The First Week Flying By

The past few days have been a blur of kef (fun) and ruach (spirit). Every day, the chanichim (campers) cheer their loudest during both flag raising and lowering for a chance to sing one of the songs that their shichvah (group) have written. The chugim (clubs) that the chanichim got to choose from are some of the most creative yet, and everyone is having a blast. While there are classic chugim like DIY (Do it yourself), where chanichim learn useful skills, there are also new chugim like Jewish Ethics (a discussion group), Creative Biting (a drama group), and Dirty Fun (a group of merry-hearted kids who like to get dirty, and of course, clean up afterward).
Last night we had an incredible time with a Tochnit Erev (Evening Program) based on the tower of Babel story. The chanichim were introduced to the leader of "the Cause". They learned to dress alike, dance alike and look alike (imagine fake black moustaches and glasses). Whenever anybody asked what the cause was they were reminded not to question the cause. Soon, everyone was getting into the role playing, and then we brought everyone together for "the Cause", which was stacking boxes as high as we could. The process was interrupted however, by the Diversity Monster, who convinced the chanichim that conformity isn't all its cracked up to be. After overthrowing the "Cause" leader, we all went to the Cheder Ochel (Dining Hall) for a diversity party, where we had face paints, snacks, highlighters and black lights.
The Tochnit Erev was a growing experience and a fun time for all. In your next letter to your children ask them what their chug is - we're sure they'd love to share!!