French Meadows Testimonials and Poetry
For many people, French Meadows is a life-changing event and, in my opinion, something everyone should experience at least once.
K.L., Oakland, CA
A supreme highlight of the past couple of years, and I didn't expect to have so much fun! I'll be back next summer for sure.
E.N. Lamy, NM
With it being my first time I wasn't sure what to expect but I left feeling energized and focused, and felt I learned a lot.
L.E., Canada
When I go to French Meadows, it's like coming home. The trees and the people welcome me with open arms. My special ROCK in the river invites me to sit on it. . . Support, camaraderie and learning takes place on many levels, from our teachers and from each other.
B.J., Placerville, CO
Whatever imbalances occurred over the course of the year disappeared, seemingly without effort, during my 9-day stay at the French Meadows Camp. I was restored to well being at every level. An energizing, potent experience. Highly recommended.
L.V., Thousand Oaks, CA
French Meadows Camp--come for the food and stay for the people.
P.S., Palo Alto, CA
French Meadows 2003
The freedom of the wind,
The blossom of the flowers,
The power of the stream,
The gentleness of the moss,
The stability of the rocks,
The newness of the saplings,
The freshness of the air,
The strength of the mountains,
The openness of the sky,
The lightness of the clouds,
The brightness of the sun,
The essence of the moon,
The cleansing of the morning dew,
The beauty of nature,
The beauty of you.
Stand on the edge of this beauty
open your arms.
Fill your heart
and absorb it into the depths of your soul.
Merge with this beauty
until you are on with all that is,
until you can soar with the eagle
with wings on the wind.
Let it fill your body
and release the tension that limits you.
Send your worries with the wind that
blows through and cleanses you.
Wash your heart in the stream of life
and let the stress of the world
flow out and be released.
Let nature love you until you are new.
Then look upon nature
with eyes of a newborn child,
and know your mother
who gives you life
and nourishes your body and soul.
Dawn Black, Austin, TX
July 21, 2003
Summer Camp Magic
French Meadows 2005
Caught in a time warp, last year'scamp is like yesterday's treat
we pick up where we left off
without missing a beat.
We attend the lectures
to learn about health
and discover for ourselves
the key to true wealth.
Camping out in nature
shaded by the tall trees
we discover that the best things in life
are really and truly free.
Away from work and routine
more than once in a while
our grumpiness disappears
and we genuinely smile.
Caught in the heat
some of us strip naked
to cool and refresh ourselves
and maybe remain sacred.
Expert musicians
agree on a key
then start the flow
of chords, rhythm, and harmony.
Connected to the universe
blockages disappear
love and creativity flow
we start to feel and hear.
Sharing, friendship, and love
we do much more than connect
is it really possible
our lives to redirect?
Filled with activities
summer camp zips by
before we know it the end is upon us
time really does fly.
We wish each other a great year
when we finally depart
we hug and we cry
and try not to break our hearts.
Gerard Lum, Mountain View, CA
July 2005
