religious school, enhances the community connection. Something made clear to me last Tuesday night.
Jewish camp and the community connection it creates are getting my son to Hebrew school without complaint. That's a benefit of the Jewish camp experience that any parent who has driven Hebrew school carpool can cheer.
Summer Camp (Parent) Blues
Like many parents, for me this time of year signifies both an overwhelming sense of relief (Yesss! No more homework or projects!) and stress (What am I going to do with Roxy and Everett all summer?!?). This year has presented unique challenges for my family because I now work from home and can't possibly spend my days on the beach with the kids while juggling conference calls and Google Adwords, no matter how much I want to, nor can I physically run around with them at more than six months pregnant. Roxy wants to do "tween" things with her girlfriends and at 9 years old her focus is on nails, music and learning the latest dance craze. Everett at 6-and-a-half prefers to spend his days dreaming up new ways to make his sister crazy by setting up Lego booby traps around the house and playing pranks on her while idolizing every move she makes. The realization of needing summer activities came way too late, and suddenly school was ending and panic set in.
In my perfect world, this would have been the ideal summer for them to both start camp. Overnight camp. JEWISH overnight camp. And I felt like it would have been an uphill battle that only I understood. Their dad thought they were too young for overnight camp. The kids were apprehensive about going away where they didn't know anyone. My bank account laughed at me after talking to the Reform Jewish camp director and learning how much it would really cost me to send them. We talked about scholarships. I researched it online. I considered asking family for help. But in the end, it was not to be, because the kids had scheduling conflicts with local and family activities that made the discussion a moot point. Yet I ached inside, saddened to know yet another summer would go by without a Jewish camping experience.
Their dad and I finally worked out a plan for the summer and two weeks ago they started camp at our local town recreation center. They are loving their first camp experience, are there with both established and new friends and come home at the end of the day happy and exhausted. They love going on field trips and having action-packed days, but I know in my heart something is missing. My Jewish kids in Maine are completely disconnected to Jewish life now that school is over. Hebrew school doesn't start up until the fall. There are no holidays to celebrate. With the chaos of living in two houses, I'll admit that Shabbat just doesn't happen in our house every week. And when I go on Facebook I feel a twinge of jealousy when friends post pictures of their own happy campers being dropped off at a URJ overnight camp, and status updates of "I got my first letter in the mail from my camper!" because I'm wishing so deeply that Roxy and Everett were part of this tradition.
To add insult to injury, the kids have been obsessed with a book Everett received recently from PJ Library called No Baths at Camp!, which basically follows a child through each day of a Jewish camp experience through the beauty of Shabbat. They are enthralled by this book and the activities presented and take turns reading it to each other, carefully pronouncing the Hebrew words and reveling in the excitement of the Shabbat description presented. I take comfort as they absorb the experience through the words on the pages, yet desperately wish they could be there in person. We talk about it each time using words like "Next summer you'll get to do this" and "One day you'll help camp get ready for Shabbat" and "Do you think you'd be good at Israeli dancing?" I long for them to be part of Jewish overnight camp because I know how much of an impact it can have on identity and connection, especially after years of working professionally in the Jewish community. But who knows if I'm going to be able to financially pull it off next summer either. It's already looking doubtful.
The funny thing is, I never went to camp. I revolted against the idea as a kid, preferring to spend my days on the Jersey shore not recognizing what a precious gift camp could be for me until I was in high school and involved in NFTY (North American Federation of Temple Youth) and by then it was too late. I was old enough to be a counselor but too old to have created lasting friendships established over years of camp attendance. The majority of my Jewish friends understood this and as we entered adulthood and I recognized what a significant impact Jewish camping had on their lives, I promised myself that when I had children they wouldn't miss out like I did. Except here I am, a mom of two camp-aged kids with a third on the way and I couldn't figure out how to make it happen for them. I find this reality painful, especially living in Maine, where they are "the" Jewish kids at camp.
I cried one night when they were at their dad's house, feeling like I'm failing them. My boyfriend, who isn't Jewish, comforted me and agreed that if I couldn't make it happen this summer that next summer was a must, and how good it would be for both of them. To have him truly get why it was so important to me for them to be there means so much, because I know that when it comes time for this baby to be of camp age, there won't be a question, just love and support. He groans along with me when No Baths at Camp inevitably makes it's way into the living room, and I catch him laughing listening to them try to pronounce the counselor's name with an Israeli accent. Matt still doesn't have a clue about this whole Jewish thing, but he knows that having a connection to Jewish life is pretty important to me and the kids and has made it clear he'll help me navigate these types of hurdles when and as best he can.
The book is tucked away on the shelf for the time being and this summer I will embrace their first camp joys as well as I can, even if it's not what I want most for them. Summer is already going by faster than I'd like it to, and before I know it we'll be preparing backpacks for the first day of fourth and second grade while welcoming this baby into our family. Today I will look at this as a Shecheyanu moment, a thankfulness for new things, growth for all of us and an ever-evolving connection to our faith. It might not be a Jewish overnight camp, but Roxy and Everett have started along their own camp journey, one that will change over time, and maybe just maybe include some Israeli dancing.
Camp: the Shabbat of the Year
Last Friday morning I took my cup of coffee and my smoothie outside to my patio. I sunk into an Adirondack chair with my cup of Joe, breakfast, and the newspaper. It was early. I had finished my workout, my husband was asleep, and my son was at overnight camp. It was just the dog and me enjoying a few moments of peace before I got ready for work.
As I finished the paper and savored my last few sips of coffee, I felt a calmness wash over me. Hmm…I thought, a little bit of Shabbat to start my day. A preview of what was to come when the sun set. I peeled myself out of the chair and headed inside to shower.
While I was getting dressed, I remembered a video that my son's camp made a few years ago. There was a shot of Kabbalat Shabbat services. A teen camper was speaking about what camp had meant to her over the years and how it was unlike any of her year-round experiences. As she concluded her remarks, she said, "Camp is the Shabbat of the year." I smiled at the thought. The girl was right; camp was the Shabbat of the year for kids and parents.
I'm not suggesting that Shabbat with my son isn't special. On the contrary, it is the most meaningful and connective family experience of the week. Our daily lives are so hectic as we juggle work, school, sports and extracurricular activities that striking the match to light candles feels like crossing a finish line. We all relax into the evening, talk about things other than family logistics and linger over dinner so long, that I often find myself shocked to see that it's after 10 pm. Because of the magic of our family Shabbat, I guard our Friday nights. With few exceptions, we rarely deviate from our routine.
But the three-and-a-half weeks that my son is away at camp is deeply connective and spiritual in a different way. It is said, that to be an effective parent, we must take time for self-care and to care for our relationship with our spouse or partner. Often the time we take for ourselves consists of an hour workout, watching TV or reading after the kids go to bed, occasionally catching up with a friend over dinner or lunch or a little time at the spa or salon. The time we reconnect with our partner is called "date night" and is a couple of hours spent in a dark movie theater or talking mostly about our kids and plans. These moments are passable. They give us a pause or a break but are not especially rejuvenating.
The slower pace of our life when our son is at camp gives us time to be with friends without rushing to get to the next activity. It gives me a chance to spend some time each day with myself, alone in thought without distraction or just daydreaming, rather than thinking about the next appointment on my calendar. It gives my husband and me the opportunity every night to talk, not about what the plan is for the next day or who is picking our son up from sports practice, but about life, family, relationships, politics and more. It reminds me of our pre-child years and all the reasons I fell in love with my husband.
It would be difficult to celebrate the daily Shabbat moments that my husband and I enjoy when our son is away if our son wasn't safe and happy. This time is guilt-free because of the peace-of-mind that comes with knowing that our son is in a place that he considers sacred space with staff and kids who he thinks of as family.
Ten days before camp, we were in Austin for a water polo tournament. On the drive home, we passed the camp exit. When we saw it, I asked my son if he was looking forward to going. He said, "I can't wait. Three-and-a-half weeks of FREEDOM! It's the best. And I bet it's good for you and Daddy too. It's good for all of us to have a break."
Yes, camp is good for all of us. It's the Shabbat of the year.
Ugandans Nurture Jewish Identity at my Son's Camp
Last week my family hosted some of the international staff from my son's Jewish camp before they went to camp for training. We have done this for the past four summers and it's been a wonderful experience. Most of the staffers are Israeli, and we have built lasting relationships with them, giving us the opportunity to one day visit each of them in Israel.
This year, camp participated in a program with other Reform camps to bring young adult members of the Ugandan Jewish community to Jewish summer camps throughout the U.S. Most people's reaction when I mentioned that camp would have Ugandan and Israeli staff this year said, "There are Jews in Uganda?" Yes, there are Ugandan Jews.
About a week before the international staff arrived, I received an email from one of the assistant camp directors asking if my family would host the Ugandan, rather than the Israeli, counselors. "Of the families who can host next week, you immediately jumped to mind as someone who could provide the most hospitable experience for these two new staff members." How could I say no? Plus, it seemed like an amazing opportunity to learn and enable our entire family to experience the diversity of the global Jewish community.
Most Jews in Uganda are members of the Abayudaya ("People of Judah"), a 100-year-old community of nearly 2,000 Jews who live mostly in villages in Eastern Uganda. Unlike Ethiopian Jews, who are descendants of Israelite tribes that settled in Ethiopia, Ugandan Jews trace their Jewish origins to the turn of the 20th century and two powerful leaders, Joswa Kate Mugema, an influential Buganda chief, and Semei Kakungulu, who was selected by the British to be a Christian missionary.
Mugema and his tribe were dissident Protestants who were devoted to the Bible and adopted many Jewish traditions. They recognized Saturday as the Sabbath, violently opposed any sign of idol worship and forbade the eating or pork. Kakungulu, bitterly disillusioned by the British authorities, cooperated with the Mugema tribe, helping to spread its faith. During this period, Kakungulu was drawn to the teachings of the Old Testament and in 1919 he and his community began practicing Judaism.
When Idi Amin Dada rose to power in the early 1970s, he banned Jewish practice and many Jews were forced to convert to other religions. After the fall of Amin in 1979, the remaining members of the Abayudaya gathered to rebuild the Jewish tradition. Today, there are seven Jewish communities in Uganda and members try to come together as often as possible to interact, connect, worship and learn.
Our guests told us that Conservative rabbis in the early part of the 21st century began to come to Uganda to supervise the "conversion" of Uganda's Jews. Some in the global Jewish community did not see the Abayudaya as Jewish since they didn't have a biological link to Israel. While the rabbis viewed the ritual they were performing as a conversion, the community saw it as an "affirmation" of its Jewish faith. Our visitors told us, "Many people, especially in Israel, still do not accept us as Jews."
I told them that they were not the only Jews with this problem. I explained patrilineal descent and how the Reform movement accepts as a Jew anyone raised Jewish with one Jewish parent but that many non-Reform traditions and the Chief Rabbinate of Israel do not accept this definition of "Who is a Jew." We also discussed how those who convert to Judaism through a non-Orthodox tradition are also not considered Jewish according to some denominations and the Chief Rabbinate of Israel. I emphasized that they would meet many campers this summer who, like themselves, are not accepted as Jews by parts of the world Jewish community, and who, like them, feel strongly that their religious identity is Jewish.
The discussion made me think about how these two groups of Jewish outsiders would spend the summer nurturing each others' Jewish growth. I smiled as I thought about the richness outsiders bring to the Jewish tradition and how we outsiders are slowly becoming insiders thanks to the efforts of those, including InterfaithFamily, who believe that Judaism's tent is big, and its doors wide open.
Please, Just Call My Son Jewish
Earlier this month my family hosted some of the Israeli staff from my son's summer camp before they went to the camp for training. We have done this for the past three summers, and it has been a wonderful experience.
This year, the staff that we hosted had spent time with Birthright tours in Israel, and one had an American girlfriend who he met while serving as an IDF liaison to a trip. As he told us about her, he mentioned that she was Jewish. Really Jewish. Since 30 percent of Birthright participants have only one Jewish parent, I assumed that he meant that this young woman came from an inmarried family or was of matrilineal descent. A moment later, my young Israeli friend elaborated on the comment, "Her mother and father are both Jewish."
The language used was an immediate red flag because my son's camp was affiliated with the Reform movement and accepted as Jewish any child with one Jewish parent regardless of whether that parent was the mother or father. There would be many not-really-Jewish kids at camp. I wanted the counselor to understand that his language was not acceptable and could be hurtful to the very children whose Jewish identities camp was supposed to nurture. I need to say something.
I explained that since the camp was Reform, there would be many children from interfaith homes being raised within Judaism and that all were accepted and welcomed as Jews. I shared that there were no really-Jewish and not-really-Jewish campers. They were all Jewish. Drawing any distinction between kids from inmarried and intermarried homes was not in the spirit of camp, especially one that greets everyone with the phrase, "Welcome to Camp!" My guest said he understood.
The conversation made me think about the larger discussion about intermarriage not just in the US, but also in Israel. With the intermarriage rate in the US at 70% for non-Orthodox Jews, the success of American efforts to connect interfaith families to Judaism is hugely important to Jewish continuity and the relationship between American Jews and Israel. Many researchers and Jewish communal professionals in America see programs such as Birthright as significant opportunities to build the Jewish identity and connection to Israel of children of intermarriage. Program data proves that the trips are doing just that which is great news.
But working to create Jewish communities that are welcoming and inclusive of interfaith families needs also to happen in Israel. The old rhetoric about intermarriage that is still common among Israelis has to change if children of intermarriage are to develop a strong connection to the Promised Land. Let's face it; future generations of American Jews will mostly come from interfaith homes. If they feel disconnected and alienated from Israel, the historic ties between the American Jewish community and Israel will diminish.
But even with the trends we see in Judaism, change will be difficult because Israel's Ultra-Orthodox Chief Rabbinate controls religious law and services. Hopefully, over time and with political and religious reform, money, and more Israeli exposure to the diversity of Jews in America, we can at least get everyone to refer to children like my son as simply "Jewish."
Don't let the Weather Fool You, It's Time to Think Camp
While many people have apple cider and pumpkins, and maybe even turkey and holiday gifts on their mind, I'm thinking about camp. Part of why I have camp on the brain is that I just watched the American Camp Association's 2009 video "Because of Camp." My overnight camp posted it on Facebook.
How I, a die-hard former camper and lover of all things camp, did not see this video previously escapes me. It features celebrities, athletes and journalists speaking about how camp changed their lives. It made me reflect on how camp helped me realize that I was a good athlete even though I was always the smallest girl on the court or field.
It also made me think about how summer camp is affecting my son Sammy. He is discovering new passions and broadening his horizons, learning life skills and independence. Because his camp is Jewish, he is also deepening his connection to the Jewish people, and experiencing Judaism in ways that are often more relevant to him than religious school, services or home ritual.
The other reason I have camp on my mind is because it's registration season. Many Jewish camps open enrollment following Yom Kippur and offer early birds discounts. I signed up Sammy three weeks ago and paid a discounted rate. Now is also the period to investigate and apply for camp scholarships if this is a consideration.
If you or your children still have questions about camp, the fall and winter are the seasons to get answers. Check out camp videos online; attend a camp presentation at a synagogue, school, community center or private home, or schedule a meeting with the camp director when he or she visits your area.
Another reason that the time is right to think about camp is that between the fall and early spring, some camps invite existing and potential campers to camp for youth retreats. For first-time campers, these weekends are a chance to experience camp to see if they like it or are ready to be away from home. For returning campers, they are a great opportunity to reconnect with friends and make new ones before the summer. Sammy will be going to his camp for a retreat in early November, and he can't wait.
It sounds counter-intuitive, but sweater weather is really the best time to think about camp. June, July and August are great months to see camps fully operational, but apple season is when you should make your children's summer plans. To help you in your planning, refer to these InterfaithFamily resources:
Don't let the fall leaves and crisp air fool you. Now is the time to "think camp." You and your kids will be glad you did.
A Reminder to Diligently Teach Our Children
Before my son, Sammy, left for overnight camp, my husband made him commit to writing us weekly. Sammy was not happy about being forced to communicate with us while he was enjoying his four weeks of freedom from parental oversight. About a week before camp, he complained to me before bed.
"Daddy says I have to write to you once a week. I'm going to be too busy having fun! You know that. I told him you didn't care if I write. I'll write you one letter, but I don't want to have to do it every week."
"We would love to hear from you while you're away," I said, "but we also know that if we don't get a letter it's because you're having a great time."
"That's what I told Daddy!"
"Sammy, it's up to you whether or not you write home. Neither Daddy nor I will be at camp to make you write. We'd love to get an update on what you're doing, but it's your choice. It's not a big deal if you don't write."
I don't like contradicting my husband and giving Sammy mixed messages, but as a former camper, I also know the reality of camp–no news is usually good news. I was willing to suffer through a month of one-way communication.
But a few days after my conversation with Sammy, I changed my mind about him writing home. The catalyst for my change of heart was The Seesaw, the column about interfaith life in The Jewish Daily Forward.
As some Parenting Blog readers know, in addition to writing for InterfaithFamily, I am a contributor to The Seesaw. Shortly after my discussion with Sammy, I was asked to respond to a question submitted by a young woman raised in an interfaith home, who is now dating a Modern Orthodox man.
She said that her boyfriend asked her to dress modestly and participate in reciting blessings when they visit his mother. She goes along with his request even though it makes her uncomfortable. She asked, if she should continue to show respect to her boyfriend's mother, or if she should "put her foot down" before it's too late.
I began my answer by reminding the questioner of the fifth commandment. I said, "The Torah commands us to honor our parents by showing them appreciation, dignity, and reverence. It doesn't require us to love, blindly obey, or embrace our parents' choices." I added that even though her boyfriend's mother was not her mother, she still deserved deferential treatment. I also noted; that to get respect from others we need to show respect.
As I wrote my response to this young woman, I considered Cameron's request that Sammy write weekly letters and my response to Sammy "putting his foot down." I thought, "How can I advise this woman to show respect for her boyfriend's mother, and not ask my child to show respect to his father?"
I couldn't. So later that day, I spoke to Sammy. "You know how I told you that it was your choice whether or not to write to us weekly as Daddy has asked you to do?"
"Yeah," said Sammy.
'Well, I changed my mind. You do need to honor the commitment that you made to Daddy to write, and this is why: If you want Daddy to honor his commitments to you, such as taking you for your weekly father-son breakfast on Sundays or coming to school events, then you need to honor your commitments to him.
We respect the fact that you will be having fun and be busy doing things with other kids in your bunk during rest time. The letters you write do not have to be long and you can have fun with them, even be silly. But you have to write once a week as you promised Daddy. We work hard so that you can do fun things like camp. Writing to us shows us that you appreciate what we do to give you these kinds of experiences. Does that make sense?"
"Yes," said Sammy. Then in a perky voice, "Maybe I'll write a silly letter like that one we read on that blog, you know, where the boy said he was using his toothbrush to dig for worms and using another kid's to brush his teeth!"
"You can be as creative as you like as long as you follow through on your commitment," I said.
I didn't consider what the letter writing debate was about until I began drafting my Seesaw response. Then I saw it for what it was – an opportunity to reinforce a core Jewish value.
In Deuteronomy 6:5-8, we are told to teach God's words diligently to our children, but often, imparting the lessons of the Torah to our children only happens in religious school classrooms. We think teaching Jewish values and ideas needs be explicit–"This is what the Torah says." We forget, probably because we are caught up in our busyness, that there are opportunities in our daily lives to connect our actions and behaviors to Jewish teachings even in subtle ways.
The Seesaw question reminded me to be on the lookout for these opportunities. I don't expect to be present enough in every situation to seize each one of them, but hopefully I'll be mindful enough to grab them more often.
And in case you're wondering, Sammy has followed through on his promise. We've received two letters from camp.
Community: It's What Makes Camp Special
Last summer I wrote about that sometimes-indescribable element that makes Jewish summer camp special (See Jewish Summer Camp's X Factor). I said that I thought Jewish summer camp's specialness came from its sense of community and that feeling was recently reinforced when my husband and I brought our son to camp last week.
On the two-hour drive home after drop-off, my husband and I talked about camp and what makes the one we've chosen for our son such a wonderful experience for our family. As we talked, one word kept coming up: community.
We all have many communities that we are a part of including neighborhoods, synagogues, workplaces, schools, volunteer organizations, social media, and ethnic and cultural associations to name a few. But while my family finds connection and fellowship through many of these outlets, there is something unique about our son's camp community. As a camp staffer recently said in a blog post, "We have one of the most welcoming communities I have ever been a part of."
Now, this is not an advertisement for my son's camp, but I do think our experience is worth considering as you look at and evaluate camps for your child. Here are several things that make our son's camp community remarkable:
1) Community is built before opening day. A connection to camp is nurtured months and weeks before a child (and family) arrives for the summer. New families are matched with existing camp families in their area who have children in the same age group. The seasoned campers act as buddies for the freshman, welcoming them into the camp family and getting them excited for the summer. The families form relationships too and parents of existing campers become a resource for first time moms and dads.
Another way community is created pre-camp is through The Jewish Agency for Israel's summer shlichim program. This program places Israeli young adults in staff positions at Jewish summer camps in various countries including the United States. My son's camp brings the Israeli staff to the US several weeks before the start of summer for training.
When the Israeli staffers arrive, they spend two to three days with a camp family before traveling to camp for training and summer prep. This creates a beautiful home-camp connection. The families welcome the Israeli staff to Texas and the camp community, and in the 48 to 72 hour period, relationships are formed between the counselors and the families, deepening everyone's bond with camp.
We have been a host family for the past two years. It has been a great experience, especially for our son who greeted "our Israelis" with huge embraces on opening day.
2) Camp is for children and families. One thing that impresses us about our son's camp is that the experience is a family affair. While there is a tremendous focus on developing a child's relationship to other campers, counselors, and the camp itself, the camp also works to make the entire family a part of the community.
Camp starts on a Sunday, which allows parents to drop off their kids. This gives families a chance to experience the beginning of camp together, to visit the facilities, and meet the staff and other parents. Because of this opportunity to participate in the start of camp, we have developed relationships with the families of our son's bunkmates and stay in touch with them throughout the year.
On opening day, parents and campers reconnect in the field outside the camp gates while they wait to check in. In between lines of cars are clusters of parents and children, greeting each other with hugs, talking, laughing, and catching-up on each other's lives. Parents are encouraged to stay for lunch to continue the bonding. I think my husband and I had as much fun on opening day as my son did!
3) Audacious hospitality is practiced. One of the most notable things about our son's camp is its welcoming spirit. Hospitality is embedded in the camp's DNA and is embodied in the phrase, "Welcome to camp!"
The family guide begins with "Welcome to GFC." Counselors and campers yell out, "Welcome to camp" in videos. Staff and volunteers from the camp committee greet you with a hearty "Welcome to camp" when you arrive. Campers welcome visitors in the same way, without a counselor asking them to.
You might think that this phrase sounds canned and insincere, but it's neither. It's simply genuine hospitality practiced regularly, by many people, and in many ways. And it's contagious.
At lunch on opening day, my husband and I sat with a couple that was sending their child to overnight camp for the first time. Neither parent grew-up in Texas or had a prior connection to camp. When they told us this we said, "Welcome to camp!" We shared with them what we love about the place, and introduced them to "our Israelis" and other people we knew who stopped by our table. I'm sure that if their child continues at camp, that one day this couple will welcome another new family in the same way.
This community is a big reason why we chose this camp for our son. We like the super-sized (or Texas-sized) Jewish welcome, as do many kinds of Jewish families including inmarried, intermarried, multi-cultural, LGBT, and more. There is something special about hearing someone say, "Welcome to camp!"
As you evaluate camps, consider more than the facilities, philosophy, and cost. Think about community. It's what makes camp special.
Jewish Summer Camp: The Questions You Should Be Asking
Thinking of sending your kids to Jewish summer camp (this year or in the future)? Not sure where to start or what you might want to keep in mind about the experience of your child, a child of interfaith parents? It's possible you haven't considered any of these questions yet, but a camp that may seem warm and fuzzy may not be the most schooled in how to project an open and welcoming atmosphere to interfaith families.
Here's what Jane Larkin, InterfaithFamily parenting blogger, Jodi Bromberg, IFF CEO and Lindsey Silken, Editorial Director, suggest asking the camp director. (Of course, you'll want to adapt these questions as appropriate for your family.) And once you're ready to start searching for a welcoming camp, our resource page can help.
1. Do you welcome children of interfaith families at your camp?
2. Does the camp require that the child is being raised Jewish?
3. Can dual-faith or secular interfaith children qualify? What about children who are in the process of converting to Judaism? Does it matter which parent is Jewish?
4. Do you have a definition of who is considered Jewish by the camp and who is not? How is that communicated to staff and campers?
5. What's the percentage of interfaith campers and counselors at your camp?
6. What training or education do administrative staff get on working with interfaith families?
7. What training or education do counselors or CITs get on working with interfaith families?
8. What programming is specifically done regarding Jewish education, ritual or practice? (Ask yourself: How "Jewish" do you want your child's experience to be? There is a wide range of options.)
[Related questions to consider: Is the camp kosher or kosher-style? Is there Jewish education? Israel education? How frequent is it? Do the children pray? When? What about Shabbat? Is the camp aligned with a Jewish denomination or movement? Are Jewish clergy on staff? Are they welcoming and accepting of interfaith families?]
9. Will I receive information on what my kids are doing each week, including any Hebrew words that they are learning (or any other Jewish education), so that I can understand and participate?
10. Do you do specific outreach to children of interfaith families, or anything specific to ensure that they are welcome at your camp? And what will you do to ensure that my children are welcome at camp?
11. What philosophy does the camp emphasize? For example, Jane's son Sammy's camp places a strong emphasis on personal growth and positive self-image. They accept Jewish kids of every race and ethnicity, from a wide range of Jewish backgrounds including many who are from interfaith homes, with learning differences, etc. The camp's philosophy indicates that a significant amount of energy goes into making a broad spectrum of Jewish kids feel comfortable.
A few suggestions for parents:
1. Visit the camp. Go the summer before you are ready to send your child to see the camp in action. Take your child with you. Ask if the camp offers a family retreat weekend during the school year that your entire family can attend. The whole family can get a taste of the camp experience: see if they are comfortable with the Jewish aspect of the camp and meet other prospective camp families. Many families do this and friends their child makes during the weekend often plan to attend camp together or request to be in the same bunk during the summer.
2. Let your child experience overnight camp before they go to overnight camp for the summer. Many of the camps—especially those affiliated with a denomination or movement—offer weekend youth retreats for children, usually in third to fifth grade. These are kid-only experiences with camp staff. They are not billed as "check-out camp" but rather youth retreats so they are a mix of experienced campers and kids going for the first time. These outings are opportunities for children to "live" camp for 48 hours. If a child comes home excited about the experience, it is a good indication that they are ready to go to camp, and that the camp is a good fit.
3. Camp can be expensive. Determine what you can afford. If you need additional help, there are scholarships available for first time campers and some camps offer assistance for interfaith families. We recommend learning about Foundation for Jewish Camp's programs: BunkConnect (matches eligible families with affordable camps) and One Happy Camper (need blind grants of up to $1,000 for first-time campers).
4. Does your child have a specific passion? Jewish summer camps have become hip to specialization. There are now Jewish sports, art and sci-tech focused camps. Today kids can have an interest-specific and Jewish camp experience at the same place.
If you have questions we didn't cover, please comment below or email us at email@example.com and we will do our best to answer them, or find the answers for you from a camp expert.


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NLSIU Bangalore announces the 18th edition of its flagship music competition and show, Strawberry Fields, to be held from the 12th to the 14th of December, 2014, at the NLSIU campus, Nagarbhavi.
One of India's largest and most prestigious music platforms, and rated as 'India's best college rock festival' by the Rock Street Journal, Strawberry Fields is both a competition for upcoming bands, as well as a fest that brings down professional acts to perform. Entry for all three days of the fest is free.
Ever since its birth as 'Lawcommotion' in 1996, Strawberry Fields has been a unique law school fest in the fact that it not only looks beyond inter-law university, or even inter-college competition, and engages with young bands, but also attempts to make contributions to the independent music scene in India itself by supporting original music.
Strawberry Fields has served as a lauchpad for bands of the calibre of Motherjane, Thermal and a Quarter and Demonic Resurrection, and for newer bands of such skyrocketing popularity as Clown with a Frown, Bicycle Days and the Down Troddence, to name a few.
In its 2014 edition, having closed its registration process for the year, Strawberry Fields will see 40 upcoming bands participate in the fest over its first two days, with five of these being chosen to play on the grand finale on day three by an elite panel of judges.
The fest's registrations this year indicate that the show's reach has extended beyond metros and is spreading across many smaller cities, like Faridabad, Diphu and Coimbatore, as well. For the list of participating bands, please visit the Strawberry Fields Facebook page.
The three days of Strawberry Fields bring you quality music from new upcoming bands, as well as a diverse food line up, exposure to talented designers and artists, given stalls of their own, and an opportunity to network with fellow law students.
As for its professional headliner component, SFXVIII will see not two, but six headlining professional acts performing over the second and third evenings of the festival.
The run up to the festival is also going to see a 'pre-gig' take place at Indigo Live Bar, a prominent performance venue in Bangalore, to usher in the spirit of what Strawberry Fields stands for. Watch this space for more announcements!
Follow Strawberry Field's Facebook page here.
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STANDARD 5.A.: School Counseling Program: Certified school counselors develop, lead, and evaluate a data-driven school counseling program that is comprehensive, utilizes best practices, and advances the mission of the school.
Criteria 1: Program Implementation
- Leads in continuous improvement of a sustainable and evolving comprehensive school counseling program aligned with the mission of the school.
Criteria 2: Program measures
- Leads others to define, use, and communicate measurable career, personal/social, and academic benchmarks and outcomes in relationship to educational decisions.
Criteria 3: Program data
- Leads analysis of data to inform decision-making and demonstrate accountability.
Criteria 4: Program technology
- Leads in the adaptation of informational resources and technology to respond to the individual and system needs in delivery and evaluation of a comprehensive program.
STANDARD 5.B.: Student Learning and Assessment: Certified school counselors use their knowledge of pedagogy, child development, individual differences, learning barriers, and Washington State learning requirements to support student learning. They work effectively with other educators to monitor and improve student success.
Criteria 1: Assesses student learning
- Utilize a broad array of assessment strategies to consult, plan, and advocate effectively with and for students.
Criteria 2: Collaboration on student learning
- Participate in and build effective teams of educators and families to support student learning needs.
Criteria 3: Barriers to learning
- Counselors convene, lead, and collaborate with others in addressing systemic barriers to learning.
Criteria 4: Career readiness
- Counselors facilitate groups to identify programs and facilitate life/career development across the curriculum.
STANDARD 5.C. Counseling Theories and Techniques: Certified school counselors use a variety of research-based counseling approaches to provide prevention, intervention, and responsive services to meet the academic, personal/social and career needs of all students.
Criteria 1: Relational Counseling
- Builds effective partnerships across stakeholder groups and K-12 systems to support student development and facilitate transitions.
Criteria 2: Responsive Services
- Implements and leads others to take a systemic approach to student needs and responsive services according to best current research practices.
Criteria 3: Individual and group counseling
- Develops identification systems that are predictive and responsive to the academic, personal/social, and career development needs of students.
Criteria 4: Guidance programs
- In coordination with K-12 stakeholders, assesses the effectiveness of guidance program adoptions and makes recommendations for district-wide program improvement.
Criteria 5: Intervention services
- Collaborates and consults with staff and community partners to coordinate services for students who need intensive support services to be successful in school.
STANDARD 5.D. Equity, Advocacy, and Diversity: Certified school counselors understand cultural contexts in a multicultural society, demonstrate fairness, equity, and sensitivity to every student, and advocate for equitable access to instructional programs and activities.
Criteria 1: Culturally relevant counseling
- Lead others in providing culturally relevant counseling, instruction, and communication.
Criteria 2: Academic language
- Leads others to integrate the academic language needs of students in comprehensive guidance and counseling practices.
Criteria 3: Equitable services and policies
- Lead in the development of school policies, programs, and services that are equitable, responsive, and prevent harassment and marginalizing behaviors.
STANDARD 5.E. School Climate and Collaboration – Certified school counselors collaborate with colleagues, families, and community members to establish and foster an inclusive, nurturing, and physically safe learning environment for students, staff, and families.
Criteria 1: Learning environment
- Establishes collaborative partnerships with school district and community stakeholders to foster a positive P-12 learning environment.
Criteria 2: Assesses schoolwide needs
- Develops processes to monitor student needs data, identify concerns, and effectively implement counseling program responses.
Criteria 3: Policies and services
- Leads school-wide efforts to identify barriers to student learning and create an inclusive, nurturing, and physically safe learning environment.
Criteria 4: Crisis preparedness
- Collaborates with district personnel and local agencies to coordinate school crisis response with community crisis response.
Standard 5.F. Professional Identity and Ethical Practice: Certified school counselors engage in continuous professional growth and development and advocate for appropriate school counselor identity and roles. They adhere to ethical practices and to the Washington State and federal policies, laws, and legislation relevant to school counseling.
Criteria 1: Professional growth planning
- Leads others to build systems of professional learning.
Criteria 2: Reflective practice
- Leads others to create an environment of reflective practice.
Criteria 3: Counselor program identity
- Leads system redesign to enhance counselor identity and programs.
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Drivers in North Yorkshire and the East Riding Urged to Make Sure Cars are Winter Ready
8:00am 9th December 2012
Drivers in North Yorkshire and the East Riding are being urged to make sure their cars are fit for the road.
It comes as police have received an increasing number of complaints about bad driving in the winter weather.
Sergeant Pete Rogers from Pocklington Police has written this advice for drivers:
Now that the cold, dark nights are upon us, the regular appearance of vehicles with one only headlight working shows up how many people aren't considering a few simple checks before setting out on journeys.
Bulbs blow on vehicles; it's happened to all of us, but we do need to consider our safety when out on the roads, particularly at this time of year in the rural areas. And it's not just headlamps that can catch us out. The cold and dirt of a winter's day can put us at risk
So here are a few suggestions that should help:
- Make sure you check your lights before you set out. You might even consider carrying a spare light bulb or two.
- Make sure your window washer is full of water and screen wash. To run out of water in the dark on muddy roads is not a safe or pleasant experience.
- Check the tyres. Have they got a decent amount of tread on them and are they at the correct pressure? If in doubt, get them checked!
- Think about what you might need if you break down in the cold. Is there a blanket in the car?
- Consider having a mobile phone with you "just in case".
- Always keep a good torch in your vehicle
- Have you some decent de-icer and a window scraper on board? If not, get some.
- Is there anti freeze in your radiator?
- Have you made sure that your headlamps are clean? It's amazing how much light is lost if they're covered in dirt, particularly on unlit roads.
- Are your registration plates clean?
Do you drive with your fog lights or spotlights on when it's not foggy? Well don't! It is an offence and it is very distracting to other drivers in addition to being very inconsiderate!
Remember, you can be summonsed for defective lighting, registration or tyre offences, so do check your vehicle before you go out!
These are only a few simple ideas, but they will make the difference between being safe on our roads at night and putting yourself, your passengers and other road users at risk.
And day or night, if your car is iced up, make sure that the windows and windscreen are fully clear before beginning to drive. It's very dangerous (and an offence) to try driving with a peep hole in your windscreen! That extra few minutes cleaning your windows could save your life, or someone else's!
So, there we are: a few suggestions on being safe on the roads. Please consider them. They might save your life or somebody else's! Drive carefully!


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Hirotake Arai is the founder of the Arai helmet brand. He was a hat maker who realized the importance of a motorcycle helmet and eventually started a company in 1926. Currently, the family-operated company is run by Michio Mich Arai. Akihito, the son of the original founder, also takes part in company operations.
The handmade helmets are different from the other helmets in the market. When you purchase an Arai helmet, you know that you are wearing one because it gives you a different experience.
The Arai Signet-Q helmet review discloses the unique features of the helmet that make it one of the ideal choices for motorcycle riders.
The Signet-Q helmet series is a replacement for the Signet helmets from Arai. It is an ideal helmet for riders with a much longer and narrower face. It is the perfect fit for those with oval heads who find all the helmets to be extremely tight. In the helmet market, it is difficult to find a helmet for people with slightly different head shapes.
The exterior shell of the Signet-Q is very similar to that of RX-Q, but the interior is 5mm longer, meaning that there is more space inside the helmet. It is also one of the low-priced helmets from Arai because you can purchase it for about $450 to $600, depending on the Signet-Q configuration you require.
Arai only brings about small changes in its helmet design with each new series. If you expect a massive shift in the style statement, Arai may not be the right helmet for you. On the other hand, if performance and safety are the two primary criteria for choosing a helmet, then Arai is the best choice for you.
The RX-Q and Signet-Q helmets are launched almost at the same time with a similar profile. The Signet-Q helmets have a long oval fit and cater to the requirements of people with specific head shapes. The Signet-Q helmet is also a full-faced helmet that weighs just 3.60 pounds.
Comfortable Fit
When placed side by side, the RX-Q and Signet-Q helmets look just the same. Unless you are a seasoned Arai helmet user, you won't be able to tell the difference even if you put it on. However, if you have a slightly longer head shape and every helmet you put on has created pressure points on the temple, you will instantly feel comfortable with the Arai helmet.
The interior with a small 5mm extension makes all the difference in the fitment of the helmet. The elongated shell profile eliminates hot spots, allowing people with irregular head shapes to ride the motorcycle comfortably. The peel away cheek pads also provide an additional level of customization.
Build Quality
The Signet-Q is made of the same shell like that of the RX-Q, which is again shared by the Corsair V. The proprietary blend of fibers makes the shell extremely strong and lightweight. If you want a much lighter helmet, you have to pay more. The build quality is absolutely flawless, to say the least.
Interior Design
The Signet-Q helmet features a single multi-density EPS liner. The Dry-Cool surface wicks away moisture while riding in hot weather conditions. The interior is comfortable, but it is not as comfortable or plush as the Corsair liner.
The 5mm peel away pads on the temple provide excellent fit inside the helmet. The micro fitment interior is all that you require, customizing the helmet interior. The cheek pads have Facial Contour Support (FCS) design so that your helmet fits you like a glove.
The ventilation system of Arai Signet-Q helmets has undergone an overhaul. The top and chin vents follow the same design of every other Arai helmet. There is a reason that Arai has not changed the design, because it works perfectly.
When you use the switchgear for opening and closing the vents, you will understand that you are in fact wearing an Arai helmet. Unlike other helmets with delicate vent adjustments, the click feels solid and comfortable.
The exhaust cowls of the top and chin vents are similar to that used in RX-Q. The brow vents direct air throughout the helmet, keeping you much cooler. Arai helmets are popular for their ventilation system, and Signet-Q won't disappoint you on that aspect.
Face Shield
The Signet-Q helmet ships with a SAI Max Vision clear face shield with anti-scratch coating. The elongated shape allows for a wider eyeport, which provides excellent peripheral vision. It is 5mm wider on both sides of the helmet. The internal shape of the helmet allows for this extended eye port. The Pinlock ready face shield also includes a Pinlock anti-fog insert to be used in cold weather conditions.
The Signet-Q helmets are DOT and Snell approved, which will give you peace of mind. When you are tumbling on the road after a crash, the least of your worries is whether you look cool wearing the helmet; you want your head unscratched!
The Arai Signet-Q may not match the aggressive graphics of your racing bike, but it will give you optimal protection required by a racing rider.
Other Factors for Consideration
Those who have felt continuously uncomfortable by squishing their long oval head inside a helmet for years will be very happy with the fitment of Signet-Q. Apart from this unique feature, Arai Signet-Q helmets deliver the same performance as any other Arai helmet, carrying their trademark high standard build and features.


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The newer beds combine innovation plus tradition, and Ile is a splendid example with its great re-confirmation. the leather embellished with a delicate workmanship Capitonnè. The elliptical headboard is a modern interpretation of a classic of the night.
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Yes, I shoot Fashion.
Connected with the agency director for Callidus regarding revamping their talent photography. The call was for a clean and smart approach to marketing their unique tally of talent. All subjects were shot on one very busy and energetic day. We were able to focus and bring out some very interesting and saleable assets for each subject. I pride myself at being able to "peel back the onion" on anyone I shoot.
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Each Month PUSH511 designates a day for a member to bring a buddy to a class. All fitness levels are welcome & please bring multiple buddies! The class is FREE even if your buddy has previously attended a class. See the PUSH Schedule for this month's Bring A Buddy Day. Schedule
25% Couple Discount on 30 Day Unlimited Class Membership Only. Couple must live together & payment come from one account. One person full membership rate, second membership with 25% discount.
What if I am new to CrossFit? Can I Drop-In?
First visit is always free. We love drop-ins but we do ask that you complete the on-line waiver before arriving
You may attend any class except the Open Gym Sessions these are for Members & experienced CrossFitters only. You do not need to reserve a class time but it is always appreciated if you send us an email or give us a call so we can let the coach know that you will be attending. #410-424-0565, email@example.com
Anyone new to CrossFit, or looking for a refresher, should register for Foundations, which is a cycle of 9, One (1) - Hour Sessions over 3 weeks at 6:30 pm on Monday/Tuesday/Thursday, limited to 12 people/Class. You must Register online for a Session before coming in. You can start on any Monday. In addition to the 9 Foundation Classes you also have access to Sunday Yoga and All Open Gym Sessions.
Dates and times are set and cannot be changed or substituted. If you miss a class we will work with you to review the skills during an Open Gym Session or by attending the missed class in the next cycle or in a private session.
The Foundation Classes follow the same layout as our main CrossFit classes but with more emphasis on instruction of the basic movements. The cost is $150. This is a great way to get familiar with the movements and the community before jumping into regular classes.
Contact us for more details or go to the Foundation Programming Detail
First visit is always free. After that drop-in fee is $20 (or buy some swag), cash, check or credit. We love drop-ins but we do ask that you complete the on-line waiver before arriving & note what class you will be attending.
During Open Gym Session there is no scheduled WOD or coach led class. If you have special programming that you are following we are happy to accommodate as long as it does not interfere with our scheduled WOD. If you're in town for a few days check out our 7-Day unlimited class option for $30.
All CrossFit Classes are One Hour
Monday - Friday
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Open Gym - Members & CrossFit Experienced People Only
For detailed information and to check for special events or holiday hours.
3700 O'Donnell Street, #240, Baltimore, MD 21224
We are located in historic Brewers Hill within the Natty Boh Complex, just east of Canton in downtown Baltimore, MD.
If walking, the entrance is from Dillon Street as described below or from O'Donnell Street. From O'Donnell Street walk up the stairs directly across from the Hanover Brewers Hill apartment complex. The gym will be on your left.
If driving, the entrance is from Dillon Street, use 3850 Dillon Street in your GPS device to locate us. Turn right after the National Brewing Co. bridge into the parking lot. The gym will be on your right. Free street parking is available at all times along Dillon and other side streets. The parking lot in front of the box can only be used before 8:30 am and after 4:30 pm on weekdays and anytime on weekends.
We have roughly 8,000 sf with 4,500 sf of main gym space with tons of fans and windows plus an additional 3,444 sf (The Beast Cave) where we hold Foundation Classes plus area for strength training, platforms, jerk boxes. Our men's and women's bathrooms each have two showers. We do not provide towels but we do have soap and shampoo. We have a water fountain with a bottle filler and we provide plastic cups, we just ask that you wash them out in our kitchen sink before you go. We have cubby holes to stash your stuff while you get your sweat on. Tear your hands on that last pull-up we've got you covered with band-aids in our first aid kit. We also sell tape if you need it.
Our facility is heated and cooled by mother nature so dress for the temperature. Bathrooms do have heat & AC. Layers are advised in the winter as we are not afraid to go for a run in February. Bring a water bottle to fill in our water fountain. If you're a sweat ball, bring a small towel. Last bring your sense of humor and adventurous spirit. Guaranteed good times.
All our coaches started as members within our community. We have a wide range of age and experience from Level 2 CrossFit trainers to Doctors of Physical Therapy. All our coaches are certified in CPR/First Aid. We believe in ongoing learning from multiple sources both within and outside the CrossFit community. We preach form and technique over weight and speed. We practice mobility and functional fitness above all else. For detailed information on our coaches please visit our coaches page.
Our programming is done with everyone in mind, from advanced athletes to beginners. We weightlift 3-5 days a week. We run, row or jump rope almost every day either in warm-ups or workouts. We perform body weight/gymnastic movements almost every day. We stretch every single day following our workouts.
We chose to do our own programming rather than follow CrossFit Main Page because we want to build a foundation of the basic weightlifting, gymnastic and metabolic movements while being able to prep our members a few days in advance of a new skill. But that's not to say you won't see some common favorite main page workouts, Girls & Heroes - we love 'em!
Our programming includes a group warm-up to review the skills necessary for the workout and to mobilize the areas that will be taxed that day. The programming takes the basic core elements and mixes in variables of time, weight, reps, and type of exercise performed.
Whether you are a beginner or an advanced athlete, every day you will be pushed to perform to the best of YOUR ability with technique and safety as your focus.
Be on time. If you are between 5-10 minutes late there is a 30 burpee penalty. This is to get you warmed up quickly and to allow you to jump in with the rest of the class.
If you are more than 10 minutes late you can either wait until the next class or pick from these three pre-selected workouts, 150 wallballs, 2000 meter row or 100 burpees.
Introduce yourself, cheer for others, clean up when you're done. Have fun.
Every class is one hour long, we ask that you arrive on time or a few minutes early to get settled in and warmed up.
The coach will call the class together at the start of the class and explain the hour. The coach will demonstrate all movements and the PUSH511 standards. There will be instruction if needed with PVC pipe, barbell, etc. The class will start with group mobility, then skill work & possibly strength work depending on the main workout. After that, time is given to set up for the main workout, warm-up to the WOD weight and form review. Once everyone is ready it's 3...2...1… GO Time. Workouts average 20 minutes but can be anywhere from 5 (those are the worst) to 40 minutes.
Once the workout is completed everyone is asked to put everything away and clean up their area. Then stretching and cool down.
High fives all around and the hour is complete.
We care about you and are passionate about what we do. Our number one priority is the community. We want PUSH to be your second family. PUSH has been open since Nov. 2010, one of the oldest boxes in Baltimore. We provide the support you need to embark on this crazy journey called CrossFit by teaching you all the basics in our 3 week Foundations program. We continue that support with coaches that care about you becoming functionally fit, more mobile, stronger and better at life. Competing is fun and motivating. There is a time for competing but first we build a strong foundation by teaching you the correct form, technique and mobility. We are masters of scaling when needed. Our mantra "DO MORE - SUCK LESS - LIVE BETTER". We are proud of our diversity, we have firebreathers next to new moms, all having fun, building confidence and improving.
We provide programming and classes for all levels that fit your particular needs. Starting with Foundations for beginners, plus all inclusive 1-hour group CrossFit Classes that includes programming for advanced athletes, plus 511BRUTUM programming for additional strength & skill development outside of the CrossFit Class plus building your endurance/engine via 511Grit programming with specific classes and most of all keeping you Flexible with Yoga Classes.


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Prostitution has been legal in Rhode Island for more than a decade; Liam Mulligan, an old-school investigative reporter at a dying Providence newspaper, suspects the governor has been taking payoffs to keep it that way. But this isn't the only story making headlines… a child's severed arm is discovered in a pile of garbage at a pig farm. Then the body of an internet pornographer is found sprawled on the rocks at the base of Newport's famous Cliff Walk.
At first, the killings seem random, but as Mulligan keeps digging into the state's thriving sex business, strange connections emerge. Promised free sex with hookers if he minds his own business - and a beating if he doesn't - Mulligan enlists "Thanks-Dad", the newspaper publisher's son, and "Attila the Nun", the state's colorful Attorney General, in his quest for the truth. What Mulligan learns will lead him to question his beliefs about sexual morality, shake his tenuous religious faith, and leave him wondering who his real friends are.
Cliff Walk is at once a hard-boiled mystery and an exploration of sex and religion in the age of pornography. Written with the unique and powerful voice that won DeSilva an Edgar Award for Best First Novel, Cliff Walk lifts Mulligan into the pantheon of great suspense heroes and is a giant leap for the career of Bruce DeSilva.
"[A] sterling follow-up to 2010's Rogue Island, which won Edgar and Macavity awards for best first novel.... Look for this one to garner more award nominations." (Publishers Weekly)
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Chapter 2: Knowing What We Know. Understanding Sexual Life Through Research and Theory. Questions to Consider. Just a reminder (from last week)! Intention to assess sex and sexuality from a perspective of HEALTH and WELLNESS
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Here's a quick one done with the palette knife.
"$8 Parking"
5" x 7", oil on canvas panel, palette knife
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Friday, August 27, 2010
Quick Self Portrait & my 500th post!
Wow! Can't believe this is post number 500 for this blog. One of these days I'll start adding something helpful. :)
Here's a quick 1 hour self portrait I did. 9" x 12", oil
Here's a quick 1 hour self portrait I did. 9" x 12", oil
Thursday, August 26, 2010
Canadian TV Interview
Had the pleasure of being interviewed on the CBC show Connect with Mark Kelley tonight. Talking about my project I call the Virtual Paintout. I'm adding a link. Slide the bar over to about the 49 minute mark. The interview last for about 5 minutes.
Pretty exciting. Wonder how many folks watch the show?
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Friday, August 20, 2010
Renox Meadow
A quick post of my latest. I'll replace this with a better pic when I get time.
Renox Meadow
16" x 20", oil on linen
Renox Meadow
16" x 20", oil on linen
Tuesday, August 3, 2010
11th and Park, Bowling Green
Monday, August 2, 2010
Rock City
Here's a quick 45 minute painting done with knife and a little finger work. And no, it's not Rock City outside of Chattanooga... it's Detroit.
Rock City, 5" x 7", oil, palette knife
Rock City, 5" x 7", oil, palette knife
Sunday, August 1, 2010
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Swimming at Saint Pius X School
In our school we have a pool in the courts, in a marque. Saint Pius X school all had a turn at swimming but not Room 7 and Room 1 and Room 2. The instructors name was Gillian and Kevin. The pool was very big and I could still touch the ground. We had lots of fun because first we got changed and we were excited. Then we got to the pool and it was very cold and getting colder. I've had to say I really enjoyed playing around and having free time. When I was swimming I was very cold and comfortable. Next we did a high five to Kevin. I had lots of fun. I was good at swimming. I was very excited and nervous. We had to hi five Kevin and Gillian when we got out.


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Murat Kibritoğlu / Adana, Aug 18 () – The patriot air defence system that had been launched in three different zones in Turkey against a potential air attack from Syria will be reduced to Spanish defence rockets, after the decision of Germany to retract its forces from Kahramanmaraş and of U.S. to retract forces from Gaziantep border towns.
Spain's defence system is expected to abide in Adana until January 2016, despite a possible change in conditions with Spain.
After Turkey's request, NATO had launched the defence system in Adana, Kahramanmaraş and Gaziantep in 2013, meanwhile the Netherlands had also deployed defence system in Adana but has assigned the task to Spain in January 26, 2015. In this regard 10 missile launchers had been deployed in the region connected to one battery and targeting the Middle East from Adana's Korgeneral Recai Engin Barracks.
"We have come here to stay for one year, with a personnel of 150 people. Some of the patriots will be in the İncirlik air base in Adana. We are here to protect Adana. We work in cooperation with Republic of Turkey's arm" had said responsible of Spanish patriots Captain Luis Burgos Sanchez.


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Discussion in 'Video and Media' started by gby_vett, May 8, 2014.
First time at the track with my car. My goal was to break into the 12's.
congrats on the stock 12s!
Thanks! Can't wait to start throwing some parts on it to see what it can do!
Let me know if I can help. I've been going nuts with mods on my 2011 5.0.


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Oh, Sugar Sugar.
Anti-sugar is the new black.
But why? Is it actually essential that everyone avoid all sugars everywhere all the time? Even the raw variation that comes in the cute little brown package? What about "healthy" substitutes such as stevia? And the natural sugars in fruits? With summer beckoning us to come out and play, we cannot wait for beach side drinks, BBQs in the backyard, fresh fruit smoothies, and ice cream with rainbow sprinkles, and the last thing we want to do is hurt our beautiful, hard-working, powerful bodies...
In 2009 Robert Lustig was the first brave sole to suggest that sugar was the villain behind the failing health of western America. He used the words "toxin" "poison" and "evil" when describing its relationship to our bodies. Though extreme, Lustig made a few valid points that doctors, nutritionists, and wellness influencers are concurring with today: our bodies cannot metabolize sucrose - the form of table sugar and corn syrups - in the same way that it can other carbs such as breads and pastas (purely glucose based). Sucrose is a combination of fructose and glucose. The fructose component is metabolized solely by the liver, while glucose is metabolized by every cell in the body, functioning as sustainable forms of energy rather than quick bursts of "sugar highs". Studies have shown that when large amounts of fructose are sent to the liver at high speeds — eating a lot of sugar at one time — the liver converts it into fat and one becomes susceptible to insulin resistance, which can eventually lead to diabetes and obesity.
At Sakara, we eliminate all added sugars because we are experts in creating juicy, tantalizing, totally lust-worthy foods using nothing but mother earth's natural, low-glycemic sweets. We fill our bodies with health-promoting greens, cleansing vegetables, nutrient dense super foods, and hydrating, beautifully vibrant whole foods that keep our bodies lean and mean! We avoid processed and chemically derived foods always - no bags with scary words on them - and when weekends, celebrations, and late nights call, we play and we enjoy every delicious bite of that playtime, trusting that when we take care of our bodies, our bodies will surely return the favor.
Like all things - even you, green juice - sugar is something that must be enjoyed in moderation. Rest assured, enjoying that slice of pie or a fruity cocktail in the sun will not kill you. If you are healthy and treat your body with loving, clean, whole foods the vast majority of the time, it will do nothing more than give your taste buds a sticky treat and your soul a tune to dance along to. What matters is that you are mindfully making choices with knowledge of what you are putting into your body, so that you can choose healthful options most of the time. And when you choose to treat yourself to that long-awaited ice cream cone from your childhood, then it is your responsibility to fill your body with so much LOVE that those toxins don't stand a darn chance!
It's about moderation in everything, including moderation.
And never, ever forgetting that you, dear sakaralite, are naturally more delicious and undoubtedly more decadent than any dessert could ever hope to be.
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Unanswered: ORA-01017 : invalid username/password; logon denied
Hi There,
I want to be able to start sqlplus by typing 'sqlplus /' at the command line.
Here's what I've done so far:
I'm on 9i (9.2 on HPUX) & have set the following values in my initSID.ora:
remote_login_passwordfile=NONE (have also tried EXCLUSIVE)
os_authent_prefix=""(have also tried OPS$)
& then have bounced the instance & verified that the values have taken effect by selecting from v$parameter.
I start sqlplus & 'create user extern identified externally;' & grant the user the dba role.
However, when I type 'sqlplus /' I get the following error: 'ORA-01017 : invalid username/password; login denied.
Has anybody got any ideas? What am I missing out on here?
Thanks for your help.
10-23-02, 08:41 #2Registered User
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Have you tried
and then typing / as sysdba at the username prompt?
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Unfortunately I must use 'sqlplus /'. Certainly being able to use
username: as sysdba
would be great, but the brief is to be able to connect as sqlplus /
Does anybody know if this is a known Oracle 9.2 bug? I've trawled Oracle's OTN & have found nothing on this problem. My users are starting to get frisky, so any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
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What user are you logged into the OS as?
Is there a database user with this same name?
If you have access to multiple databases, is the ORACLE_SID environment variable set properly?
remote_login_passwordfile should be EXCLUSIVE
10-26-02, 01:18 #5Registered User
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Oracle changed the security setup since 9i and you must say "as sysdba" if you login w/o password.
When the CONNECT INTERNAL has been desupported in 9i, now users making DBA-privileged connections to the database must use one of the following syntaxes:
CONNECT / AS SYSDBA or CONNECT <username/password> AS SYSDBA
Hope that helps,


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Bridal henna is really, really pretty and an integral part of your look on the big day. Picking a design and even an artist is a really big deal if you think of it. But, we hope to make the task a lot easier for you by sharing the compiled list of bridal henna designs.
These designs are all really well put together and subtle enough, so that it doesn't look like chaos on your hands. We don't really like it when the design is so complex and intricate and that it looks like way too much is going on in the hands.
Even with bridal henna, subtle is the best way to go because, of course, excessive design does not always mean good design. It can look quite messy, and that's the last thing that someone would want on their wedding day.
So, when choosing your bridal henna, take inspiration from these amazing bridal mehndi designs. These are all so pretty, you'd be spoilt for choice with these. Whichever you pick, they all look great. Have a look at them!
1. This is a floral bridal mehndi design, and only the top of the hand is shown, but we like what we see, and we are sure you do too!
2. This design is for someone who would like to go for something really subtle. It looks extremely classy. In fact, this is one of our favourite bridal henna designs of the lot.
3. This one is for someone who wants to go for something subtle and yet not to subtle, if you get what we are trying to say. This is just the right amount of intricate work in the design.
4. This one almost looks like a dark lace glove. We really like the work around the nails, and think that's what makes the design so unique.
5. This one is a kind of geometric design, but look how pretty it turned out to be! It can be a little tricky to do, but we are sure that the right artist would pull it off just perfectly.
6. This pretty design is really well complemented by her gold tip manicure and the rings the girl is wearing. A must try bridal mehndi design!
7. This bridal henna design would look amazing once it's dried and the mehndi is all dark. We love the way they've done the spiral design.
8. Here, both the hands have different designs, but just see how they complement each other.
9. This is probably the most minimal design out of all the other bridal mehndi designs we have seen, but it just goes to prove that minimal is sometimes the best way to go.
10. This is a really perfect bridal mehndi design. It's for the quintessential traditional yet modern bride.


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Discussion in 'Off-Topic' started by cigaretteman, Oct 30, 2010.
tough... i've only driven Pontiacs... not sure where my allegiance will shift next
For as bad as a rep a lot of American Cars get, my wife owned a Grand Prix for years and it was one of the most reliable cars we'd ever had. I was always amazed at all the little gadgets pontiac put in their cars.
I've owned 3 Pontiacs, and have nothing but good things to say for each one. My 2004 GP was my favorite. I have an '08 Impala and wish I had got another GP at the time. The GP is a better car than the Imapala. Miss the 2800 V6 also. Most reliable motor GM ever built. The 2.9 with fuel management I have the Impala gets less gas milage than the 2.8 without it in the GP. I hate the looks of the Buicks, especialy the front grille area. So I am a man without a car I like. I would rather they eliminated Buick instead of Pontiac.
Love my 2008 Torrent...would have liked GM to kill Buick and keep Pontiac as rbrook said. But, then I wouldn't want the old people who like Buicks to buy Pontiacs...
Buick is huge in China
What does it mean if I thought they had already stopped making Pontiacs?
It tells you in the article. The contracts between GM and the Pontiac dealers ends tomorrow.
Same here. I just don't see GM keeping me around with their current lineup. Nissan/Infiniti or used BMW is much more likely.
Buick is like the oldest American car maker out there. they are like a 104 yrs old.
I hated my 91 Grand Am. It rusted out, and the transmission grenaded. Plus the interior and exterior design was horrible. Good riddance. The only redeeming quality was that "Low Rider" came on the radio as I drove to the dealership to trade it in.
I'll take the regal for a td based on positive reviews for performance
So keep the brand in china, and keep pontiac here.
Pontiac long since has lost its macho identity. It started with the 1976 LeMans, nicknamed "Lemon" for good reason -- it was unreliable, rusted easily, and constantly nickel and dimed you to death being in the shop so much. The only model to receive any frequent positive reviews from 1976 through the nineties was the Firebird as all the other models went down the toilet. Too many customers lost faith in the brand to save it.
Buick, however has been, and still is a reliable, quality car brand. The styling is almost never flashy, but many racers won with Buick engines in their cars over the years. Buicks are reliable, well built vehicles whose ride can only be surpassed by the best of the luxury brands. My favorite car was a 1999 Buick Century -- reliable, smooth riding and averaged over 27 mpg for a full-sized car. Unfortunately, my Buick was totaled in a parking accident and I replaced it with a 2000 Mercury Sable station wagon. My Buick was parked curbside in front of my house when a pick-up truck sped around the corner and rear-ended the car. The trunk was pushed in a good three and a half feet and the car was moved at least 85 feet. So sad.
I still miss my Buick.:sad:
GM really did need to lose a few brands. So many of the cars they made were just clones of the chevy models. The G8 was an exception to this.
We have an '05 GP and have had many problems and still have two problems that will need to be fixed in the near future (tranny & heater core - both expensive to fix). I can't say I would've ever bought another Pontiac even if they kept making them.
I also own an '05 GP, and haven't had the same problems you have had. The only problems I have had was a failed O2 sensor and a couple of seat problems, all of which failed under warranty. The issue that I have right now, though, is all four of my rims have corroded and are leaking air. It sucks that I have to refill my tires (at least) once a week now.
So yeah, I have had some issues, but 70,000+ miles and nothing to the extent that makes me question whether I purchased a sound car or not.
I liked the G8. I almost bought one a couple years back. I liked the sound and power. If it had an AWD offering, I would have been sold. Granted, the G8 and GTO are repackaged Aussie cars from Holden, but still.
The two low mileage Pontiacs that I owned in my college and high school years made me wonder if they had the cheapest and shottiest electrical and trim out of any cars made, ever.
I always has power windows stop working, elec defrost stop working, etc.
Well, considering the Holden that the GTO was repackaged off of in the early 2000s was repackaged off of the GTO back in the 1960s and 1970s in the first place, I'd say the repackaging was appropriate...


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In my experience, telling someone how to make chili goes over about as well as messing with their first born. You make a suggestion, and they look at you like they want to knock you out. So, I'm not here to tell you how to make chili or how to make your chili better or to suggest secret ingredients. I'm just here to tell you what I put in my chili on one particular day.
It is not often that I enjoy the process of cooking. I bought a knife this year that set me back about as much as a monthly mortgage payment. Like a hot knife through butter, an expensive knife through vegetables makes things easy, so using it on something is always fun. Other than that, I could do without the whole cooking process. Chili in a slow cooker let's me do just that.
The chili starts off like most with a base of tomatoes and beans and meat. I used chicken and chicken broth, but you could use beef and beef broth or add an extra can of beans for a vegetarian version (I used red kidney and black beans for this chili). Fire-roasted green chilis pack in some heat, and chipotle en adobo sauce adds a warm smoky flavor.
As for the beer, I used a bottle of Highland's Gaelic Ale, which is best described as an amber ale in terms of flavor. Lighten the chili up with a pilsner or lager, or go bold with something dark. Work with the beer in this recipe the way you would any other "secret" chili ingredient.
My only real suggestion is to stick with the lime sour cream. If only I had thought to stir lime zest into sour cream before this chili. The best I can describe the flavor as is bright and refreshing, which makes it a nice complement to a heavy, warm chili.
Oktoberfest is drawing to a close, so this is my last "cooking with beer" recipe for the season. No need to worry if you are beer fan. Since time of year is good for a beer, I add recipes to my Beer + Food Pinterest board whenever I come across them.
If nothing strikes your fancy there, my pal Camilla has a virtual potluck featuring dishes made with beer recipes over on her blog Culinary Adventures with Cam. Now, it's on to cookies… Enjoy!
- For the Chili
- 2 pounds cooked, shredded chicken
- 2, 15 ounce cans beans of your choice, rinsed and drained
- 1 medium white or yellow onion, chopped
- 1, 12 ounce bottle of beer
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 1, 14 ounce can tomatoes of your choice (whole, diced, etc.)
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
- 1, 4 ounce can green chilis
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon adobo sauce (from a can of chipotles en adobo)
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- For the Garnish
- 1 cup sour cream
- zest of 1 lime
- Combine all chili ingredients - from the cooked chicken to the minced garlic - in a slow cooker and allow to cook on low heat for four to six hours until simmering.
- To serve, top with a garnish of lime zest mixed into sour cream.
For the chicken, I cooked two pounds of thighs in one cup of beer in the slow cooker over low heat for four hours. I allowed the chicken to cool, shredded it, then started the chili. The above recipe assumes the chicken is already cooked. Leftover rotisserie chicken would work well here.


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With Mikhail Grabovski now off the shelves of the free-agent market — and at a bargain price of US$3-million — it might be worth taking a look to see what remains in stock for teams looking to fill holes before training camps open next month. (We will not drag out the tortured shopping metaphor any further. We promise.) Here is a starting lineup built from unrestricted free agents still waiting for a contract, according to capgeek.com.
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Starting goaltender
Ilya Bryzgalov: Philadelphia Flyers general manager Paul Holmgren called the nine-year contract a "costly mistake" and a "costly move" when discussing why the Flyers decided to use one of their compliance buyouts on Bryzgalov earlier this summer, only two years after he signed a US$51-million deal. And Holmgren was correct, which is not a clause you often see in a sentence about the Flyers and goaltending. Bryzgalov never came close to living up to his salary — his .900 save-percentage was 43rd among his peers last season — but that does not necessarily mean his is incapable. Bryzgalov has been at .920 or better in three NHL seasons (all with the Phoenix Coyotes), and could be worth a look, albeit at a more reasonable price.
(Also available: Tim Thomas, Jose Theodore)
Starting defence
Ron Hainsey, Filip Kuba: It has been suggested that the aggressive tone Hainsey reportedly took with management during the lockout is one reason why the 32-year-old is still without a contract. Hainsey logged an average of 23 minutes a game with the Winnipeg Jets last season, third most on the team among defencemen. Greg Wyshynski, of the Yahoo! blog Puck Daddy, put the question to Hainsey's agent, Matt Keator: "We've had no conversations about that at all." Kuba, 36, played in 44 games with the Florida Panthers last year, and logged more than 21 minutes a night.
(Also available: Ian White, Ryan Whitney, Hal Gill)
Brad Boyes: A former first-round draft pick (24th overall, in 2000, by Toronto), Boyes is four seasons and three teams removed from the peak years of his career. He was between Keith Tkachuk and Paul Kariya with the St. Louis Blues in 2007-08, and scored a career-high 43 goals that season. He scored 33 goals the year after that, but has not scored more than 17 since. Boyes is still only 31 years old, and he finished with 35 points in 48 games with the New York Islanders last season — spending time as a winger on a line with John Tavares and Matt Moulson.
(Also available: Kyle Wellwood, Matthew Lombardi)
Left Wing
Mason Raymond: In April, Raymond's agent, J.P. Barry, was asked by The Vancouver Sun to project how free agency would look for his client. It sounded rosy: "Yes, 27-year-olds with his kind of speed and his kind of offensive ability are usually quite marketable in free agency," Barry told the paper. Raymond, who earned US$2.275-million with the Vancouver Canucks last year, is a one-time 25-goal scorer who, when healthy, can be effective.
(Also available: Dan Cleary, Simon Gagné, Damien Brunner)
Right Wing
Teemu Selanne: At the tender age of 43, Selanne has 675 regular season goals and 1,430 points on his resume. He had 12 of those goals and 24 of those points with Anaheim in a lockout-shortened year last season. He has told the Orange County (Calif.) Register to expect a decision on his future next week. "To be honest, I've been playing a big role," he told the Register. "I don't know if I'm ready to play 10-12 minutes a game."
(Also available: Milan Hejduk)


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One of the most spectacular trails of Terceira, a visit to the heart of the island, a truly magical and surprising place. Feel alone in the middle of the nature.
A varied landscape takes us to one of the highest points of the island, where (if the weather allows) it is possible to see the limits of the island.
A magnificent trail with amazing sceneries. At the end, there is the possibility of visiting the cave 'Algar do Carvão'.
EXTENSION: 11 km (6.8 miles)
TOTAL TIME: 6h
LEVEL: Difficult
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LONDON, March 27 (Reuters) - The cost of insuring South African government debt against default hit the highest level in nearly seven weeks on Monday after President Jacob Zuma asked his Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan to return home "immediately" from an investor roadshow.
Five-year credit default swaps jumped 11 basis points to 203 bps from Friday's close of 192 bps, according to financial data provider Markit.
The rand fell almost 3 percent on the news that Gordhan had been summoned home as investors feared the respected finance minister could be pushed out in a cabinet reshuffle . (Reporting by Karin Strohecker; editing by Sujata Rao)


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