Archive for September, 2008
Monday, September 29th, 2008
Memories
As I worry about the state/status of childhood in today’s world, I find I am thinking more about my own childhood. It has been an interesting process of rediscovery and reflection. We all have our ‘life story’. Mine is probably no different than yours. But, I have been wondering about living as a child today [...]
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Friday, September 26th, 2008
Strong Community
During times of stress and chaos, it is important to remember our role as a camp leader. The camp community has endured many a national crisis during our 100 years. Often, the community and families and, more importantly, children and youth have looked to ‘camp’ and its leaders for calm, respite, and support. We certainly [...]
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Friday, September 19th, 2008
Extend the hand
We are trying new things and stretching ourselves. We face enormous challenges laced with opportunites and relevance. Yet, when we try ne things we feel clumsy and uncomfortable. Even a silly thing like trying to manage a blog. What I have discoverd, however, with my spurts and starts people have reached out to support, encourage, [...]
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Tuesday, September 16th, 2008
Who Owns It
Sometimes I have heard people refer to the 2020 Vision as Peg’s vision. That simply is not the case. Many people took part in the development of this inititaitve. Comments and observations from members, parents, staff, and the national board. It is the initiative the ACA’s National Board of Directors. And, it will take the [...]
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Monday, September 8th, 2008
Opportunities and Challenges
Many think it is only ACA and the camp experience that are faced with challenges. ACA is not the only organization faced with changes on a daily basis.  Everyone is struggling in any number of key areas.Â
The Marketplace - is changing! The expectations, demands, alternative options, and the global economy is impacting our world. The demographics [...]
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Friday, September 5th, 2008
passion
I take a risk using this word….may invite more than desired. : ) Nonetheless, it is the word that keeps bouncing around in my brain. How do people work hard and contribute if they do not have a passion for what they do? I need intense emotional excitement in order to endure the difficulties that [...]
