Thurday!

We had our first riding lesson on Thursday!  It was a lot of fun!  Sorry these weren't up yesterday!  Enjoy!

Rainy Wednesday

Well it rained on and off all day- but that never stops Jabberwocky from making their way around Martha's Vineyard.  The day started off with a camp-wide kickball game.  The Battle of the Sexes was a very evenly matched battle- but the girls triumphed in the end (though some believe the men did not get their last ups).  A rematch may be in order on that one. Pictures to come on that.

After lunch we all headed down to Oak Bluffs to do some shopping, get ice-cream, and ride the Flying Horses. 

 David finally made it to camp today!!  We were all excited to see him.  He won 1000 tickets at the game room!!  What an awesome first day!

 Walking around the campgrounds in OB

 Pete got the brass ring!

 This was where Jabberwocky originated!

Van ride home- made it just in time!  It rained the rest of the day!

We had dinner with Hellcat- camp's founder, and a lot of other fun guests.  We ate some amazing food, prepared with love by our cook Cynthia and her friends.   After that we watched a movie!  Nice way to end a rainy day!

Summer Solstice!!

 Claire led a bug collecting class... unfortunately everyone was too scared to actually pick up the bugs... you're welcome bugs.

 Failed attempts at bug catching

 Myles was the keeper of the habitat!

 We made a group nature drawing in art!

Counselor head-butting

 Ryno made some great pottery today!  Last day of being 29!

Yoga with Peter- he's been practicing for this moment all year

 I've barely seen Bubba using his chair this summer.  He's been awesome walking all over the place.  We are all so proud of you Bubba!!  Keep it up!!

 Tonight we celebrated the Summer Solstice with some old and new island friends.  We listened to poetry, heard some awesome music, and danced to Rick and his friends' awesome drumming.  We packed dinner so we could stay as long as possible!

 Mike got the poetic itch and did an impromptu reading for everyone- it was interesting!

Fire dancer at the end of the night.  A few counselors and campers stayed to watch- and it was definitely worth the wait!  

So as you can see, it was a busy day at Jabberwocky!  Never a dull moment- and that's how we like it!   Check back tomorrow!

Camp Jabberwocky 2011 Begins!!

Camp Jabberwocky is finally complete!  Counselors got on an early boat to meet campers in Woods Hole. 

 Everyone was excited for Camp to finally begin.  Dave couldn't even think straight.

Amulya couldn't stop smiling thinking about being reunited once again!

 Welcome home everyone.  The island isn't the same without camp!!!

 Everyone waiting for the boat in Woods Hole!!  It's not even possible to describe how amazing the feeling is when you get to experience this moment :)

 Lunch time at Jabberwocky!  Our lunch makers make delightful sandwiches!

 Anxiously awaiting beach time!  We went!  I just forgot my camera... I'll get better I promise!!

 Hanging out on the main porch

Awesome first day at camp!  Great weather and great company.  Couldn't ask for anything better!!

See you tomorrow!!!

Hey guys!  It's almost time for another action packed, monumental, stupendous, magnificent, delightful- and not to mention delicious, adventure at Camp Jabberwocky.  Your counselors and directors have been busting their badonk-a-donks for a few days now- cleaning cabins, planting, sweeping, training etc.  Right now we're putting the finishing touches on everything, and getting ready for YOU to get here!  We can't wait to see you all!!

Kevin was so excited to see you all- he cut off all his hair in anticipation!

Mike has finally been reunited with his long lost love...

Making signs for everyone's stuff!

So we'll see you tomorrow!!  Be at Woods Hole by 10AM! 

O frabjous day!

Ronnie Simonsen

Hello folks

It is with a heavy heart that i must write that our dear friend Ronnie Simonsen passed away yesterday afternoon.  Here is a post from Kim Ho, his sister.

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Ronnie died peacefully at 4:30pm this afternoon.   He had a wonderful day.  He was laughing with the nurses. He walked to the solarium with Jake and Ellen.  When he returned to his room, he sat in the chair and quickly loss consciousness.  He never regained consciousness.   I will share funeral plans when they’ve been named

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Funeral arrangements are as follows:

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The viewing  will be held at Douglas and Johnson Funeral Home on 214 Main Street in Salem NH this Saturday from 2 to 6 pm.

The funeral will be at Triumphant Cross Lutheran Church (TCLC) on 171 Zion Hill Road in Salem NH at 2 pm on Sunday.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Ronald Simonsen Memorial Fund c/o TCLC at 171 Zion Hill Road, Salem NH 03079.

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Ronnie will be sorely missed.  He was a wonderful, positive man with a zest for life.  I was fortunate enough to be able to speak with him this past Saturday.  Even then he spoke of acting, and of the skits he did, and of the wonderful people he knew.

He asked for those of you he knew from Jabberwocky (almost all of you by name, actually, as well as a few that are from years past.  What a wonderful memory he had!), and said at least one positive thing about each of you.  

Know that Ronnie held all of us in his Jabberwocky family - past and present - in very high regard.   As I'm sure we all will remember him in the exact same way.

Jabberwocky love,

faith

coffee cake sale fundraiser!

Here is some information about the coffee cake fundraiser that is GOING ON NOW to benefit camp jabberwocky.

If anyone wants to buy coffee cakes to support Camp Jabberwocky,
please e-mail me at maggieraemer@gmail.com with what flavor you want
and how many by DECEMBER 8TH. They are $12 dollars each and make great
holiday gifts!

The flavors are:
Sour Cream & Cinnamon (faith's personal note:  VERY delicious.  this is the top seller, and one of my
          favorites)
Chocolate Ecstasy (faith's personal note:  Also VERY delicious.  especially good for the chocoholics
          on your holiday gift list.
Cranberry Cream
Lotsa Lemon (faith's personal note:  my favorite)
Pumpkin Cream

Faith's notes:  i have not had cranberry or pumpkin cream coffee cakes, but have heard rave reviews.  and what good holiday flavors!

These coffee cakes freeze really well, and are also easy to slice.  Great for holiday parties coming up, or to give as gifts.

Bon Apetit!

and jabberwocky love,
faith

Show of hands, please...

As of 2 am today, Daylight Savings Time has ended.  If you have not already done so... please turn your clocks BACK an hour.  An hour more sleep!

The local newscaster where i am mistakenly told everyone to turn their clocks forward an hour.  So now there are people all over the place who are 2 HOURS EARLY for everything.

Remember, it's:

Fall BACK
       and
Spring AHEAD

when it comes to Daylight Savings...

{i changed all the clocks i could reach in my house, but there are two that i can't change by myself.  So depending on what room i'm in in my house - the time is drastically different.  It's like living in the Twilight Zone.  Who's with me?  Show of hands, please?}

Jabberwocky love,
faith

Dr. Steve's adventures via photo...

As you may or may not remember, i posted in October that Dr. Steve would be going to Haiti for a 3-month period of time as a "Durant fellow" to help the people of Haiti get adequate healthcare in the face of recent disasters....

He has shared a photo link so that we can all see where he is and what he's doing.

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Haiti photos are going to gallery.me.com/shg2. Please share with camp.



Love to you! SG

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i hope you will enjoy...

jabberwocky love,
faith

BABY BELLA IS HERE!!!

CONGRATULATIONS SULLY AND JAY!!!

Bella Katherine St. Amour was born yesterday 11/6/10.  She weighed in at 6 pounds and 14 ounces, and is 18 and a half inches long...

10 fingers and 10 toes.

Mom, dad, and Bella are all healthy and doing fine.

Hopefully there will be more info to follow soon...

Congrats again, to the St. Amours.  Here's to a brand-new generation of Jabberwocky counselors... lol... and i'm sure you'll have a bevy of baby-sitters to choose from until that time comes.

Love to one and all
Jabberwocky style,

faith

On the move...

Hi folks

Nancy Connelly has moved back to Nashua for a while while she looks for another room-mate situation.  She would like everyone to know that she is no longer in Mont Vernon.  She does not know how long she will be in Nashua - it might be a good chunk of time, or it may go by much more quickly - so, until further notice, please use her Nashua contact info.

If you need her Nashua address or phone number, please feel free to contact me.

Thanks!

Jabberwocky love,
faith

Kendra's Surgery

Hi folks!

More Kendra news...

About a week and a half ago, Kendra had some surgery.  I don't have details as to what it was about.  I do know that it was successful, she was super-brave, and after just a few days in the hospital, she is now home.

She would *love* to have cards sent to her!  Can you just imagine Kendra and an over-flowing mailbox?  Priceless...

So please email me directly for Kendra's address.  I would be happy to share with you.

We love you, Kendra!  Stay well!

Jabberwocky love,
faith

Halloween...

Did everyone have a good one?

Did anyone dress up?

What's your favorite trick-or-treat candy?

I'm curious to see how people spent their Halloween, so do share stories!

I've heard that there was a folly of sorts in Amherst on Halloween weekend.  I don't have ANY of the details, so if someone could fill me in, I would really appreciate it.  Makes it a lot easier to post about an event if there's something to write about... hahaha.

Seriously though, any info would be good...  I know there are a lot of Jabberwockians connected in the Amherst-y area nowadays.  I'd rather have repeat info than nothing at all...

Waiting...

Jabberwocky love,
faith

Movin' On Up...

Stefanie Sacks has officially moved into her own condo in Peabody.  She is adjusting slowly but surely.  I'm sure her dog, Coco, is also doing some adjusting to his new environment.

Please email either me or Stefanie directly if you would like her new mailing address.

I've heard that Stefanie is already having weekend company, and enjoying time spent with friends. 

Congratulations, Stefanie!

Jabberwocky love,
faith

Mike's Play goes public...

another update from Maggie Raemer....

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The other exciting adventure I had this month was when a bunch of July


counselors took a road trip to Williamstown, MA. Our very own, Mike

Leon wrote a play called, Ghost in the Machine which was begin

performed at Williams College. The play was amazing and it was great

to see it, visit Williams, and hang out with the cast! We were all

very impressed with Mike's play-writing talents.

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So Mike, CONGRATULATIONS on your play!  it's amazing that you wrote one, first of all... not very many people can do that ...

and then that it actually was PERFORMED?  Kudos to you, my friend!  I hope you know that those us who weren't there with you to watch the performance still support your talents, abilities, and courage.

Congrats again!

Jabberwocky love,
faith

Kendra's Columbus Day Weekend

a note from our own Maggie Raemer about a fun-filled long weekend with Kendra.  Sounds like everyone had a blast!

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Over Columbus Day weekend i had the pleasure of being with


Kendra all weekend while her mom was in California and her dad was

working. We had a BLAST! I stayed at her house the first night, of

course we took a trip to the Cape Cod Mall, visited Sal, Ron and

Jackie at Hannoush Jewelers {on a personal note, i wish i could have been there to watch these interactions - faith!)  

and had a delicious dinner at TGIFridays!


On Saturday we drove to Boston and she got to see my dorm room and

meet some of my new friends at BU. We went out for a delicious lunch,

too! On Sunday we woke up and went out to breakfast with Peter,

Kaitlin, Alex, Caroline, Samantha and Larkin! Then, we hung out at my

house before going to Sully's house for a visit. (We even got to see

the baby's very cute pink nursery!) We played some band hero, and of

course went out for some Mexican food! Monday we got up early and

went to King Richard's Fair in Carver, MA... we had a great time,

Kendra went on rides and even got her face painted like a puppy. We

went to the Tiger show and saw dancers and a magician. All in all, it

was a very fun weekend!

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Sounds a lot better than the way i spent *my* Columbus Day weekend!  You go, Kendra!  Thanks for the update, Maggie!

November...

you know that saying, "it never rains, but it pours?"

well - for a while there wasn't anything of note to post on the blog (at least not stuff that people were telling *me*) and now?  KA-BLAM!

Tons of stuff.

So one at a time.  Here we go.

Jabberwocky love,
faith