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1993-05 The Classmate: Officer Students' Spouses' Club Magazine / (May 1993)

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8un8aH rhe lYIontere!J Peninsula 6 finest 5200 Coe Ilvenue, fort Drt/, CIl IID8-3911-25 f 5 The Classmate Staff HEROES Editor-In-Chief Paulla Estes ...... 649-3702 Table of Contents SMC 2330

Advisor Editor's Comer ...... 2 Marianne Roser ...... 655-4420 OSSC News Writers President's Message ...... 3 Joie Brunger ...... 384-7437 International Tea ...... 19 Laura Dorko ...... 372-0714 Susan Everingham ...... 375-1926 NPS & Community News Monica Maurasse ...... 384-0117 Around The Bay ...... 4 Kim McGinnis ...... 647-1655 Monterey Peninsula's Writers Club ...... 6 Carolyn McQuarrie ...... 655-5744 Fort Ord Activities ...... 6 Jacey Skillman ...... ~ ..... 646-9527 Coastal Culture ...... 7 Loralee Tapp ...... 899-9759 La Mesa Women's Bible Study ...... 19 Rebecca White ...... 3734713 Falcon Cable Changes ...... 19 Vacation Bible School ...... 23 Illustrator La Mesa Residents Association ...... 24 Kellie Wallace ...... 372-1666 Class Gift ...... 27

Photographer Columns & Features Kitty Soutter ...... 647-1475 Scuba Ventures...... 5 Health and Fitness ...... 8 Advertising Sales Who Is Your Hero? ...... 10 Carol Jones ...... 373-2750 Good Guys ...... 11 Sea Otters ...... 12 Billing Director Standing The Test Of Times ...... 13 Karla Simei ...... 375-7262 Yesterday's Heroes ...... 14 Be A Buddy ...... 16 Production Manager A Celebration of Motherhood ...... 18 Monica Maurasse ...... 384-0117 Live Wire ...... 20 The Military Wife ...... 22 Circulation Manager Cheryl McGuire ...... 646-0638 OSSC Phone ...... 655-3351

TheClassmate was oringinated and previously edited by the wives of the students of the General Line and Naval Science School. It is now sponsored by the Officer About The Cover: Students' Spouses' Club ofthe Naval PostgnduateScbool. Materials and opinions contained herein are those of the Pictured on ourcover is Donald H. Estes, LTjg USN, with his wife, contributors and should not be considered an official expression of the Officer Students' Spouse' Club or the Barbara, and son, Todd, celebrating his safe return from Viet­ Department ofthe Navy . Advertisements in the publication nam in 1966. Today, Captain and Mrs. Estes live in Newport, R.1. do not constitute an endorsement by the Department of the Navy of services ad vertised. Written permi ssion is neces­ where he is an instructor at the War College. Their son, Todd, a sarytoreprintany material herein. Published at no cost to Naval Lieutenant, is a student in Computer Technology here at the U.S. Government. NPS. Turn to page 10 for a tribute to his father. The monthly deadline for ALL copy to the Editor, SMC 2330, is the 1st of the month prior to the month of publication (November 1st forpublication intheDecember issue). Tbedeadline for advertising copy is the 5th ofthe month prior to the month of publication. by Paulla Estes

in dire need of admirable role models. Heroes give us hope and make us feel Susan Everingham, a new Classmate we can do things we ordinarily would writer, addresses this issue in her article, not have the courage to do. If we can be "Good Guys" on page 11. Think back. a hero to at least one other person in our Do you have a hero from your child­ lives, we will be doing our part. As In mythology, a hero is a man en­ hood? Who do you admire or strive to be Romain Rolland said in L'Adolescent, dowed with great courage and strength, like today? Are you your child's (or any "A hero is a man who does what he can." celebrated for his bold exploits, and child's) hero? In "Be a Buddy," on page If you are a writer, photographer, favored by the gods. American Heritage 16, Joie Brunger elaborates on the need illustrator or simply someone who wants Dictionary defines a hero as any man for role models and the benefits of being to be part of a special production, join noted for feats of courage, or nobility of a big brother or big sister. the Classmate staff. Our meetings are the purpose. But heroes are not needed only by the first Wednesday of every month at 1071 Courage. Nobility. Strength. All ad­ children-in our lives. Who do we look up Spruance Road in La Mesa. For ques­ mirable traits. Yet the word hero in our to as adults; as husbands and wives; as tions, call 649-3702. Who knows, maybe society today means much more. A hero employees, officers, and leaders; as par­ one day someone will quote you! is a person we admire and strive to be ents and as friends? Who are our he­ -----_e e e------like. Sometimes a hero is a person who roes?. Our parents? A fondly remem­ can do something we can not do. A hero bered teacher? A great American leader? is, perhaps, a person who has simply We must define, as individuals, what we done a small amount of good in our ever­ are looking for in a role model. Carolyn Dentistry for Infants, changing, troubled world. MacQuarrie, also new to the Classmate Children & Teenagers In this age of independence and self­ staff, has developed a detailed study of fulfillment, few people admit to having two well-known American heroes who heroes as they did in times passed. But are excellent models for all Americans. when asked, most people cherish at least Look for this on page 14. one person who has touched their lives in Why heroes? a way that has lifted them up, given them The purpose of The Classmate is to encouragement, or simply caused them broaden communication between the to want to be a better human being. To OSSC and NPS students and their many, this person is a parent or grand­ spouses. It is also a channel to welcome parent; to others, a sibling or a spouse; newcomers, report OSSC functions, to still others, a movie star, a sports publicize future NPS and area events, figure, a politician, etc. and provide information on current MILITARY DEPENDENT Classmate writer, Rebecca White, did events. Last, and certainly not least, the INSURANCE PLAN an informal survey found on page 10. purpose of The Classmate is to provide A4EMBERSc Rebecca was surprised to find that while material for thought, enrichment, and - AMERICAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION - AMERICAN ACADEMY OF most of the people she interviewed do entertainment for the students and spouses PEDIATRIC DENTISTS have heroes, the heroes of their youth of the Naval Postgraduate School. - CALIFORNIA SOCIETY OF have changed considerably. Apparently I find that there are many people from PF.DlATRIC DENTISTS as these people reached adulthood, many my past and today, whom I look to for We specialize in the dental of their childhood heroes fell off their guidance in presenting this magazine as care o/.voung people /rom pedestals. Growing up, we learn that it should be: thought provoking, enter­ birlh to age 18 heroism must be redefined. taining, touching, funny, informative, J. Mark Bayless, John Faia, III, Sadly, in half the families around our interesting. I will rely on these role D.M.D. D.D.S. country, fathers and mothers are not the 333 El Dorado, models; thus, I thought it appropriate Monterey • 375-4892 heroes anymore. The children of our that my first issue as Editor focus on our country have turned to the media and are heroes, past and present. 2 Classmate President's Message by Faith Williston

Springtime in Monterey is beautiful! dents and staff artists. The works will In ten years of travel around the United range from watercolor, paintings, crafts, States I can't think of a better place to be jewelry, clothing items; I could go on. than here, in May. This will be our last This will be the only art show in town! spring in Monterey and I plan to spend The Bazaar will be held in the Ballroom plenty of time outside at T -Ball practice from lOa.m. until 4 p.m. I look forward and games, at the beach, and tons of time to seeing you at these events...... -...... ----- ___-:.. ___ --";.....11 at the golf course. Of course I forgot one I would like to say a few words regard­ big thing: Bill begins his thesis this ing some folks who worked very hard in to Melodie Weddle and Kim McGinnis summer, so we'd better hurry lip and April. First there was the Easter for hosting this event. I'll keep you have fun! Eggstravaganza, which was great! Kari posted on the recipients of the alloca­ Let me tell you about some events Tergeson did a fabulous job in getting all tions. The OSSC also participated in the coming up so you can make plans. On 3000 Easter Eggs hidden, putting games Adobe Tours by hosting the Cooper­ May 14th we are looking forward to the together, tying ropes and dressing the Molera Adobe. Thanks to Shannon Eagle International Tea at Quarters A. The Tea Easter Bunny. From the number of people and Kellie Wallace for their work in is to honor our many international spouses who attended and who enjoyed them­ putting this event together. here in Monterey. All members of the selves, I'd say Kari deserves a big "Thank The OSSC has always got something OSSC and all international spouses are You!" Also in April was the Art Auc­ in the works, as you can see. We have invited to attend. The Tea will be held tion. This event is the OSSC's alloca­ plenty of opportunities and channels for from 3 p.m. until 5 p.m. tions event. All the money made on this your input so please feel free to join us at On May 15th you can look forward to event is added to the other funds made any event or member's meeting. If you a Spring Bazaar! The Bazaar will feature during the year and given to the commu­ have any questions regarding OSSC please many local artists, OSSC members, stu- nity or given in scholarships. Thank you feel free to call me at 655-5183.

OSSC MEMBERSHIP The OSSC is the Officers Students' Spouses' Club of the Naval Postgraduate School for the spouses of all students. In addition to sponsoring monthlyactMties such as luncheons, OSSC also sponsors the Art Auction, Adobe Tour, International Students' Spouses Tea and many other Holiday events. Dues collected en· @e you to member discounts as well as monthly Pink Ryers and the OSSC Directory. To obtain membership, fill out the form below and send ij with a check made out to OSSC to: Laurie Kearns, 124 Brownell Cirde, Monterey, CA 93940; SMC# 1922; phone# 375-5026.1 year (4 quarters) = $15.00; 18 months (6 quarters) = $20.00; 1 year or more (8 quarters +) = $25.00. This is a one time fee. The International Wwes' Membership is free. SMC # New Member Renewal Active Associate ______Last Name ______First ______Phone # ______

Spouse's Name ______Rank _____ Service ______

Curriculum ______GraduationDate(monthlyear) ______Address ______City ______ZipCode ______

Length of Membership ______Amount Enclosed $______

Are you interested in committee work? YES ___ NO ___ Volunteer? YES ___ NO ______

Would you like to participate in our club administration? YES ___ NO ___WOUld you like a copy of the essc By-Laws? YES ___ NO ___ Do you wish to have your Name, Spouse's Name and Service, Address and Telephone Number in the OSSC Directory? (members only) YES NO ___

Classmate 3 Around riJe Bay

May 1-2 American Indian Spring Market, San Juan Bautista (408)623-2379 A celebration of Native American tribes featuring tribal artists, dancers, food and fashion.

May 12 - 16 Salinas Valley Fair, King City (408)385-3243 May 22 American Cancer Society June 5 Family Fun Extravaganza, Features agricultural and livestock ex­ Tennis Classic hosted by The Spanish Seaside (408)899-6270 hibits, crafts, entertainment, food booths Bay Tennis Pavilion, Pebble Beach - A full day of special events for the and carnival rides. (408)372-4521 family. Features a tennis competition, BBQ, May 15 -16 Monterey County Artists' silent auction, entertainment and draw­ June 5 - 6 Monterey's Birthday Party, Studio Tour, Monterey County - ing. Proceeds benefit cancer services Monterey (408)655-8070 (408)625-4175 or 375-6165 and research for Monterey County. A celebration of Monterey 's 223rd Birth­ A self-guided tour through local artists' day sponsored by the Old Monterey studios in Monterey County. Partici­ May 29 - 30 The Great Monterey Business Association. A four block fair pants can interact with emerging and Squid Festival, Monterey along historic Alvarado Street featuring well-established artists in their working (408)649-6544 more than 100 booths: fine art and craft, environments. A one-of-a-kind event featuring squid historical displays, live music, gourmet every which way. Entertainment, arts, and ethnic foods. crafts, cooking demonstrations and more. If it weren't perforlIled by a doctor, you'd think , , , it was a lIliracle. To wake up one morning and have near perfect vision. No contacts. No glasses. Everything clear, even the smallest details. It is entirely possible with a simple out-patient procedure known as Radial Keratotomy, a permanent correction for nearsightedness and astigmatism. For more information, call to attend a free seminar presented by the RK Institute of California. South Bay's most experienced RK specialist. Thursday, June 10th. 6:30 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency Monterey

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4 Classmate ~Q Scuba Ventures by Ed and Marty Martin

White beaches, craggy rocks, pound­ light of the 100-foot high kelp forests, The following information may be help­ ing surf, and twisted cypresses; the invertebrates and plants without roots ful if you would like to explore the Monterey Peninsula is indeed a show­ create a world of vibrant color. While underwater world of Monterey Bay. in­ place of natural beauty. The beauty, navigating through the cold water, a formation on lessons and rental equip­ however, is not limited to the panoramic diver may tind himself swimming along ment are available from: views we see above the surface of the side a California Sea Lion, a Sea Otter, Fort Ord Outdoor Recreation Monterey Bay. There is yet, another or a school of Sheep Head . Although the 242-0392 ~ world, vast and rich with life, waiting to marine life is not as concentrated as one Bamboo Reef Enterprises be explored through the undersea sport might find at the Monterey Bay 372-1685 of scuba diving. Aquarium, the thrill of actually being Aquarius Dive shop If you have visited the Monterey Bay part of the ocean's natural environment 375-6605 or 375-1933 Aquarium, you have experienced a small is unforgettable. Monterey Bay School of Diving sample of the magniticent sights await­ One aspect of this environment is the 655-3483 ing you beneath the pristine waters of the extremely cold waters which range be­ One final note that may help to spark Bay. To fully appreciate the beauty of tween 48 and 57 degrees Farinhiet. But your interest in scuba diving. The the underwater environment, you must don't let the cold water discourage you Monterey Bay Aquarium accepts appli­ literally immerse yourself in it. If you from diving. If you are well equipped cations for volunteer divers to help feed are a certified diver, then you are set to with a 114 inch wet suit, a hood, booties the fish in the main exhibit. For more go! If not, the process of becoming a and gloves, after five minutes you won't information on this event, call the qualified scuba diver is relatively easy. give the frigid waters a second thought. Aquarium at 648-4867. There are several dive shops locally that Only when you dive do you truly appre­ offer classes in open water certitication. ciate the thick, furry coat ofthe Sea Otter The classes are usually four weeks long, which keeps the otter warm as it dives and the total cost is approximately $250. repeatedly in search of abalone. DEL MONTE This price includes text books, class­ There are dozens of local spots from room and pool instruction, rental equip­ which a diver may embark upon his EXPRESS ment, open water dives, and NAUI (Na­ scuba adventure. Lover's Point Park, tional Association of Underwater In­ Monastery Beach, and the Coast Guard structors) or P ADI (Professional Asso­ Pier are all excellent sites for diving. ciation of Diving Instructors) certitica­ However, if we had to choose just one tion. dive site on the entire Monterey Penin­ The experience of diving in the sula it would have to be Point Lobos. Monterey Bay is one that cannot be Not only is the setting magnificent, but duplicated. According to Robin Ziegler the marine life found in Whalers Cove is of the Bamboo Reef Dive Shop, Monterey unbelievable. Low tides expose rocky Bay is oneofthe top ten dive destinations pools teeming with marine creatures. in the world. Colonies of sea urchins, sea anemones, There are a number of different rea­ startish, and hermit crabs are a few of the Home of the Adult sons for Monterey Bay's popularity. The more conspicuous inhabitants. All this Five Napkin Burger foremost reason being that Monterey in the tide pools ...just imagine the wealth Bay has one of the world's largest sub­ that can be found below. Diving is by Your Host Engineers marine canyons, deeper than the Grand pern~t only and you can make reserva­ Lany, Cindy and Joe Canyon. Only six miles off shore, the tions by calling 1-800-444-PARK. Space Now Serving Breakfast is limited to ten dive teams per day so canyon reaches a depth of 7,000 feet. 2329 North Fremont make your reservations early. We tind Nutrient rich waters upwell from these Monterey, CA 93940 depths and provide an excellent source the restricted access to be a real plus; Pt. of food for the abundance of marine life Lobos is not nearly as crowded as other 408-655-1941 found in these waters. In the subdued sites on the peninsula.

Classmate 5 THE MONTEREY PENINSULA WRITERS CLUB

The Monterey Peninsula Writers Club is a non-protit group of local writers interested in perfecting their craft, and committed to reinforcing their belief that writing is the art of the possible. The focus of the club is the sharing of ideas and opportunities for professional growth, while providing a network of support and encouragement for members. The Club has been in existence on the Monterey Peninsula since 1979. In September 1979 Peninsula writer Annie L. Davis conceived the idea of forming an association with other writers for social support and information purposes. Therefore, she placed and ad in the local paper announcing a meeting. The Monterey Peninsula Writers Club met for the tirst time on October 18, 1979. There were five Would you like to earn extra founding members in attendance. money each month working from The Clubs meets in the evening once a month, from September through June of every year, when a speaker from the area addresses some topic of interest to writers. your own home? The Classmate is All meetings are announced in local papers and libraries, and are open to the pUblic. looking for a new Advertising Di­ Periodic workshops and social gatherings are also held during the ten-month Club rector. The position will be year. They provide members with the opportunity to share their latest projects and available in July and requires at writing interests. least two years prior experience Membership is open to all interested local writers. Club dues, payable each in marketing, sales and/or adver­ September, are $20 per year. Benefits of membership, besides sustaining a tising preferrable for the mass worthwhile organization include: a monthly Newsletter, invitation to all club media. functions, a yearly Membership Roster to facilitate networking, and the opportunity Familiarity with ad copy writing to be part of the club's locally published and distributed anthology, "Visions." For and design would be a plus. Appli­ more information call 372-6052. cants should feel comfortable making sales calls both in person and by phone. This is a job for a go­ Fort Ord Community and Family Activities getter who can handle extensive customer interaction. You must Ft. Ord Outdoor Recreation, Building Powerboat orientation and checkouts will have an IBM compatible computer 3109 on 4th A venue offers the tollowing be on site and participants must pass a and familiarity with spreadsheet classes and programs. Call 242-73221 minimum qualification to rent. Reserva­ and word processing software. 34~6 for information. tions and prepayment is required. If this sounds like something Canoe rentals are available for use in the you would like to do, please call Scuba Classes - Open Water I (begin­ harbor area, or for a trip up the Elkhorn Carol Jones at (408)373-2750, for ning), May I and May 4. Class feeof$20 Slough. For more information call the more information. includes instruction, use of equipment Equipment Center at 242-7322/3486. and registration fee. Open Water II (in­ termediate), May 14. class fee of $85 Ft. Ord Riding Stable offers trail rides, includes registration fees and boating pony rides and weekday or weekend diving. . riding lessons tor all levels and ages. Call 899-7737. Power boat and canoe rentals are at Ft. Ord's "Water Sports Center" located on Also available at great military prices are Highway 1, in Moss Landing next to the accommodations in South Lake Tahoe, Elkhorn Yacht Club. The boats are charter tishing tours, and classes in hang docked at the North Harbor in Moss gliding, kayaking, and surfing. Landing gassed and ready to go.

6 Classmate Coastal Culture GARY O. PALMA, D.D.S. by Loralee Tapp ORTHODONTICS The Monterey area is rich with the­ atres, museums and arts. Each month we will highlight events throughout the area 26535 CARMEL RANCHO BOULEVARD 81 VIA ROBLES and hope that you take advantage of what SUITE 5C MONTEREY, CA 93490 lies in your own backyard. CARMEL, CA 93923 (408) 624-4100 (408) 373-0415 For the theatre enthusiast. .. Grovemont's Monterey Playhouse will Member, American Association of Orthodontists host "Country Cops" until May 23rd and "Lend Me Tenor" until June 20th. My husband and I were here for over a year before we discover Grovemont's QUALITY NEW 8. USED Monterey Playhouse, a great playhouse in downtown Monterey, where a variety LAYAWAYS BICYCLES BICYCLES FOR of plays are scheduled year round and the FREE PICKUP EXPERIENCED ALL AGE GROUPS AND DELIVERY prices are almost the same as a movie. REPAIR ON THE SHOP~ Cherry Hall will hold performances for PENINSULA Austor-Daimler "A Room of Ones Own" until May Mongoose 16th. Hours: Ross KHS The Carmel Misson Basilica will have Daily 9-6 p.m. Sat. & Sun. 9-5 p.m. FiE:E:WH£E1J1G CVCl.€S Puch two showings of "I Cantor" on May 1st ~ and 2nd. SAFETY & SERVICE FIRST The Monterey Peninsula College, Main 188 WEBSTER ST., MONTEREY 373-3855

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The Monterey Peninsula Writers Club is a non-profit group of local writers interested in perfecting their craft, and committed to reinforcing their belief that writing is the art of the possible. The focus of the club is the sharing of ideas and opportunities for professional growth, while providing a network of support and encouragement for members. The Club has been in existence on the Monterey Peninsula since 1979. In September 1979 Peninsula writer Annie L. Davis conceived the idea offorming an association with other writers for social support and information purposes. Therefore, she placed and ad in the local paper announcing a meeting. The Monterey Peninsula Writers Club met for the first time on October 18, 1979. There were five Would you like to earn extra founding members in attendance. money each month working from The Clubs meets in the evening once a month, from September through June of every year, when a speaker from the area addresses some topic of interest to writers. your own home? The Classmate is All meetings are announced in local papers and libraries, and are open to the public. looking for a new Advertising Di­ Periodic workshops and social gatherings are also held during the ten-month Club rector. The position will be year. They provide members with the opportunity to share their latest projects and available in July and requires at writing interests. least two years prior experience Membership is open to all interested local writers. Club dues, payable each in marketing, sales and/or adver­ September, are $20 per year. Benefits of membership, besides sustaining a tising preferrable for the mass worthwhile organization include: a monthly Newsletter, invitation to all club media. functions, a yearly Membership Roster to facilitate networking, and the opportunity to be part of the club's locally published and distributed anthology, "Visions." For Familiarity with ad copy writing ------MULTIPLY TIMES EVERY $1000 OF LOAN AMOUNT TO DETERMINE PRINCIPAL AND INTEREST AMORTIZED LOAN PAYMENT. 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C!) =,-'- 13.00 12.68 11.72 11.06 ., - ~ 13.25 12.82 11 .89 11 .26 u. en d ~ ~~5 .oJ ::l tii FOR ADDITIONAL REAL ESTATE INFORMATION CALL: ID ~ ~ 800-468-7382 800-468-7340 ASK FOR UNDA FOX-JARVIS ASK FOR BARBARA ADAMS Coastal Culture GARY D. PALMA, D.D.S. by Loralee Tapp ORTHODONTICS The Monterey area is rich with the­ atres, museums and arts. Each month we will highlight events throughout the area 26535 CARMEL RANCHO BOULEVARD 81 VIA ROBLES and hope that you take advantage of what SUITE 5C MONTEREY, CA 93490 lies in your own backyard. CARMEL, CA 93923 (408) 624-4100 (408) 373-0415 For the theatre enthusiast. .. Grovemont's Monterey Playhouse will Member, American Association of Orthodontists host "Country Cops" until May 23rd and "Lend Me Tenor" until June 20th. My husband and I were here for over a year before we discover Grovemont's QUALITY NEW. USED Monterey Playhouse, a great playhouse in downtown Monterey, where a variety LAYAWAYS BICYCLES BICYCLES FOR of plays are scheduled year round and the FREE PICKUP EXPERIENCED ALL AGE GROUPS AND DELIVERY prices are almost the same as a movie. REPAIR ON THE SHOP~ Cherry Hall will hold performances for PENINSULA Austor-Daimler "A Room of Ones Own" until May Mongoose 16th. Hours: Ross KHS The Carmel Misson Basilica will have Daily 9-6 p.m . Sat. & Sun. 9-5 p.m. FiE:E:YJH£ElI1G CYCLE:S Puch two showings of "I Cantor" on May 1st ~ and 2nd. SAFETY & SERVICE FIRST The Monterey Peninsula College, Main 188 WEBSTER ST., MONTEREY 373-3855 Stage is presenting " Dinner at Eight" until May 29th. The Indoor Forest Theatre will host 6'AND 8 FOOT "The School ForWives" until May 15th. SPAK'S PARTY SANDWICH SHOP SANDWICHES For those of you who prefer the Sym­ phony ... FEATURING The Monterey Symphony will end the BREAKFAST SANDWICHES season with Phillip Elvy, a violin solo­ JAWS POORBOYS HOAGIES ist. Performances will be held at the Sunset Center at 3:00 p.m. on May 16th 1193 10th St., Monterey (1 block from Naval Postgraduate School) and at Sherwood Hall in Salinas at 8:00 For Faster Service - Phone Ahead 37.5-9161 p.m. on May 17th and 18th. Mon. - Sat. 7-3 Fresh Doughnuts Daily These are a few events occurring thi s month I hope you are able to take advan­ tage of all the culture you have access to on the Peninsula. Enjoy! DEL MONTE This schedule was correct at the time of printing, however changes can occur, so please check directly with the theatre or box office or the local number listed after .' the evefll. FlNE AMERICAN AND EUROPEAN PASTRY SPECIALTIES WEDDING AND PAInY CAKES • FULL UNE OF BREAKFAST ITEMS OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 375-4222 900 Del Montc Shopptng Centcr. 1st right next to Lucky's I Classmate 7 Health and Fitness Sitting: Everybody's Problem by Jay C. Cook, D.C.

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USAF they let us down or simply didn't change "Benjamin Franklin. He was a self-taught to meet our needs. Asadults, we have no Kathy Loper, Cpt. USA expert in a whole lot of fields, a great need for heroes. Our lives are too busy. "M Y mother. " time manager, and very creative." We are taught to give up the fantasies of our youth when we grow up. Ron Kerns, Cpt. USA Cyndi Landers, dep. USA When I was young, I had several he­ "My grandfather, Donald Gray. Hega~e "My mother." roes. As I grew older, some heroes were me his journals from WWI and later 10 replaced by others, while some ceased to his life." Kurt Reitinger, Cpt. USA be heroes and were never replaced. The "My father." one man who has always been my hero is LeVal Sneed, First Lt. USAF still my hero today - my dad. He taught Melodie A. Weddle, dep. USN "Mr. Spack." me the difference between right and [ sit here and think about the heroes of wrong. That a person's word and a my life. As a small child, it was the Tim White, Lt USN handshake should be stronger than a policeman who hel ped me cross the str~t "My parents." piece of paper. That happiness, good or the parish priest. As T grew older, It health, and a family is what makes a man became Martin Luther King, J r., Bobby Trish Reitinger, dep. USA successful, not the size of his paycheck Kenned y, Henry Kissinger and the Apollo "I don't really have a modem day hero. or the car he drives. Astronauts. Men, who, whether they There are a lot of people I admire and I My dad is a quiet man who taught me succeeded or not, tried to leave the world count my father in that group. " that actions speak louder than words. better than they found it. When I was a kid, I thought he could do Now as I think of my hero, the only Tom Loper, Cpt. USA no wrong. When I grew up, I realized he person that comes to mind is a man who "No one person. I admire a lot of differ­ did make a few mistakes now and then had quiet strength and dignity. A man, ent people for different things." but his intentions were always good. He who, without any fanfare, just helped has spent his entire adult life serving his those he could. Not a movie star, not a K\!lIie Wallace, dep. USA country in the Navy. He taught me to president. My hero is a man who died of "James Dobson because he's really try­ love my country, which is the reason I AIDS at age 43: my brother, Thorn. ing to change the world for the better. " serve her today. He was strict when I This man, dying himself, sat in the misbehaved but always forgave me and hospital and held the hands of other Lana Franckiewicz, Lt. USN made me feel like I had it in me to do AIDS patients who were dying alone. "I rea II y admire General Colin Powell. " better. He is a good athlete and was good Alone because family and friends were in school. And while he encouraged me either too afraid or too ashamed to be Gene Zarillo, Lt. USN to do my best, he never required me to with their "loved one." How difficult it "Eric Seelig. He was a boxer in Europe' fill his shoes. must have been to sit and watch his before he had to nee Hilter's Germany. As I go through life, whether it be as future being played out tragically in the He was a good father tigure." a naval ofticer, a father, a husband or a lives of others. Yet he saw hirnselfblessed friend I strive to be like him. As a naval because his own family and friends were Kathy Cook, dep. USN office;, he has the respect of both his there for him. How could he not help? "I've always admired Diane Sawyer. juniors and seniors. He is a leader in his Thom died weighing 75 pounds on a When I graduated from college in 1985 field. As a family man he IS loved and six foot frame, with the appearance of a most women wore those pin striped suits respected. And as a father, he is second very old man. But he died with his pride with the noppy bows. But she is worldly, to none. I hope that when my children and dignity intact. He died courageous, intelligent, and beautiful. She is femi­ grow up, they will see me as I see my strong, and brave. He was nothing less nine, and respected." father - as their hero. than heroic.

10 Class male Good Guys by Susan Everingham

Have you ever asked a young child My hero as a child did not center who his hero is? The answer mayor may around an athlete or a T. V. tigure. My not surprise you. Big Bird, Barney, and hero was, and still is, Helen Keller. This Mr. Rogers top the list most often. That woman was able to achieve so much is, for children who know what a hero is. against overwhelming odds. Though deaf S Nt, In the dictionary, hero is detined as a and blind, with the help of her teacher, "man admired and looked up to for his Annie Sullivan, she learned to speak, l)l'NC~I~ valor, achievements, and noble acts." write, and conununicate to people all Imagine Mr. Rogers trying to slay drag­ around the world. I am in awe of some­ ,,~q ) *91' C~'I' ons. I smile and shudder at the same time one who can overcome such tremendous COMPLETE MUSICAL PRODUCTION AGES 7·18 just thinking about it. odds and still be a good person; someone Do you remember who your hero was who had the ability to succeed when Classes Mon-Fri 10-3 as a child? Let's go back in time to the everyone thought she would amount to CARMEL MIDDLE SCHOOL days of David Cassidy, the Mod Squad, nothing. When I hear people complain Jul12 Aug 21 and Hawaii Five-O. My three brothers about the little things in life, I think to saw sports figures as heroes; 0.1. myself, "Life is too short for this trivial Simpson, Mean Joe Green, and Roger waste of time. "Weare so fortunate to be Staubach,just to name a few. My sister, here making our small mark on the an art enthusiast, idolized Michelangelo world. Think of Helen Keller. and Leonardo da Vinci. My husband It is so vital for our childrens' genera­ admired John F. Kennedy as a young­ tion to have good heroes. Remember, as REGISTRATION INFO: 625·9900 P.O. BOX I, CARMEL, CA 93921 ster. Part of it was because he was in the a teenager, being exposed to drinking service and achieved so much at such a and drugs? Think about how you handled young age. yourself and what turned you away or I asked at least thirty people about saved you? It may have been a religious ST. JAMES their childhood heroes. Most could not leader, a parent, a sports tigure. Even a remember. Some held a special relative boy or girl friend. Our children have a or family member as his or her hero. One lot of difticult decisions facing them lady cherished the Brady Bunch. A man even before they go to first grade. Most said John Wayne. Today many children people agree with the notion that chil­ don't even know the meaning of the dren are not allowed to be children for word, hero. One child I spoke to sees a very long. It is time for them to have real hero as someone who wears a cape and life "good guy" heroes. flies down to save people in trouble, like I hope to be a hero to my daughter Superman. Another child thinks of his one day. Someone she can go to for THE EPISCOPAL teddy bear. answers, someone who will listen to her CHURCH IN MONTEREY I don't mind T. V. heroes as long as problems, and someone who will play 3/11 HIGH STREET parents and child care providers remem­ with her often. We need to remember MONTEREY ber that the television is not a babysitter. that children learn what they live, and CALIFORNIA 93940 We need to carefully monitor what our most importantly, children do not ask to children are ingesting through T. V. There be born; they are a gift no matter how WE INVITE YOU is so much unhealthy sex, violence and you get them. TO WORSHIP WITH US! untruths, even in cartoons. We need to We, as parents and grown friends of be there with the kids, explaining when SUNDAYS 8 Eo 10:15 A.M. kids', should strive to be the hero in our EUCHARIST they see something questionable. The special child's life. Big Bird, Barney and T. V. has its place in our lives, but kids Mr. Rogers are wonderful, especiall y by PROFESSIO AL CHILD CARE AT 10:15 A.M. need so much more. Ann Eliza Bray once today'sstandards. Butwe, the real people, said, "Never fear spoiling children by are here everyday in person for our kids. making them too happy. Happiness is Lets not forget that. Enjoy them, teach FRANKLIN [0 HIGH STREETS the atmosphere in which all good affec­ them, play with them, and listen to them. (CLOSE TO NPS AND LA MESA) tions grow." But most of all, love them. TEL: 375-8476 Classmate 1) Sea Otters Along The Rocky Coast by Paulla Estes In honor a/this month's theme. 17,e Classmate sOllght to limdight a local. 11lI.l"IIng hero. After milch discllssion on staff, our WlSllng heroes are the Otter care specialists at the Monterey Bay Aqllarillm/of their receTll renovation a/the California Sea Otter Exhibit.

In Parade Magazine, The Monterey Today's California sea otters are de­ otters sometimes catch fish. Aquarium Bay Aquarium was recently named the scendants of a small colony of otters that researchers have learned that otters may top aquarium in the country because of survived fur hunters along the isolated specialize in only two or three of the two outstanding exhibits: the spectacu­ Big Sur coast. Biologists discovered them more than 50 food animals available to lar three-story high kelp forest and the after the tum of the century near Point them - and that these food preferences "Planet of the Jellies," featuring 17 Sur and their existence became widely may be passed on from mother to pup. species of jellyfish. Now there is a third known in 1938 after the opening of coast The $750,000 Aquarium renovation outstanding exhibit. Highway I. includes all new, redesigned rockwork Much to the dismay of locals and Sea otters belong to the same family as and a new, more efticient water filtration tourists alike, the sea otter exhibit closed freshwater otters, minks, weasels, skunks system. This system, for the first time, over a year ago for remodeling and and badgers. They can grow to be four permits the addition of fishes, inverte­ improvements. For aquarium frequent­ feet long and weigh as much as 100 brates and marine plants to the two-story ers, this was a huge loss. The exhibit was pounds. (The average male California exhibit. Tubes hidden in the rockwork to be closed for approximately one year, sea otter weighs 64 pounds; the average will even release seafood snacks for the but in the world of remodeling and female, 44 pounds.) otters to dive and find. This encourages construction, this might mean any time These playful creatures have the world's them to forage as sea otters do in the between six months and forever. Yet on densest fur coat - up to a million hairs per wild . April 3 , true to their word, the Aquarium square inch in some places. It's vital for The exhibit is stocked with rockfishes, staff unveiled the spectacularly reno­ otters to keep their fur clean and tluffed perch and other fishes, and a host of vated exhibit, "SEA OTTERS ALONG with air. They lack an insulating layer of rocky shore invertebrates - sea stars and THE ROCKY COAST." blubber and rely on the thick fur to sea anemones among them. With the The remodeled exhibit is not only maintain their body temperature of nearly new water filtration system, larval ani­ beautiful, but authentic. It is identical in 100 degrees fahrenheit in ocean waters mals and spores of marine plants enter appearance to the natural shoreline habi­ that can be 35 to 60 degrees F. A high the exhibit through the aquarium seawa­ tat of the Monterey Bay National Marine metabolic rate lets sea otters convert ter system and colonize the rockwork. Sanctuary that lies just beyond the food into warmth. This also means otters Within a few years, the rocks will be as aquarium decks. must eat a lot to maintain their body densely covered with marine life as are "The improvements we've made ben­ temperature - up to one-quarter of their rocks in the kelp forest and other aquarium efit the otters and visitors alike," says body weight per day in the wild. A 50- exhibits. Executive Director, Julie Packard. "A po'und wild otter must eat between II The four exhibit otters are three fe­ more naturalistic exhibit retlects our and 16 pounds of food a day just to stay males and one male, known affection­ commitment to showing the habitats of alive. ately as Hailey, Goldie, Milkdud and Monterey Bay as accurately as possible." Sea otters are tool-users. They use Roscoe. Roscoe can be seen kissing and It also reflects the ongoing commitment rocks to crack open hard-shelled prey on hugging otter caretakers during daily of the Aquarium to remove California the surface, either setting a rock on their feedings while Hailey and Milkdud like sea otters from the endangered species stomachs while floating on their backs, to swim along the viewing windows. list. or holding rocks between their forepaws ' showing off. Until now, the four otters Sea Otters once ranged along the rim to pound their prey. Abalone- and ur­ have never lived among the plants and of the Northern Pacitic from Japan to chin-eating otters also use rocks to dis­ animals that wild sea otters encounter. Baja California, numbering from ISO ,000 lodge these tenacious animals from their These otters were rescued as orphaned to 300,000 animals. Fur traders seeking underwater footholds. pups and hand-raised by aquarium staff their lush pelts hunted them to the brink When diving for food, sea otters have members. Most orphaned otters are sepa­ of extinction in the 18th and 19th centu­ been known to go as deep as 330 feet, and rated from their mother during a storm. ries. At one time, as many as 16,000 to to remain underwater for up to tive Many animal rights activists have com­ 20,000 sea otters may have lived along minutes. A typical feeding dive lasts just plained that these endangered otters the California coast. In the spring of a minute or two, in waters less than 60 should not be kept in captivity; that they 1992, officials counted 2,101 otters - feet deep. California otters eat a variety should be let out to swim wild with their 1,810 adults and 291 pups. of marine invertebrates while Alaskan Continued on page 27 12 Classmate Heroes: Standing the Test of Time by Kim McGinnis

With Memorial Day falling this month, for land and the general trials and dis­ the tragedies that have affected our soci­ it is not unusual for us to think of days comforts of living during the Dark and ety. Sports heroes such as Hank Aaron, passed and of persons who have been Middle Ages. Jimmy Connors, Wilma Rudolph, Dor­ important in our development. We re­ American history is full of fictional othy Hamill, and Carl Lewis gave us member many individuals fondly through and non-fictional heroes. We believe in winning moments to celebrate, which personal involvement or through events George Washington, Thomas Jefferson taught us and gave us the push to physi­ that have changed our lives. Yet, those and John Paul Jones as much as we cally excel ourselves. people who remain forever in our hearts believe in Paul Bunyan and Babe, Johnny While these are public heroes, we have are our heroes. Appleseed, and John Henry. It might be our own private ones as well. Many of us To contemplate the many turns this easier to connect if we examine our see one or more of our parents or grand­ article will take, we should examine parents' heroes and role models. Most of parents as heroic. Weare at an age where what a hero is, and why people need one. our parents were born in the 1920's, we have had many mentors and each has A hero is an individual we perceive as 1930's and 1940's. Men like Will Rogers guided us. Teachers and professors have having qualities we admire or aspire to taught them to look at our unforeseen developed something in us we didn't emulate. A hero is set in our minds by his circumstances wryly. Charles Lindburgh know was there. Civic leaders remind us thoughts, deeds, and reactions. Because and Amelia Earhardt bravely crossed the of our responsibilities. One wonders of our individuality, heroes, themselves, skies and seas. Jesse Owen turned the how our children will remember Presi­ are diverse. There exists an extension to 1936 Munich Olympics on its ear. And dents George Bush and Bill Clinton. this definition, and that is the question, Franklin Delano Roosevelt (whom people Will we remember Ross Perot, who "why do we need a hero'?" Perhaps there either loved or hated), and his wife, gained 20 per cent of the popular vote, are people who do not have a hero. For Eleanor, helped guide us during the fondly? Public speakers like Paul Harvey those of us who do, heroes ful fill a need economic depression of the 1930's and and commentators such as Rush within ourselves for support, models for the death of our nation's sons during the Limbaugh speak out at everything that is proper conduct in di fficuit situations and majority of World War II. contrary to their beliefs with equal bal­ they provide paths we may follow. With the advent of film and ances of humor and asperity. Will they Having established what a hero is, we Hollywood,men and women found an be remembered at all? Mentors alter can explore the cultural and historical escape from everyday life. My father what we believe and provide constancy significance of heroes. All our origins recalls being a poor school teacher's son in a world that is changing radically on are diverse and our different upbringings in Amarillo Texas, who, for six cents, all fronts. are colored by religion. Each of our could catch the latest John Wayne nick, As parents, we wonder who our separate books have examples to go by. war news, and get both a popcorn and children's heroes will be. We give them Examples of this can be found in the ti fth pop. (A steal by today's standards. ) stable and loving environments in hopes century legend of Beowul f who defeated Times changed radically from our par­ that they keep our values throughout the mighty Grendl. In France, King ents' generations to ours. They saw the their lives. We worry about transitional Charles, I, known as Charlemagne, coming of great industrial strength and idols such as Madonna (who 12 years fought valiantly to maintain his realm economic growth while the rest of the ago sang about virginity and insecure against the Moors and united what be­ world was striving to rebuild. We were sexual feeling, and how now vividly came the Holy Roman Empire. In 13th born into this time. Depending on our portrays group sex and violence), and century England, we remember Robin ages, we saw many of the changes. Since Ice - T who, as a result of tremendous Hood who stole from the rich and gave to there have been conservative and liberal social shame at the L.A. riots, sang the poor. (The Norman lords might have swings every tive to seven years, our "Cop Killer." Our love and support is seen this Saxon as a plain criminal, but choice of heroes is enormous. John what will guide our kids. We only hope we remember what we want.) Finally, WaY,ne, Audy Murphy, Clint Eastwood, they have the strength to tind the right the Swiss, William Tell, who, because Elvis Presley, Marilyn Monroe, the paths. of an act of detiance to an Austrian lonl, Beatles and the Rolling Stones made As stated in the beginning, heroes are was forced to shoot an apple off his son's large marks in American memories. here and necessary. History remembers head. He succeeded, later killed the Martin Luther King, the Kennedy Assas­ them in both shades of light and dark. It Austrian lord, and started the uprising sinations, the Vietnam War, the Chal­ is how ~ remember them that makes that overthrew the Austrians. These he­ lenger Space Shuttle tragedy, Ryan them special enough to stand the test of roes helped our ancestors survive reli­ White, Arthur Ashe, and Kimberly time. gious oppression, the Black Death, wars Bergalis have shown us how to deal with Classmate 13 YESTERDAV'S HEROES by Carolyn MacQuarrie liThe heroic man does not pose; he leaves that for the man who wishes to be thought heroic. " -Elbert Hubbard

The image of the hero has been much while trying to free this foundling na­ ards gathered and sent to Philadelphia in my mind recently. I believe that people tion; whose farms and businesses had where the Congress, frightened out of its of any age need an example of excellence gone to ruin while they fought, felt they wits, allocated the money to pay the to look up to. We tend to want to emulate had been forgotten by Congress. The troops. Washington, having rejected the those people we admire. I considered lawmakers in Philadelphia fo.und them­ opportunity to become a dictator, re­ this as I watched the strange array of selves too short of funds to pay their turned to his home in Virginia--and was characters our media holds up as ex­ soldiers. The men of the army decided to offered the crown of the United States. amples for our children. The private pay Congress a visit. Washington rejected the offer of a lives of some of the "stars" and athletes George Washington became aware of crown. In supervising the Convention that are much admired in television and that wrote the Constitution of the United the movies are the epitomes of what we States, he created the role of the Presi­ hope our children will not do. dency. Seldom in human history has a lt is my admittedly old-fashioned man been offered supreme power and belief, that the private life and charac­ had the strength to tum it down. We ter of a person should be considered as owe Washington for his restraint, as important as their public life. If an much as we owe him for his courage athlete breaks world records for stamina and strategy. II A real hero must and endurance, and is found to be George Washington was the hero and taking drugs, such a person does not present a private life as role model for the next man I consider merit admiration. If a public figure remarkable as the pub­ one of our country's great heroes. This breaks his marriage vows, how can he lic deeds that bring man became a hero at the time of our or she be trusted to keep vows of public them to our attention." country's greatest crisis, a time that trust? A real hero, to my way of think­ gave us a pantheon of heroes on both ing, must present a private life as re­ sides. Of all the men who provided markable as the public deeds that bring great services during the War Between them to our attention. the States, the one man I admire most Any American dealing with the sub­ was Robert E. Lee. He was the heir of ject of heroes will come, first or last, to Washington in more ways than one. George Washington. Mostofus learned Lee's wife, Mary, was the only child of in school about the battles he fought Washington's adopted son. All the against the most powerful Empire of his their plans, and called his officers for a Washington family memorabilia and day. But Washington had private battles meeting. He entered the room where property came into the Lee family, and to fight , as well. He fell in love, as a very they stood at attention waiting, and pulled Lee felt the responsibility strongly. young man, with the wife of his best his speech from his pocket. He stared at Lee's father, "Light Horse Harry" friend. Although this caused him great it a moment and then pulled his eye­ Lee was one of Washington's cavalry pain, he never betrayed the trust of that glasses from his pocket. He had, he officers. Robert E. Lee, himself, served friend. explained, given up his youth for his , in the United States Army for thirty Washington's other struggle was with country and his health for his country. years. He was a graduate of West Point, ambition; not a bad trait, unless carried "Now, it seems, I've given my eye-sight the only man to graduate the academy to extremes. He was a man, however, for my country. " with no demerits. He was second in his who forged a new nation, still without Having successfully reduced all his graduating class and became a member shape or form. He led the successful tough, battle-worn commanders to tears, of the Corps of Engineers. He saved the break from England and found himself Washington told them that the civilian port ofSt. Louis by changing the flow of the leader of an army that the Congress government, no matter how misguided the Mississippi River when the river in Philadelphia could not pay. The new in their action, must survive. Otherwise began to silt up the port. He served both Republic almost ended before it began. all they had fought for together was lost. as an engineer and as a military intelli­ The army, committed volunteers who The army obeyed him, and dispersed. gence officer in the Mexican American had frozen, starved, and been shot at Washington had all the signs and plac- War, and found ways for the American

14 Classmate army to outflank its opponents. His Com­ Martha, had become the property of strategists who ever lived. He did mqre manding Officer called him "The best Lee's son, Fitzhugh. It was burned to the with less, than any general in the annals soldier I ever saw in the field. " ground, in spite of its Washington con­ of history. The actions for which we He served as Superintendent at West nection. should be most grateful, however, come Point and was well respected by the Lee was serving as a military adviser as a result of the character of the man. cadets. The Secretary of War, a man to Confederate President Jefferson Davis Lee met Grant at Appomattox in spite of named Jefferson Davis, became con­ when the Commanding General of the the fact that he openly said, "I would cerned that Lee was not a stern enough Confederate Army in Virginia was seri­ rather die ten thousand deaths." South­ disciplinarian. Nevertheless, the Acad­ ously wounded. Jefferson Davis turned ern officers asked him to delay the sur­ emy flourished under his leadership. command of the Confederate Army in render until they could attack one last Lee's favorite aspect of the West Point Virginia over to Lee. He was not a time and be killed before the disgrace of assignment was that he was able to have popular choice. He had been unable to surrender. Lee asked them not to do this. his family around him. He was a faithful prevent the loss of West Virginia to the He said the South needed them at that husband and loving father. He had seven fateful hour more than at any time be­ children, and in spite of the fact that his fore. wife became confined to a wheelchair by Had Lee decided to fall on his sword arthritis there was never a whisper of instead of surrendering to Grant, the scandal about him. In his last years, he maps of our country would look quite had the house at Washington College different. Many of hi s men came to him built with porches entirely around the "Far better that children and offered to go up into the hills and building, for the comfort of his wife in admire their father or fight from there in small guerilla bands. her wheelchair. "They would never find you, General," mother for service to South Carolina seceded from the Union they told him. Had the various armies of when Robert E. Lee was on duty as a this country, than a star the South broken up into smaller terror­ cavalry officer in Texas. Lee refused to or public leader who ist units and struck at the Northern army turn over United States property to the never learned to salute." by stealth, we would have a history provisional state government of Texas, similar to Northern Ireland's or that of and was almost jailed for his refusal. Lee the Middle East, with enmity that runs as returned to Virginia and made the great­ deep. Instead, it was Lee's decision that est decision of his life. He was sum­ Southerners would again become citi­ moned to Washington D. C. where a zens of the United States. representative of Lincoln's government The son of a former governor of Vir­ offered him command of the Union ginia returned home and told his father Army. Lee politely, but firmly refused. Union forces, and had come under ex­ that he had taken the oath of allegiance to He could not, he said, "Raise his hand treme pressure from the press. No matter the United States. "Get out of my house, " against his State and his children." Lee what the press said about him, he never raged the former governor, "You are a recrossed the Potomac and spent the next replied to an insult. disgrace to this family! " "But, father," night pacing the floor of his bedroom at Later in the war, when the South was the young man said, "General Lee told Arlington. Near dawn he wrote his res­ being pillaged, looted and burned, many me to do it. " "Oh, well, that"s differ­ ignation from the Army of the United men begged Lee to take the Confederate ent." "It's all right then. " States. Once his resignation became army North and retaliate by burning and Lee took the oath of allegiance to the known in Richmond, the Governor of looting a Northern civilian center. They United States, and thousands of men Virginia offered him command of the wanted revenge, and also hoped that the followed his example. Lee was offered Defense forces of Virginia. This com­ shock would force the civilians of the the use of a manor in England for the rest mand he accepted. North to stop their support ofthe war. In of his life, but elected to remain in He lost all of his family's property as spite of the fact that Lee had seen his own Virginia. He spent his last years as Presi­ a result of this decision. Arlington, lo­ property destroyed, he refused to do dent of Washington College where he cated just across the Potomac from the such a thing. He felt it was unchristian, changed the curriculum to offer those Northern capital was immediately seized. and unamerican behavior. Lee rarely subjects needed by a people rebuilding It was used, first as a Headquarters, and referred to the Yankees as "the enemy, " from the ashes of war. In both victory then under orders from President Lin­ after all, he had worn the blue uniform and defeat, Lee was a perfect example of coln, as a graveyard. The revered Wash­ for thirty years. He called them "those a gentleman and a hero. ington family possessions were confis­ people"-- "We must," he would say, The modern world gives us fewer and cated. A plantation house which had first "drive those people back to their homes. " fewer subjects for such a study. Granted, belonged to George Washington's wife, Lee was one of the most brilliant Continued on page 26 Classmate 15 Be A Buddy by Joie Brunger

There's obviously no shortage of chil­ The Buddy Program of the Monterey tions as why you want to become a Big dren in La Mesa or in many of the local Peninsula works to match children with Buddy and your spouse's/family's/ neighborhoods where Naval Postgradu­ adult volunteers who will be good role friend's reactions to the possibility of ate students and their families live. Kid­ models. Theuniquefeatureofa "Buddy" you becoming a big buddy. The thor­ size Cozy Coups seem to outnumber relationship is one-on-one interaction ough application process is an important "real" cars, toddler swings hang from between a child aged 6 to 16 who is safeguard for the children involved and available tree branches and toy-tripping missing one parent, and an adult who can should give adult participants a measure on front lawns is a m~or art form. offer a little special, extra attention. The of security about their own potential to Behind the happy play scenes, though, program is based on the premise that be a positive role model. are some disturbing statistics about chil­ Adults -- big buddies -- are asked to dren and their families, no less true here share four hours a week, on a one-to-one on the peninsula than in cities and towns basis, for a minimum of six months with across the United States. More and more, their little buddies. To keep the emphasis children are being raised by only one "A man never stands so tall as when on the relationship itself, the program parent, and those children, experts now he kneels to help a child. " encourages inexpensive activities like acknowledge, are more likely to have riding bicycles, walking on the beach, problems growing up. playing sports and cooking. Studies show While the government and the media that these relationships are a highly ef­ gnash their teeth and wring their hands adults can provide children with the fective means for preventing juvenile about these children's special challenges, friendship and support needed to grow delinquency and emotional problems. private organizations are actively work­ and mature in a positive way. Shalom Victor, Program Director, said ing to solve them. One of the more Children can be recommended for the that men and women from the Post­ widely known is the Big Brother/Big program by their parent, a teacher, a graduate School have been some of her Sister program, where adults are matched social service worker or even sign up best Big Buddies. "The track record on with children from single-parent house­ themselves (with his or her parent's NPS Buddies has been outstanding. My holds. Here on the Monterey Peninsula, permission). Adults interested in be­ only wish is that I had 50 more of them we have The Buddy Program, an organi­ coming a Buddy have to go through a in the program. " zation that uses similar methods and has thorough screening process -- for their If you think you might be able to fill similar goals although it is not affiliated sake and the children's. Adults attend a one of those slots or would like to find with the national Big Brother/Big Sister one-evening orientation and complete an out more about the program, call organization. application form that include such ques- 655-9231 .

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Classmate 17 Celebration of Motherhood ~A by Monica E. Maurasse

For many of us, Mother's Day isjust only the spark. urging them to set aside a day in honor of a day when we do something extra spe­ Later in 1904, Anna M. Jarvis, who is mothers. cial for our mother or say "please" and credited for founding a day to honor Mother's Day received national rec­ "thank you" more than usual. The first motherhood, picked up the pace and ognition in 1914 when President known observance of a day honoring launched a national campaign for the Woodrow Wilson signed ajoint resolu­ mothers is attributed to England and tion of Congress recommending the was called Mothering Sunday. This Federal Government's observance of tribute to motherhood was celebrated Mother's Day. The next year he was during Mid-Lent. Happy authorized to proclaim Mother's Day A woman named Julia Ward Howard as an annual national observance. made the first known suggestion in the Mother's Day has come a long way United States to proclaim a day to IIlUJtlhel(s ]Jay since the efforts of Anna Jarvis. An honor mothers in 1872. She suggested International Mother's Day was estab­ June 2 for this observance and it would lished to be held on May 11 each year. be a day of world peace as well. For observance of Mother's Day. She chose In India, Mother's Day was established many years she held an annual Mother's the second Sunday of May and the wear­ as a memorial to the wife of political and Day meeting in her hometown of Bos­ ing of carnations. One would wear a spiritual leader Mohandas K. Ghandi. ton. colored carnation if his or her mother Other countries that celebrate Mother's Mary Towles Sasseen, a Kentucky was alive, and a white carnation if his or Day include Afghanistan, Costa Rica, school teacher, started celebrating her mother was dead. AnnaJarvis, whose and Spain. Mother's Day inherconununity in 1887. own mother died in 1905, held memorial So this year on Mother's Day, surprise It wasn't until 1904 that a campaign was services every year in remembrance of your Mom with a little bit of trivia about begun fo r the observance of Mother's her mother and encouraged other sons her day, and let her know how special Day. Frank E. Herring of South Bend, and daughters to do the same. She wrote Mothers really are. Indiana was its initiator, but that was thousands of letters to intluential people Relocating? Virginia Beach • Norfolk Chesapeake • Portsmouth • Newport News Jacksonville, FL • Washington D. C or anywhere in the world!

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18 Classmate cRonjour! Jiola! :':GOING'T'O Guten 'fag! Jiello! :·:, TH E DENTIST It's Intemational 'Tra time. 'The OSc'5C and Mrs. 'fhorrw.s,fi. fYIerc:er are plan­ '. DOESN'T HAVE TO BE nirtga tea inhonuroJthe Interrtational students' spuWies. 'This e"ent will be ·A BAD EXPERIENCE held on§riday, May 14,jrum 3 p.m. :' Now there is a new comfortable and safe way to 5 p.m. at Qyarters 'YI"·,fi !:'ariet,Y uJ fingerJoods , cakes, and p a,..'i tries will be " to prevent tooth decay... Sealants! ~ ser"ed along 1A7ith c(Jffee and tea. ,fill ,:' Often Dr. Kroll uses a technique, ~ """""' ..'" JVP/j students' sp(Juses, II ttl'rnatilmal , that seals your teeth and prevents \ Students'spouses, and staJI sp(Ju,<;es , tooth decay for both adults and children. ..OCJ"'OO are inl/ited to join us in (Jur celebrati(Jn. "ttIn fact children are some of our Please contact ,filelta Petersen at tavorite patients. Call Dr. Kroll 646-8:'182 Jar more il tjiJrmati(J1 t. 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Many La Mesa residents have ques­ LOADED with MOZZARELLA cheese and the FRESHEST meats and tions and comments on the recent changes VEGETABlES in any combination of your choice. made by Falcon Cable. If you have any nrY MY COMIiNAnON YOU WANY questions, opinions, or suggestions about •.• All Pilus arc HAND TOSSID .... Madl...... this subject, call Falcon and ask to speak FRESH PASTA. ITALIAN SANDWICHES. FAMILY DINING to Bruce Williams, general manager of FULL COCKTAIL BAR the Gilroy office. Or write to: Open Frldlry, SaturcMy & Sunday 11 :30 a.m. Mr. Tom Hatchell, Sell. V.P. ope" Mo'*Y thru Thu~ 4 p.m. 10866 Wilshire Blvd. 'Of tMceout service, call Suite 500 19~!J(·I] 649-1500 1'~~ij~iH] Los Angeles, CA 90024 In La Mesa, contact Cathy Negelspach ~6' Family Owned. ep.rat.a- <..Q..~~ at 372-7604. She will see that everyone ANY (/Q ~,,~ works together to get the "best quality LARGE :,Iy'HOUSE AVE .• WITH services and programming" for the TV ~O dollar. PIZZA AD Classmate 19 Dear Editor: I was dismayed to read the article in the lot of money in Monterey just to have a mal expense. NPS students and spouses latest Classmate regarding" Romance on good time. Hopefully, they realize that who are new to Monterey can be assured the Peninsula." Obviously, the author she is the exception and not the rule in La plenty of fun, shopping, entertainment, did not write this article for the "aver­ Mesa. etc. Whether on a tight budget or none at age" La Mesa couple. It's too bad that I enj oy reading the Classmate for the all. Thank you for your letter. she is not based in reality. There are not valuable information it provides, but many couples that I know who can afford this article really bothered me because I Paulla Estes, Editor $90 at a restaurant to "celebrate the end think it appealed to only the writer and of a quarter. " not the readers. Dear Live Wire, Instead of telling us about all the money Last Sunday night at about II :30 p.m., she and her husband spend to be roman­ Sincerely my neighbor came over and showed us a tic, it would have been nicer (and more Ann Kelley cat at the end of our driveway that had practical) for her to offer other sugges­ been hit by a car. The cat was dead and tions. There are a thousand ways to be Dear Ann, it was ours! We live in a four-plex with romantic without having to spend a for­ Your dismay is noted . It is true that the slow "5 MPH" lanes, and everyone tune -- a walk along the beach, a quiet while not all couples can afford the who drives down our street is very obe­ evening at home, flying a kite or even a elegant entertainment described in the dient of the speed limit. This is why I am $1.50 hot dog and soda at Costco can be article you refer to, many tind it can tit surprised if the driver who hit our cat romantic if you're in the right frame of into their budgets; on special occasions. was not aware of the unfortunate acci­ mind .. . I think it highly unlikely that this one dent. If he was aware of the accident, I Since that article was in the "Welcome article will "scare" any prospective stu­ feel the driver should have either knocked Aboard" issue of the Classmate, I hope dents or spouses since tive other articles on our door, or called the quarterdeck it doesn't scare some prospective stu­ in the same issue focus primarily on for assistance if we were not home. (We dent spouse with visions of spending a saving money and having fun with mini- were home all evening.) I would even

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20 Classmate have appreciated him disposing of the Dear Live Wire, MASSAGE THERAPY body and leaving a note on our car or I love the Bargain Fair, but how about front door. This pet was a treasured a suggestion to whom it may concern. REDUCES STRESS member of our family. Had my daughter Could they open the gates to La Mesa found the cat lying at the end of our Residents 1/2 hour earlier than everyone driveway on her way to school the next else? I think more people would come. If you have: morning, she would have been devas­ Could this be done? • sore, tired muscles tated. • chronic stress I'm counting on you to print this. The Signed, • mental tension driver who innocently killed our cat, and Former Bargain Fair Frequenter • or just want to unwind all other drivers, need to be aware of how then you need a massage! painful it is to tind one's pet in this manner. Please be careful, and if this Dear Fonner, ever happens again, have the heart to tell The first thought that comes to my the owners. mind is that the Bargain Fair does not Massage ... is more Ihan a luxury ... seem to be suffering for customers! Even il is a beauliful way 10 release physical and Sincerely, if the folks who run it did want to oblige menlallension. II will relax and soolhe away Terri Burton us, the difficulty with it is in identifying Ihe slress and strain of everyday living. La Mesa residents- it's not like it's tat­ Dear Terri, tooed on our anns. While I usually Call for an appointment today. Please accept my condolences on the contact the authorities for questions I \\,l,/./ rORABRlGHTERDAl' tragic death of your cat. Pet are part of receive, I thought it would be interesting ,.. \ ';/ our families and losing them can be very to leave this rather harmless issue open ~ ~------~~ traumatic, especially in this manner. I for discussion. Readers, (shades of Dear EVONNE A. ROLSTON Cc.a:J1I'1U) ~£ ncUN'UT agree that whomever was responsi ble for Abbey) what do you think? If you are one this accident could have acted in a more of the people in charge, why can't La (408) 646-0662 humane fashion. Mesa residents have special Bargain Fair Nevertheless, I must direct you to the privileges? Write me. (SMC#2053) La Mesa Public Quarters Brochure which states in Chapter 3 (314.A & B), that: Sail into Savings "Dogs and cats are not permitted to run Dear Live Wire, at large on NPS grounds. They will be As a La Mesa resident I have been on the Smooth restrained on a leash or contained within trying to tind a way to let everyone know Seas of Comfort a fence or cage when outside the living about an idea I have. What I'd like with quarters. Leashes will not exceed six feet everyone to consider is the respect we 100% Cotton Diapers in length; clothesline-type leashes will should have for each other's little hous­ delivered to your door be such as to not permit the pet to reach ing space. A few of us have a small yard, from within three feet of the sidewalk or or a tree with a swing or two in it. I feel roadway. Animals will be controlled at that we would all enjoy ourselves more TAILSPIN' all times by their owners in such a if we treated these areas as our neighbor's manner as to prevent them from being a own, private spaces. There are lots of nuisance or menace to other persons, public playgrounds in La Mesa to be animals, or property. All ani mals wi II be enjoyed by all. Here is my proposed rule controlled to prevent them from biting or of thumb-- If it's not in your yard, or a causing injury to people or other ani­ public area, stay off of it. mals." Sincerely, The driver of the car might have been Happy, but feeling like a goldtish diaper express in an accident, himself, to avoid hitting • Cost less than disposables your cat. While your grief is noted and Dear Happy, • Save 20 full-grown trees your upset understandable, perhaps next Your view is shared be all but a few • Keep 1 ton of solid waste out of our landfills time you, and other La Mesa residents I'm sure. Housing is nice in that we meet More than one child in diapers? who let their cats and dogs run free, will lots of people who share our same situ­ Our rates are unbeatable! remember this unfortunate lesson. Keep ation, but sometimes we can feel pretty all animals contained for their safety, communal. I certainly think a little com­ 1-800-424-3133 and the safety of everyone. mon sense respect for other's areas is called for. Classmate 21 The Military Wife Author Unknown

The good Lord was creating a model sustain the pain of separation, beat creation. "There's a leak," she an­ for military wives and was into his sixth soundly when it is overworked and tired nounced. Something is wrong with the day of overtime when an angel appeared. and be large enough to say, 'I under­ construction. I am not surprised that it She said, "Lord, you seem to be having stand,' when she doesn't, and say 'I love has cracked. You are trying to put too a lot of trouble with this one. What's you,' regardless." much into this model. " wrong with the standard model?" "Lord," said the angel, touching his The Lord appeared offended at the The Lord replied, "Have you seen the arm gently, "Go to bed and get some angel's lack of confidence. "What you specs on this order? She has to be com­ rest. You can finish this tomorrow. " see is not a leak," he said, "it's a tear." pletely independent, possess the quali­ "I can't stop now," said the Lord, "1 "A tear? What is it there for?" asked ties of both father and mother, be a am so close to creating something unique. the angel. perfect hostess for four or 40 with an Already this model heals herself when The Lord replied, "It's for joy, sad­ hour's notice, run on black coffee, handle she is sick, can put up six unexpected ness, pain, disappointment, loneliness, every emergency imaginable without a guests for the weekend, wave goodbye to pride and a dedication to all the values manual, be able to carryon cheerfully, her husband from a pier, a runway or a that she and her husband hold dear. " even if she is pregnant and has the flu, depot, and understand why it's impor­ "You are a genius!" exclaimed the and she must be willing to move to a new tant that he leave. " angel. location 10 times in 17 years. And oh, The angel circled the model of the The Lord looked puzzled and replied, yes, she must have six pairs of hands. " military wife, looked at it closely and "I didn't put it there." The angel shook her head. "Six pairs sighed, "It looks fine, but it's too soft." of hands? No way." "She might look soft," replied the The Lord continued, "Don't worry, Lord, "but she has the strength of a lion. we will make other military wives to You would not believe what she can help her. And we will give her an unusu­ endure. " ally strong heart so it can swell with Finally the angel bent over and ran pride in her husband's achievements, her finger across the cheek of the Lord's /

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The La Mesa Residents Association when turning left onto Sloat Ave. from (LMRA) is an established organization the NPS. of concerned residents that addresses b. The road leading to the hous­ questions, concerns or problems faced ing office, and the exit from the Mini­ by the residents of La Mesa Village Mart parking lot has been repaired to Leslie M. Harden (LMV) in regards to the quality of life in eliminate the potholes. Military Relocation Specialist LMV. The LMRA can be your liaison to 2. Yard of the Month Navy Wife housing, Security, NEX, Public Works, Congratualtions to: etc. Area Recipient LMV is divided into five subareas, The Moores 390-D Ricketts - Maps -Brochures-Schools Financing-Qualifying each area has one or two representatives. 2 The Cunninghams 1000 Leahy - Specializing in Concentrated The area representatives are: 3 The Nutbrowns 1213 Leahy House Hunting Area Representative Phone 4 The Ebersoles 591-D Michelson - Ask About Our Air Fare Bonus! Linda Hildebrand 647-8468 5 The Greenburgs I Biddle Lane 2 Charles Schilling 646-1047 Keep up the good work! If any resi­ Mary Serbinski 646-8375 dent has recommedations for this award, 3 Cindy Martin 646-8910 please contact your area representative O'MALLEY REAL ESTATE 4 Jerry Macke 655-9641 with the applicable information. 645 MAYPORT ROAD 5 Brenda Rau 646-1898 3. Spring Clean-Up: Spring Cleanup ATLANTIC BEACH, FL 32233 I f you are not sure which area you are will be held on May 8th. Mark the day on (904) 241-3141 call collect residing in, contact any area representa­ your calendar. All residents are invited (904) 221-6467 evenings tive of the LMRA or LMRA chairman. to participate in the annual cleanup of The LMRA meets the second Tuesday our common areas. MWR will be pro­ of every month. We encourage all resi­ viding a BBQ lunch at the conclusion of dents to contact their area reps with any the cleanup for all participants. Watch questions or concerns that need to be for more details. addressed. The monthly meeting is the 4. Playgrounds: Eight new play struc­ ideal time to address concerns that affect tures are being built in LMV. Two are individuals or groups of residents. The complete, with the other six soon to be meetings are intended to seek resolutions completed. A playground assessment when normal venues of problem solving committee is being formed to assess all have been ineffective. Highlights of the existing playgrounds for repair and safety. monthly meetings will be published in If you are interested in becoming a com­ The Classmate starting with this issue. mittee member, contact Cindy Martin. The LMRA sponsors the "Town Meet­ S. Brush and Shrubs: Fire Department is ings," Yard of the Month, the annual in the process of trying to contract with Spring Clean-up, and the channel four the county for obtaining minimum secu­ broadcasts. rity prisoners to perform shrub and brush If you have questions or would like to cleanup in the canyon portions of LMV know more about the LMRA contact The same type of arrangement was used A quality educational program Chairman, Cindy Martin at 646-8910. . last year with excellent results. with Individualized Instruction 6. NEX: Lt. Yustak explained the NEX Including pre·school and Highlights of the La Mesa Residents focus groups that are held on Wednes­ pre-kindergarten classes. Association Meeting 9 March 1993: days at 5:00 p.m. at the various Ex­ change locations. Curriculum includes: 1. Town meeting: The majority of the Music Math Art Science Computers problems raised at the Town Meeting 7. Miscellaneous: Pre-Reading & Reading Phonics held on 2 March 1993 have been cor­ a. Self help hours are: Mon.-Fri. 9:30 Cooking Baking And Much More! rected. a.m.-ll:30a.m. & 1 :00 p.m.-3:30p.m. Full and Part·tlme Sessions a. The "No Parking" zone at b. Grass seed and fertilizer are now For More Information Call 375-9743 the 9th Street gate on Sloat Ave. has been available at self help. 1231 Seventh St., Monterey extended to allow a wider tield of view c. Channel four updates are made (A Block from Postgraduate School) in an effort to eliminate the blind comer every Thursday morning.

24 Class mall! Monterey • HOME POOL. Bay Monterey Peninsu-Ia College Swim Centrally Located Club (5 min. to La Mesa & NPGS) Sing ... Sing a Song SWIMMING FOR ALL AGES Can you carry a tune? How about your Novice through National spouse? If so, there is a place where you are greatly needed! A little know fact, Enriching Individual & Team Experiences the Naval Postgraduate School sponsors Outstanding Coaching two choral groups, The Men's Choral and "Our Master's Voice." Coach Trendt Awarded Jr. College Coach of the Year, 1981 The men's Chorale is open to any male ""IFIC'~CIFIC officer in the Monterey area. They have 'IC' PACIFIC, performed at the Superintendent's Change '('PACIFI( ~_IC'PAC of Command Ceremony, Navy Birthday • FURTHER INFORMATION • ~'PACI Ball, Salinas Spurs games and local Contact: Ted Trendt. Head Coach church organizations. Their music con­ Monterey Bay Swim Club U~ sists of both patriotic and religious songs. This group meets every Tuesday at 7: 45 P.O . Box 1571 p.m. in the Protestant Chapel. Monterey. CA 93940 "Our Master's Voice" consists of Phone: (408) 646-4229 QMiP women mainly connected with the Naval Postgraduate School, but is open to the local community as well. This group has a repertoire of religious music which they perform at local churches and re­ tirement centers. They meet every Mon­ day at 7: 00 p. m. in the Protestant Chapel. Both groups are under the magniticent direction of Mrs. Deryl Hess who also directs the Protestant Chapel Choir and the Cramalot productions. Deryl has said that a professional voice is deti­ nitely nota requirement, mainly that you can sing "Happy Birthday" to your kids and they recognize the tune. Reading music helps, but is not required. Performances by both groups are in high demand within the local conunu­ SAVE $2 ON YOUR NEXT HAIRCUT nity. As can be imagined, these groups (Now $6.95 Reg. $8.95) are constantly undergoing personnel Simply bring this coupon to Supercuts. As usual, no appointments are necessary. losses each quarter which makes direct­ -M-F 9-9 But come in soon, this offer ends 6/30/93. ing a cohesive unit frustrating at times. , -Sat. 9-7 488 Alvarado St. _. Therefore, new members are welcome * .... -Sun. 10-5 Montere ~." ~ anytime! The groups have a lot of fun -No Appointment Necessary 375-288 U- ...... and are an inspiration to anyone who Good at participating shops. Not valid with any other 0 zer. One coupon per customer. CL hears them. So take a siudy break orjust show up at one of the rehearsals, you would be welcomed with open anns. SUP'RCUTS" Any questions, contact the Chaplain'S office at 656-2241. How Do You WANT YOUR HAIR CUT? Classmate 25 Yesterday's Herot'S con't from pllge 15

the first two men I have mentioned are tained in World War II and has dedicated The heroes nearest to us live right in hard acts to follow. Americans make his entire life to the service of his coun­ our neighborhood. Marine and Naval very good rebels, and we seem to rise to try. His wife, Elizabeth, is a well-re­ aviators who flew strike missions against our best while doing it. Several recent spected person in her own right. She has Iraq are here at the Postgraduate School. leaders have believed in a good cause, held several cabinet positions and now Many of the service members studying even been assassinated in oftice, but heads the Red Cross. John McCain of here saw action in the Gulf War. Perhaps their private lives have been revealed as Arizona not only fought in Vietnam, but some of the officers here relish the chance other than respectable. So what do we do was a prisoner of War. These people to wear civilian clothes, and avoid the in this day and age for persons ofleader­ have managed to make great contribu­ meticulous placement of their medals ship as well as great strength of charac­ tions to their country without allowing when they wear their uniform. I believe ter? their private lives to include facts we these medals should be seen more. They Our astronaut program has found and must hide from our children in the school­ should be seen by and explained to our introduced us to some good people. No room. There are still some in the halls of children who are searching for someone one can deny the courage of John Glenn. power who know what Duty, Honor and to admire. Far better that they should Glenn began his career as a Marine Country mean, but they are becoming admire their father, mother, or next door flying combat missions in both World much harder to tind. neighbor for their service to this coun­ War II and the Korean War. He became Ever since the 1960's the image ofthe try, than a rock star, a basketball player, a test pilot, then an astronaut. The tirst military hero has been under continual or a public leader who never learned to man toorbit theearth, hewas very nearly attack from the media. The thousands of salute. killed when his heat shield began to soldiers and sailors, marines and ainnen detach from his capsule just before re­ who went to Vietnam and fought against entry. Glenn now serves as a senator the Communists are forgotten, over­ The Fort Ord Chapter of the from Ohio. Ifhis country was ever out of looked, or portrayed as psychopathic American Red C ross needs his mind, it can't have been a lapse of killers in the movies. How should we in more than a few minutes. To give men­ the military community, and more im­ VOLUNTEERS for a Financial tion to the other side of the Congres­ portantly, as parents, combat this anti­ Development Committee call sional aisle, Robert Dole of Kansas lost military bias so prevalent in our culture 242-7801 for more information the use of an ann due to injuries sus- today?

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26 Classmate Sea Otters con't from page 12 fellow otters in the bay, just a few yards aim of returning them to the wild. Since have a cuddle factor of 99 on a scale of from the actual exhibit. But after Roscoe its inception in 1984, the program has 1 to 100. Its a dirty job but somebody's was taken in and cared for as a pup, he saved many individual members of this got to care for him! was set free. Within the hour, he climbed threatened species. More importantly, it It has been a long year for sea otter into a kayak, but was kicked out. Next, generates information about the care of lovers on the Central Coast, but the time he climbed aboard a small sail boat, but otters that will be vital to the survival of has come, the curtain has been drawn, was kicked out once again. Finally, he the species in the event of an oil spill or and the otters are back. See the work of swam up on the beach and climbed into other environmental catastrophe along our local heroes. Go today and visit someone's lap. Upon being brought back their range on California's central coast. Hailey, Goldie, Milkdud and Roscoe in to the aquarium, he happily scampered Visitors can sometimes watch this pro­ their new home. up the steps from the rocks below the gram in action when they see the wild sea main deck. Needless to say, Roscoe otters in the Great Tide Pool below the Class Gift 1993 likes where he lives. aquarium decks. The specialists swim All students who will graduate during With the reopening of" SEA OTTERS there with orphaned pups being raised calendar year 1993 are asked to contrib­ ALONG THE ROCKY COAST," the for eventual release to the wild. During ute to the purchase of an outdoor clock, narrated feeding programs have resumed the first week in April, a tiny pup was and may do so by donating tax deduct­ at the exhibit three times a day. Two found, thought to be less than two weeks ible giftsofapproximately $20 per gradu­ other improvements have also been made: old. Otter care specialists are trying to ate made payable to the "Naval Post­ a "discovery cart" with marine mammal find the mother of the pup, but until they graduate School, " but all contributions artifacts staffed by volunteer guides; and do (ifthey do) they will keep the tiny pup are welcome. PLease include the words a video on the aquarium'S Sea Otter and care for him as his mother would. "CG-93" on the check and send to SMC Rescue and Care Program. This is the Then when he is ready , he will be set 2606. For information, contact your only program in the world that rescues free. Apparently, the pup is loved by all OSAC representative or call Lt. Scott and rehabilitates sea otter pups with the the staff and volunteers. He is known to Carlson at 373-5968. RELOCATING??? VIRGINIA BEACH - NORFOLK NEWPORT NEWS -HAMPTON CHESAPEAKE - PORTSMOUTH Ask about our house hunting bonus • Multiple listing info Maps-schools • Financing • Recreation • Qualifying New home brochures • Specializing in military relocation

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