The Maroon Vol. 3… No. 68
Wednesday, August 23, 2023
“Bringing us all to a place we don't want to lose."
Observer: Leaving A Legacy
Macky’s New York: Candy, Soda, Cigars
William Peay: Tales From The Wood…
RHS Athletic Hall Of Fame: Made For & Inspired By RHS Alumni
Project Arrow: Creating An Online Home For RHS Arrow Yearbooks
Mark Porro: A Cup Of Tea On The Commode
M + A NYC: Mighty Are We As One
James Stroker: Hope Coach
Jim Schoneman: Rock Hound
Siobhan Crann Winograd: Around The Village
Kathy & Ross Petras: You’re Saying It Wrong
Ridgewood Library Bolger Heritage Center: Labor Day Races
Observer
Leaving A Legacy
Midland Park, NJ Girls Soccer Team Coach Jeff Yearing, RHS 1966, is entering his 49th year of coaching. He obviously has a bit of contempt for the ageist attitudes bandied about freely and which contaminate our society with ridiculous notions about Age and inevitable declines in mind, body & spirit.
I applaud Midland Park Schools for hiring a brilliant soccer coach. He will leave behind a similar legacy as in his time coaching in Ridgewood. What more could be ask of a person at any age?
49th year coaching high school soccer.
43 years at Ridgewood High School ( 33 years with the girls, 10 years with the boys).
Starting my 4th season with the Midland Park High School Girls after one year with the Indian Hills HS girls and one year with the Millburn High School boys.
Macky’s New York
Matthew Cortellesi Photography
August 20, 2023 - Greenwich Village
Candy, Soda, Cigars
If I made a board game of New York City...this spot would have to be one of the game pieces - I've walked through those doors many times and have been asked to leave only a few which if you looked at it from a pure percentage perspective...it's one of my better batting averages for this town.
Shot with the wide angle lens on Christopher and 7th looking east with the rising sun over my right shoulder.
Time 730am
William Peay
Tales From The Wood…
So... I've had a revelation.
Walking up Clinton it occurred to me why I probably find field stones so comforting.. I'm so old, I can remember when they replaced the beautiful, but broken blue slate sidewalks with cement. It was so alien that we walked in the street for years.
But to my point… many of the streets and sidewalks were lined with field stones.
Besides driveways and crossing streets, I could walk from my house to school on field stones without touching the ground. And we'd race and shove each other out of the way trying to pass. Probably why I still have great balance to this day. And that comfort comes from a happy childhood.
RHS Athletic Hall Of Fame
Made For & Inspired By RHS Alumni
Visit the RHS Hall of Fame
Digital Printing for the RHS Hall of Fame provided by Tim Boucher, RHS 1988
Project Arrow
Creating An Online Home For RHS Arrow Yearbooks
A collaborative effort by Ridgewood High School and the Ridgewood Public Library. Details coming in September, 2023
Digital archiving by Michael Culver, RHS 2002, and his firm 1Row.com
Mark Porro
A Cup Of Tea On The Commode
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Coming up on twenty-eight years since I took my dad on a trip to Celle San Vito Italy to discover his father's birthplace. And while there, we cleared the family name. More on that in my next book, "Slightly Unsalted; My father, his snack invention, and our mountaintop village in Italy." Stay tuned.
M + A NYC
Mighty Are We As One
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James Stroker
Hope Coach
"Control the Controllables" is a fundamental concept that can guide us through life's myriad challenges. It's a practice that, at its core, is rather straightforward: distinguishing between what lies within our control and what does not.
In many ways, this demarcation is as clear as black and white. All external occurrences, be it someone else's words, actions, or even the weather, are beyond our control. We cannot dictate these external circumstances, no matter how strongly we may feel about them. This fundamental principle finds its roots in the wisdom of Epictetus, a master who first codified this incredible awareness.
The essence of this awareness boils down to one crucial distinction - separating what we can control from what we cannot. The way we perceive ourselves, the situations we find ourselves in, and the people who populate our lives - these are all within our sphere of control and choice. Equally, our strategies, game plans, and the effort we invest in our daily pursuits are entirely within our control.
However, the thoughts that spontaneously enter our minds, uninvited and unplanned, and the sudden surges of emotion that can make us feel unlike ourselves, are elements beyond our conscious control. These thoughts and emotions have a habit of intruding upon our inner peace without warning. Yet, even in this realm, we retain the power to control our response. It all starts with the awareness that these mental and emotional visitors are present, and that they were not chosen by us.
The task at hand, then, is to separate and identify the thoughts that we consciously choose and those that slip in through the back door, attempting to pilfer our peace. This act of discernment is the first step toward maintaining our inner serenity in the face of life's unpredictabilities.
As we age and evolve, we gain a deeper understanding of the paradox of listening. We come to realize that listening often requires us to speak less and become masters of empathetic, compassionate understanding. However, the paradox lies in the fact that perhaps we need to stop listening so intently to those intrusive thoughts and, instead, engage in a dialogue with ourselves marked by strength, confidence, and validation.
Engage in self-talk that reinforces your positivity, confidence, and hopefulness. Remind yourself of your past achievements and your ability to surmount difficulties. Embrace challenges not as obstacles but as opportunities in disguise. These affirmations are the building blocks of resilience and fortitude.
The game of life, much like a never-ending baseball season, is characterized by its perpetual nature. There is no finish line, no ultimate moment of having everything entirely figured out. Just like a seasoned baseball player who, without apparent reason, enters a slump, we too face moments of adversity. In response, we adapt, adjust, and refine our approach until we regain our stride.
What makes us truly remarkable is our shared humanity. None of us has all the answers, and none of us are exempt from life's challenges. There are moments when we wonder, "Why me? It's not fair. I must be the only one dealing with these struggles." Yet, this is precisely where humility and growth reside.
Ego, that feeling of having it all figured out, can be a pitfall. It's when we believe we're invincible that we're most vulnerable. Challenges are not meant to defeat us; they are the crucibles that forge our strength.
So, as we step onto the arena of life each day, let our mindset resound with the words: "Bring it on, for I am ready. I've faced challenges before, and I will face them again. Each obstacle is an opportunity, and I am stronger and more prepared than ever." With this unwavering spirit, we can navigate the ever-unfolding game of life, confident in our ability to conquer whatever lies ahead.
Jim Schoneman
Rock Hound
Dead calm on the river tonight. The nighthawks and cedar waxwings are out catching the white mayflies. They are quite the aerial acrobats.
Siobhan Crann Winograd
Around The Village
Kathy & Ross Petras
You’re Saying It Wrong
Ross & Kathy’s podcast: You're Saying It Wrong is a podcast that looks at what we get wrong—and what we sometimes get right—when it comes to this English language.
Ridgewood Library Bolger Heritage Center
Labor Day Races
In 1894, President Grover Cleveland made Labor Day a national holiday. The long history behind the holiday begins in the late 1800s when American workers held the first Labor Day parade in NYC on September 5, 1882. Though celebrated since then, it took until the labor crisis in 1894 for President Cleveland to sign the bill into law on June 28, stating Labor Day was officially a national holiday.
Over the years Ridgewood has honored the American workers and celebrated the holiday. If you’re interested in learning more about how Ridgewood and the surrounding towns took part in the holiday, please contact the Bolger Heritage Center at 201-670-5600 x135 or skiefer@ridgewoodlibrary.org