2011-03-21




Here are examples of my suggestions for a cannon in the pit, old shipboard cannon on cradle made of beams.

2011-01-14

Proclamation 2011 ~ 1

PROCLAMATION
2011-1

On This The 14th Day Of The New Year ~ I, The Exalted Leader Of The Clans And Member Of The Eagle Clan, Do Hereby Declare The Following Proclamation As Authentic And Approved For Adoption.

"The Vision"
As the north winds blew across the vastness of the Hole In The Wall, I finally laid my head to rest after viewing "Lonesome Dove". At 3:30 AM, on this date, I extinguished the flame of my "Hot Apple Pie" Scented Candle. The smoke from the extinguished flame drifting throughout the room.

As my eyes closed in sleep, a "vision" appeared in my subconscious state. I found myself standing alone on the vastness of the great tundra plains of northern Alaska. In the distant, the voice of the Wolf could be heard. With the eye of the Eagle, a subliminal image appeared to me as a mass migration of the Caribou topped the ridge in front of me. They approached me, unafraid as they spread around my presence and continued their journey to winter territory.
They disappeared as rapidly as they had appeared before me. The scent of smoke filled the air as I set amidst the snow covered tundra. The Caribou, a worthy animal is known to travel hundreds of miles to the north during the spring of the year to give new life to the herd. As the north winds blow, they once again return to the south to escape the elements, feed and breed. The herd is ever moving, stopping only long enough to rest, feed, breed, and give birth. Although, they are known to accomplished each of theses things even when they are moving through the wilderness of their domain.
As I sat in the trodden snow from the hooves of the Caribou, the "Snow Owl" appeared in my vision, winging it's way in the direction of the Caribou. As the Snow Owl appeared in my vision, it transitioned into a shape that I have never observed. At the speed of the owl, the object appeared as a large image, instead of legs or wings, it's movement was created by large, black round things. From the top, black smoke bellowed, filling the fresh air of the tundra with the stench of the tar beds that I have seen upon the tundra. The object of my vision was longer than anything I have seen in my domain, the sound deafening to the ears. As it passed through my vision, I saw the animal that walks up right on two legs as he pursued the Caribou across the tundra prairie.
Although, he appeared and disappeared quickly from my sight, I too had a vision of this creature of mystery. Like the Caribou, he to is always moving from the lowlands to the snow clad mountains. His migration will take him from sea to sea, in all four directions that the wind blows. As with the Caribou, he to is always on the move, pausing only long enough to rest, feed, and breed. But, also like the Caribou his also known to accomplish each of these things even when he is moving and does not have the time to stop and rest.

"Proclamation"
Taking into consideration of the images that came to me in my "Vision", I the Grand Poo-Pa, and member of the Eagle Clan do hereby declare, decree, and confirm that my brother William Dwayne Harrington, also known as Bill, Billy, and Willy will henceforth be declared the "Caribou Clan" and welcomed to the Hole In The Wall as a member after he has adhered to the traditions of membership.

"Membership"
Although decreed by "vision", membership is not automatic until certain "Conditions of Clanning" are completed at the Council of the Fire Pit.
It is therefore decreed, to be Clanned as the "Caribou" you must appear in person before the Exalted Grand Poo-Pa and those Clans In Membership. As with all Clans, you must not only present yourself but you are also required to gather and present certain items as "contributions" to the Hole In the Wall.
As the Caribou, with the ability to travel great distances, you are tasked with presenting upon your appearance at the "Fire Pit" one license plate from each of the fifty states which comprises our union. The dates of the license has no consequence nor where or how you obtain them. You are permitted to request assistance from others in obtaining these objects. Upon completion and submission of said objects, you will then assist in "slapping a 90" and the construction similar in shape to the "HITW Welcome Sign". Material and assistance will be provided to you in the construction of this project.

It is furthermore decreed that you will also present one written document which will be formulated in poetic form and pertaining to the Caribou. This document with words in rhyme should also include reference to the other Clans.

All Clans look forward to your Induction into the "Hole In The Wall"








2010-12-25

"First Call"/"Reveille"

"Colors"

2010-12-19

Christmas Eve



















CHRISTMAS AT THE HOLE IN THE WALL

With just five days remaining until Christmas Eve and our family gathering at the "Hole In The Wall" it is time to prepare and finalize the plans. We have to have a plan. Next year, we will have an election as to whom plans!

As of 2321 on Sunday, December 19, 2010 the following Clans have indicated that they will be in attendance. Best total count that I currently have is twenty eight persons of varied heights and sizes. At least two of the 28 will not be having dinner, as they bring their own dinner in the shape of bottles and nipples.

"*CONFIRMED GUEST LIST"
Eagle Clan (2)
Buffalo Clan (4)
Wolf Clan (5)
Moose Clan (5)
Bear Clan (3)
Lynx Clan (2)
Woodpecker Clan (5)
Brittany (2)

"NOT ABLE TO ATTEND"
Beaver Clan
Raven Clan (26th Evening)
Charmin

"UNKNOWN"
Donald (2)

DINNER MENU
Diner Menu Is As Planned On The Earlier Posting, Directly Below This Posting.

Stan: "Stan's Secret Chili" or "Seafood Spectacular Stew"
Dana: Guacamole
Marina: Baklava
Rodney: Rodney's Three Day Meat Balls In Sauce
Eagle Clan: Hot Dogs / Buns / Cheese For Chili Dogs
Crystal: Pizza (I think that Is What She Told Me)

ITEMS NEEDED
Chili (In case mine fails due to unavailability of the secret ingredients)
Hamburgers / Buns For Chili Burgers
Hot Dogs / Buns For Chili Dogs
Plastic or Paper Bowls / Plates
Plastic Silverware
Deserts
Coffee, Hot Chocolate
Alcoholic Beverage
Whatever You Want To Bring
Pre-cooking Would be Good Because We Ain't Got No Kitchen
Dogs / Burgers Can Be Cooked On the Fire Pit

Dependent on manpower and time, will start decorating on Tuesday / Wednesday.
Moose Clan brought in one truck load of firewood ~ will need to acquire additional

Warning
"Curfew Will Be Enforced at 8:00 pm for everyone under 19 so they will be asleep when Santa arrives".

Wishing All Of You A Very Merry Christmas,
It Will Be Good Having Everyone Together Once more. We have so much to be thankful for.