For the first time in days, thunderstorms gathering to the west were in evidence on radar, my obsessive space on the Internet. However, by the time we all had gathered in the Kingswood Council Circle for the 4 PM ceremony, the storms had attenuated to but a few widely scattered cells, none of which would … Continue reading
Sara and Baibhav had a fabulous wedding this weekend. First, my toast to the couple, followed by a few of my amateurish photos. Actually, we had two ceremonies, the first after rehearsal dinner on Friday — a “mini” Hindu ritual. Baibhav’s father, Govinda, spared us the several days it takes to perform the various traditions … Continue reading
I just got a phone call moments ago from a very satisfied first-session parent. “Keep those reports coming,” was his sign-off line. You bet I will, starting in September. Every Monday thereafter, you’ll be receiving a “Monday Blues Buster.” Since most of these reports go to mom or dad’s emails, please be sure that the … Continue reading
An outrageous bribery scandal was uncovered and rapidly snuffed out last night at dinner. The NEUTRALS — counselors and administration responsible for refereeing the games — sit in the middle column of tables. See below the photographic evidence of the obvious effort to sway our judgments. You will be shocked. (HA HA)
I had a nice time as a casual fan at several of the Bow & Arrow contests of yesterday. It was fun to root for both teams at the same time, and cheering for good plays made by anyone. There were quite a few of those. Sportsmanship was terrific, as advertised as well as mandated … Continue reading
Alice and I were awakened at 6:30 by the sound of hammers, etc, as the coaches erected their respective staging just outside our window. When was the last time your collegiate son was up at that hour, doing something significant? B&A is color war — done the Kingswood way, which is to say with good sportsmanship. … Continue reading
The boys from Hilly 1 put on a skit at dinner last evening. It was well choreographed, funny and poignant. “Super Boss” was the title, lost on just about everyone but me, who asked what that meant. A camper in the bunk had been homesick at first, but now that he has been here … Continue reading
Eat your heart out. We sure did! Thursday, August 2, 2012 From the Kingswood Kamp Kitchen Komes the Fifth Annual Kakophony of Kingswood Kounselors Kreating Kulinary Konkoktions for Kampers Featuring: Bill & Tom’s Guatamalan BBQ’d Turkey Tacos with Rob’s Tomatillo Salsa and Guatamalan BBQ Soup (6- twelve pound Turkeys brined & smoked in … Continue reading
“The Staff is everything.” The idea is for the counselors to have a blast at camp, and to include the campers in their fun. Add proper training of good guys to that formula and one has a concept most likely to produce successful outcomes. Many boys come to camp with tremendous reluctance bordering on downright … Continue reading
The following photos are of boys who are “WANTED ALIVE.” Said another way, many of these lads have been lens-averse and have not been in as many photo reports as others. I’ve got a few more “arrests” to make, but I am making progress.
Kingswood Blues Busters 