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President Dear members, Bharat (Bobby) Patel (916) 478 0475 1st Vice President First and foremost, I would like to thank you for your attendance and support in helping Hasubhai Patel (281) 870 0606 to make our most recent LPS of USA National Convention in New Orleans, Louisiana, a 2nd Vice President successful one. As the convention chair, I would like to give sincere thanks to the entire Jayesh D Patel (615) 370 8255 Secretary Louisiana volunteer team who were the true backbone to the board in making this convention Kirit Kantilal Patidar (904) 571 9241 a triumph. Joint Secretary Sanjay D Patel (615) 399 0017 I feel very confident in saying that each Leuva Patidar including the LPS board, the great Treasurer volunteers, and the supportive attendees gained something of significance and merit at the Satish (Steve) M Hari (662) 895 0876 convention. Joint Treasurer Sunil Patel (615) 377 7768 Personally, it is a great honor and privilege to have the opportunity to humbly serve as your Editor current LPS of USA President for 2011-2012. Furthermore, I am truly excited to continue the Harshad D Patel (562) 809 2623 excellent work done by our former presidents and boards. I would like to thank those who Joint Editor have accomplished so many achievements which continuously improve the strength and Shailesh Patel (918) 361-5955 Publication unity of Leuva Patidars from all over the United States. P K Patel (214) 339 0935 LPS of USA is a non-profit organization cultivating unity and providing a platform for Youth Chairman generations to preserve our religion, culture, and heritage through society, education, and Rajendra Patel (615) 867 5055 Joint Youth Chairman communication. The organization’s ultimate goals are to bring awareness, as well as promote Nayan Patel (931) 723 2243 and preserve our heritage and cultural traditions of the Leuva Patidars in the USA. Every Ex Officio community and society has its precious heritage which must be passed on and it is our society’s Mukesh Mowji (408) 268 4747 responsibility to transfer that heritage to the next generation, which is our Leuva youth. Public Relations Ron Patel (972) 432 8856 In the upcoming weeks we will be scheduling a meeting with the current board in New Orleans, Mahendra Arvind (415) 259 4059 Louisiana to strategically plan the future of our association. We must also remember that Nagin Das (770) 384 0784 Mahendra Patel (956) 761 8500 serving on the board is a volunteer effort, meaning the entire board travels on their own Hargovan Desai (562) 402 3332 expense and dedicates their time for the betterment of the association. Ramanbhai Patel (650) 873 9300 At this upcoming meeting we will be creating several committees with goals, which if Hitesh Patel (580) 622 6500 IT Technology unaccomplished may be passed on to the next president, such as: Suresh Patel (904) 826 3345 1. Directory Committee – Produce an updated directory Womens West & Joint Publication 2. By-Laws, Policies, & Procedures – Review and recommend changes to our current by-laws Nayana Nancy Patel CHO (404) 886 9179 3. Unity & Leadership Conference – Promote leadership skills and unity Womens Rep East/Youth Lina Patel (513) 257 6700 4. Lifetime Membership & Financial Freedom – Achieve lifetime or annual membership and revenue stream Send editorial submissions to [email protected] 5. Youth & Women’s Conference – Network and build relationships through conferences 6. Website Update – Enhance and renew the look of the LPS website LEUVA 7. Regional Meetings – Use member participation to gather feedback across the USA CONNECTION 8. Youth – Promote and engage our youth in cultural activities Membership is the heart and foundation of the LPS of USA and I kindly request that everyone Visit us at participate in being a part of our organization. This is your organization and we encourage w w w . leuvapatidarsamaj.com you, your relatives, and fellow Leuvas to help promote and preserve our culture. Your support Leuva Connection is published by Garavi Gujarat Publications (USA) Inc on behalf of can help us in making a better future for our generations to come and participation can the Leuva Patidar Samaj of USA. empower the youth in our community. Please visit our website www.lpsofusa.com and provide Designed & Printed in the United King- feedback and suggestions for our organization along with making sure each family member dom by Garavi Gujarat Press, a division in our Leuva households reads the Leuva Connection magazine. If all of us collaboratively of the Asian Media & Marketing Group unite, our organization will become much stronger by way of involvement. Garavi Gujarat Publications (USA) Furthermore, it is my utmost request to every Leuva Patidar across the USA to Inc. encourage those who are non members to become a member of the LPS of USA this 2020 Beaver Ruin Road, Norcross, Atlanta year as we will be working on publishing our resourceful LPS of USA Directory with GA 30071-3710 vital information as an essential source to reach people which will be useful for Tel: ++ 1 770 263 7728 many years to come. Moreover, only members will be listed in the directory so it is Fax: ++1 770 263 8617 imperative to please complete the membership form included in this magazine and email: [email protected] become a member TODAY. www.amg.biz www.gg2.net With my determination and dedication, I look forward to serving our community and I am very confident that the LPS of USA will attain new heights in the future years to come. I © Garavi Gujarat Publications (USA) Inc. 2011 All rights reserved. No part of this publication may look forward to meeting all of you soon so please look out for the next regional meeting in be reproduced by any means without written per- your area. If you have any questions, comments, or suggestions please feel free to contact me mission of the copyright owners. Although every personally at HasuDPatel@ aol.com. effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this publication, the publishers cannot accept re- sponsibility for any errors or omissions. It should be noted that any opinions and recommendations Hasu Patel expressed in this magazine are the views of the President writers themselves and not necessarily those of the Leuva Patidar Samaj or Garavi Gujarat Publica- LPS of USA 2011-2012 tions (USA) Inc. Tel.: 281 236 6200
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President 1st Vice President 2nd Vice President Secretary Joint Secretary Hasu D. Patel (Bajipura) Jayesh Patel (Chikhli) Kirit Patidar (Afva) Sanjay Patel (Kharvasa) Sunil Patel (Kharvasa)
Treasurer Joint Treasurer Editor Joint Editor Publisher Harshad Patel (Saroli) Nayan Patel (Puna) Manish Desai (Digas) Jayesh Lallu (Ambheti) Samir T. Patel (Dhaman)
Youth Joint Youth Ex Officio Public Relation Public Relations Dipesh Patel (Pardi/Pata) Hitesh Patel (Bajipura) Bharat Patel (Pathron) Hasubhai B. Patel (Astan) Dipak Patel (Kantali)
Public Relations Public Relations Public Relations Public Relations Public Relations Dipak Patel (Kharvasa) Satish Hari (Pata Pardi) Shailesh Patel (Isroli) Jitu Patel (Chikhli) Mahendra Patel (Ruva)
Womens East/ Youth IT Womens West & Jt Publication Lina Patel (Vadhvania) Suresh Patel (Puna) Nayana ‘Nancy’ Patel (Soyani) Please visit our website www.lpsofusa.com for full coverage of convention and current updates 4 September 2011 LEUVA LEUVA Letters from Board CONNECTION
LETTER FROM PAST PRESIDENT
My Dear Brothers and Sisters,
Jai Shree Krishna.
Wow what a year! It has been a wonderful journey personally for me and my entire board. Rain or shine, our goal stays same: as I’ve said before, LPS of USA has one goal and one goal only, to pass on our colorful culture and rich heritage to our new generation and generations to come. As the new year for LPS of USA begins, the old board moves on and new board hails in, but our duties are same or rather increase.
LPS of USA has set a goal to achieve financial sustainability. In the past, financial crunch was a norm for LPS of USA. Back then the board worked very hard to grow our association and thanks to them our association now has more than 4500 families in our database. But today, time has changed. We need funds for youth activities, senior programs and daily operation. The Founding Member Partnership program is very handy for achieving this goal of financial sustainability year on year. Thanks to Hasubhai Patel, Jayesh Patel and Kirit Patidar, along with the entire board, we’ve managed to lift this program to the next level. Now the control is entirely in their hands to take the Founding member partnership program to even a higher level!
We have completed the year with 150 new lifetime members ($150,000.00) and the membership including annual membership of 4500 families. Our daily operation and convention are both profitable. The top seven officers, EC Board and other board of directors have traveled extensively during the past year attending 25 town halls, regional and other meetings across the country.
Now, more about the LPS of USA Convention in the Bayou state of Louisiana. What a success for LPS of USA! More than 2,500 people (including 1000 youth) attended the convention that also saw the participation of 90 vendors for the trade show. Be it the speakers; the seminars for young and old; as well as the wonderful women’s session organized by Nancy Patel; we could tell from the faces of the attendees that they enjoyed the events! Thanks to Sunilbhai, the youth activities were a tremendous hit while security for the youth was provided by Kirit Patidar.
Thanks to all the leaders from Louisiana and to each and every volunteer from the state. I mean young and old, men and women: wow, you picked up all tasks without any hesitation! Without you our National Convention would not be this successful! You have done a wonderful job of fulfilling your community duty. You have sacrificed your time and enjoyment for the LPS of USA National Convention in your own city of New Orleans, and to make sure that members are handsomely taken care of ! My hats off to you, ladies and gentlemen, you have worked tirelessly around the clock, yes around the clock, to show your southern hospitality. Folks, let me tell you, you have achieved that goal and you have achieved it in style, we are very proud of you! I would really like to thank all of you again from the bottom of my heart.
The successful hard work of Louisiana’s leaders and volunteers has encouraged LPS of USA to hold a National Convention at such remote locations which opens up the possibility for many locations.
Congratulations to then convention Chair and now President Hasubhai Patel for a successful National Convention.
I have worked very hard and passionately to serve our samaj with my heart for the last 14 years and while doing so if I have made any mistake, I would like to ask for your forgiveness and request you to accept my sincere apology.
My heroes! My board of directors, all of you! Words cannot explain how thankful I am to you all, for all your help!
God bless you,
Bharat (Bobby) Patel Gaam Pathron Oakland, CA Ex-President LPS OF USA 2010-2011
Please visit our website www.lpsofusa.com for full coverage of convention and current updates September 2011 5 LPS Area Representatives 2011-2012 NAME GAAM CITY STATE Email PHONELEUVA Anil R. Patel Tundi Monroeville AL [email protected] 251CONNECTION 593 1233 Prakash R. Patel Ruva Dapheny AL [email protected] 251 367 5923 Mahesh P. Patel Moti Falod West Helena AR [email protected] 901 484 3824 Mukesh Patel Bagumra Little Rock AR [email protected] 501 410 0778 Andy Patel Bardoli Jacksonville AR [email protected] 501 952 6574 Hargovind Desai Digas Cerritos CA [email protected] 213 324 1541 Dalsukh K. Patel Saroli Cerritos CA [email protected] 310 918 2033 Dilipbhai Patel Kharvasa Mill Valley CA [email protected] 415 269 3680 Rameshbhai Patel Shampura San Diego CA [email protected] 619 368 3391 Shailesh Patel Kantali Stockton CA [email protected] 209 483 6719 Mahendra Arvind Kharvasa Mill Valley CA [email protected] 415 254 7650 Suresh Patel Timba Santa Cruz CA [email protected] 831 320 1286 Raman Patel Mori Milbrea AR [email protected] 650 520 0021 Shirish Patel Dungar West Sacramento CA [email protected] 916-296-7243 Anil Patel Varad Jacksonville FL [email protected] 904 536 4411 Rakesh D. Patel Shampura Jacksonville FL [email protected] 386 566 0227 Dharmesh Patel Pinsad Atlanta GA [email protected] 678 410 8438 Nagin Das Puna Atllanta GA [email protected] 404 642 1611 Dipesh Patel Chikhali Atlanta GA [email protected] 828 421 4168 Harshad Patel Nagod Moline IL [email protected] 563 650 1280 RK Patel Bardoli Lexington KY [email protected] 859 619 8177 Ketan Patel Navsari Lexington KY [email protected] 859 327 7078 Nanu Patel Puna Westwego LA [email protected] 504 352 3154 Pravin J. Patel Puna Ponchatula LA [email protected] 985 215 1254 Bhupendra J. Patel Puna Laffaytte LA [email protected] 337 303 2057 Ashok Patel Khoj Vivian LA [email protected] 318 402 8609 Ashok Patel Umrakh Winnsboro LA [email protected] 318-557-8858 Dilip K. Patel Goji Sutton MA [email protected] 713 540 2359 Dipak Patel Kumbharia Detroit MI [email protected] 734-693-5209 Devendra V. Patel Bajipura Vicksburg MS [email protected] 601 456 6485 Mukesh Patel Baben Tupelo MS [email protected] Kirit Desai Ruva Jackson MS [email protected] 601 454 4601 Babu M Patel Clinton MS [email protected] 601 209 2228 Jimmy R. Patel Nogama Statesville NC [email protected] 704 224 3625 Dipak V. Patel Puna Sanford, NC [email protected] 919 478 4759 Sital Patel Chikhli Dayton OH [email protected] 937 367 3092 Bhavesh Patel Dungar Dayton OH [email protected] 513 349 3913 Kirti Surati Sevni Toledo OH [email protected] Priyesh Patel Jamania [email protected] Nikhil Patel Kuched Portland OR [email protected] 503 559 9509 Dilip Patel Vihan Portland OR [email protected] 541 731 9645 Rajendra Patel Mota Murfreesboro TN [email protected] 931 580 1419 Manhar Patel Khapria Chatanooga TN [email protected] 423 505 6161 Minesh Patel Kothamdi Memphis TN [email protected] 901 240 1782 C.P. Kana Nagod Jackson TN [email protected] 731 298 6015 Kiran V. Patel Sarai Austin TX [email protected] 512 773 5658 Suresh Patel Khoj San Antonio TX [email protected] 210 710 8336 Ashwin Patel Umrakh Houston TX [email protected] 713 256 3623 Jagdish D. Patel Samalfalia Holtomcity TX [email protected] 817-798-5773 Kiran N. Patel Surat Arlington TX [email protected] 214-566-1510 Ishwar B. Patel Babla Irving TX [email protected] 972 467 6538 Milan Jariwala Surat Colleyville TX [email protected] 817 300 3535 Ketan N. Patel Chikhali Gainsville TX [email protected] 940-736-5583 Bharat A Patel Ambheti Irving TX [email protected] 214-207-7621 Rajendra I. Patel Vihan Houston TX [email protected] 281 772 5953 Sanjay Kumar Bhamiya [email protected] 214-923-3448 Rajan “Ramesh” Patel Valsad [email protected] 214-493-8144 Arvind Patel Sadodara Vancouver WA [email protected] 503 708 5404
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e, the “old” publishing team, wish to thank our entire Wreadership for allowing us to serve you for the past two years. Your faith in us has made our experience truly enjoyable and we are saddened and simultaneously enthused that we must transition to ensure Leuva Connection is always full of fresh and new ideas. For us, Shailesh Patel, Nancy Patel, and Harshad Patel, it has been our Nancy Patel Shailesh Patel Harshad Patel PK Patel deepest pride to know that we have (Women’s West/ (jt Editor) (Editor ) (Publications) added value to the Leuva Connec Jt. Publisher) tion magazine and humbly hope that we have increased your expectations nection: It all boils down to more partici Work will NEVER go away. Kids, however, towards new ideas and thoughts when it pation. We’ve asked for pictures, articles, grow up fast and soon you will realize that comes to Leuva Connection or even the support, and ideas all year. Yet we receive they may not care about the ideals you LPS of USA. only a handful of small gestures. That’s not care about and you’re left wondering why Moreover, we have built a strong foun enough! You must become a better member, they think or do the things you may not dation for the new team and we are very encourage your area representatives to be approve. honored and privileged that the new team, more responsive in making their districts Remember, that we must learn to teach comprising of Samir Patel (TX), Manish better known and strive to make Leuva our youth to embrace our culture and Desai (TX), and Jayesh Lallu (AR), have Connection a beacon of Leuva status in values and build the strength between the asked Nancy Patel and Shailesh Patel to the USA. Leuva Generations by staying active with work with their team to help them through Furthermore, we would like to say that an association such as LPS of USA. out this year. while our convention was a tremendous NOW! Get involved and speak up and For us it is not a position or title that success, we must strive to do better. Many you’ll find others share your views of pre matters but a collaborative effort for the people were clapping and cheering with serving our rich culture and heritage. To betterment of our Samaj and as a much many of the speakers about learning Gu gether it’s soooo much easier and better! larger team we look forward to continu jarati, and speaking it. Three days every Once again, we all appreciate the honor ing to build on what we have started; but two years isn’t by any stretch long enough bestowed upon us. with new vigor and new vision to ensure to teach anything valuable enough to stick; that the traditions and goals of LPS are but all LPS can hope to do is create the Jai Shri Krishna. well documented and in a more fresh and spark. Only you can create, nourish and appealing way. grow the fire. If kids are to become more Shailesh Patel (Jt. Editor) Also, it was a pleasure working under involved within our Leuva community, Tulsa, Ok (Isroli) Bharat Bobby Patel’s term as he is a person then it is the responsibility of the parents who understood and worked with the entire to direct that young energy towards your Nayana ‘Nancy’ Patel board no matter what it took. Bobby Patel belief path through communication and (Womens West/Jt Publications) is someone who inspired and motivated the teaching of your experiences and goals Mount Pleasant, TX (Soyani) entire board and was very supportive to get for them. things done. We would like to leave you with We already know the mental response Harshad Patel (Editor) the following thoughts as to what we feel for many is that work is keeping them busy; Los Angeles, CA (Saroli) could tremendously improve Leuva Con especially after a convention. But think!
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Jayesh Patel, TN Leuva Patidar Samaj of USA Phone: 615-414-3009 716 Sweet Water Circle, Old Hickory, TN 37138 Phone# 615-712-6199, Fax# 615-873-4650 Please visit our website www.lpsofusa.com for full coverage of convention and current updates September 2011 7
LEUVA LEUVA Volunteers Appreciation CONNECTION A united effort that surpassed expectations!
Respected Leuva Members,
Jai Shree Krishna and Jai Swaminaryan.
I hope this letter finds everyone in good health. WOW! Once again, we pulled off our National LPS of USA Convention in New Orleans, Louisiana, with a bang. The initial decision to have the convention in New Orleans was a tough one. There were two main reasons for this: remote location and youth security.
In the history of LPS of USA, we have never had a convention in an area where there is not a large society of LPS members, such as that in Dallas, Houston, Atlanta, Nashville or other major cities. Louisiana has a lot of LPS members but all are scattered in differ- ent cities. Nevertheless, the volunteers of Louisiana surprised the entire nation. The LPS members of Louisiana have made a mark on the map. They have provided their courage, loyalty and hard work to our LPS Samaj. The journey to the convention was a tough one, but a successful one. A famous peace activist once said “Wisdom is knowing what to do next; virtue is doing it.” The volunteers are obviously both wise and virtuous. Please accept my sincere thanks for volunteering your time and effort in putting together such a grand convention. Without all of the volunteers, the convention would have not been a huge success. If we have made any mistakes or upset anyone, please accept our sincere apology. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your help. With that said, all the LPS Board members are requested to attend the Louisiana volunteers appreciation party on September 17, 2011 at 5:00 PM at the Crystal Palace in New Orleans, LA. Once again, thank you to all board members and volunteers. JSK and Jai Swaminaryan.
Jayesh Patel 1st Vice President LPS of USA Brentwood, TN 615-414-3009
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LEUVA LEUVA Regional Meeting CONNECTION LPS of USA takes a Roadtrip with multi Regional Meetings
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LEUVA LEUVA Regional Meeting CONNECTION
Please visit our website www.lpsofusa.com for full coverage of convention and current updates September 201113 LEUVA Youth LEUVA CONNECTION They came, they saw, they conquered our hearts Youth chairman Dipesh K Patel and Joint Youth chairman Hitesh Patel share their experiences while interacting with the youth at the convention in New Orleans…
‘The test of the morality of a society is what it does for its children.’ – Dietrich Bonhoeffer
IT’S BEEN a This was truly unique as we have never will be the next great year for seen such activity among youth at any pre- generation to up- the youth of vious LPS conventions. hold the family LPS. We con- name and val- We credit the LPS Board with provid- tinue to wit- ues. ness more par- ing the youth with forums and activities ticipation and due to which they were able to attend the W e t o o k involvement convention to both learn and enjoy. As most great pleasure than ever be- may not realize, the youth were and are in seeing smiles fore. This past very adamant about making sure they at- all around with convention tended the functions creating havoc for the our youngsters in New Or- youth committee to cater to all of our youth having fun at leans helped attendees. This was an unexpected but this conven- demonstrate pleasant surprise to us all. The success of tion and get- h o w o u r the convention and planning for youth was ting involved yo u t h a re due mostly to our youth. More importantly, in the samaj, stepping up their behavior during the entire convention thus enabling Dipesh K Patel and becom- was cordial, respectful, and graceful. them to have ing leaders. a bright er Hitesh Patel Being a youth myself, this year’s con- As you may have heard, the youth were f u t u re fo r vention provided the most opportunities represented in unprecedented numbers and LPS. We had sev- to learn about our samaj and network with were among the most active attendees at eral youth and other committee members other people. There were lots of activities our convention. The youth committee and give many positive comments, making the for the youth to attend that did not detract we were shocked at the number of youth entire convention and stress of organizing, or distract from the convention and its wanting to actively participate and attend worth it. We feel it’s important to see our goals. Furthermore, we enjoyed also being all the sessions and having over 600 youth youth wanting to attend the conventions at the convention. able to see friends and meet new people, and enjoying their experiences because which is important for our youth as they they will be the future of our samaj.
The makings of a great convention
Sunil Patel rounds off the many interesting activities that youth in the age group of five years to 35 years enjoyed at the annual convention…
AROUND eight months Mowji sharing thought-provoking, funny in New Orleans. To top it all off we had a ago I was given four and engaging topics such as “Maa, Ben and special appearance by Culture Shock from committees to lead, Beti” and “What is Leuva.” Canada. So for all of you who missed out, for the convention. don’t let it happen again. And for all of you For those in the age group of 18 to 20 Of all my committees, who came, Thank You! years, we had dynamic speakers such as the Youth Committee Sanjay Ram and Dr Vikas Jhingran speak- Now for the rest of the Thank You’s: seemed like it would ing about “Community Involvement” and The board for giving my team the op- be the most challeng- “Beauty of Tradition.” All rooms were portunity and the budget (LoL). All the ing. standing room only and all the seminars volunteers who helped with the “Little The notion of were interactive. Lastly for youth in the Leuva’s”. Dipesh and Kappa for being having the first re- age group of 21 to 35 years, we took a dif- patient and understanding and doing a mote convention in ferent approach to the traditional “matri- superb job. Sumeet Patel, OH, for help- the history of LPS monial.” With Dipesh Patel, FL and Kappa ing with Culture Shock. Lina Patel, OH, didn’t help matters. Patel, LA heading this group, they also saw for keeping all the speakers in line. The Not to bore anyone participation stretch beyond maximum entire security team for keeping the with the behind capacity. Their focus was social and pro- youth safe. Kishorbhai Patel, LA, and Dr Sunil Patel the scenes plan- fessional development in a totally relaxed Kiran Zaveri for heading up the medical ning, let’s talk about atmosphere. camp and making it a huge success with over 100 participants. Reena Patel, TN, the results. All-day activities for the age Now let’s get to the entertainment. For for being a huge support throughout the group of five to nine years included trips the first age group we had DJ Sai (Leuva) convention. to the insectarium and aquarium, which from Houston, TX. For the second and third saw the participation of over 75 children. age groups we had DJ Rocky from Houston, And lastly a quote ‘Those who can, do. Youth in the age group 10 to 17 years en- TX and DJ Krush from Chicago, IL mix- Those who can do more, volunteer.’ Louisi- joyed listening to speakers including our ing it up at the House Of Blues and The ana, we are grateful to all your volunteers own Dhansukh Dan Patel and Mukesh Republic. These are two prominent bars for the hard work and dedication.
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THE LPS PANEL discussion is a forum for so, how can today’s parents strike a balance do prior to marriage to reduce the chances members of the samaj to learn and under- so that their kids can have both sides of this of divorce? stand the youth and their perspectives on equation? • We need to properly think through wheth- our samaj. • Strict parenting is one of the main causes er you can see yourself spending the rest of our youth rebelling and also a major of your life with this person, not just how At this year’s convention, the panel discus- cause for youth not being able to develop you feel right now sion hosted five members within the age socially. • Look to develop a loving relationship over group of 20 to 50 years, addressing ques- • Youth need to be guided but also allowed time and not just act on impulse tions relating to and concerning the samaj. to learn from their mistakes • Get to know the families and the values The purpose was to make a platform for all • Proper parenting and balance is the key to of the other side members of our samaj to understand as ensure youth adapt our culture’s values well as participate in shaping the future of • Talk to your kids: get to know them and What can LPS do to encourage more second LPS. Here are some the questions and their how they need to be disciplined and third generation participation and thought provoking answers. attendance at these conferences so that our Living in America with second and third heritage doesn’t fade with time? With American culture and the financial generations born in this country, what is • Parents need to teach their children the success of the first generation’s hard work, your opinion about Leuva’s marrying other importance of culture to them and the have the second and third generations lost Guajarati’s that speak the same language family some ‘ambition’ and ‘drive’ to succeed as a and have virtually the same traditions, • Have activities and events that the youth result of the luxuries and lifestyles that their culture, and value system? would like to participate in and attend parents may not have had? • It depends on the family and whether the • Teach our youth early on the importance • Sometimes they lose drive growing up and partner can assimilate and adapt similar of culture and traditions assimilating to the western culture because cultural and family values they don’t have the same understanding of • It is okay to accept the struggles their parents went through marriages within • They develop drive and ambition later other patidar samajs rather than earlier • It should be some- • Their drive and ambition is to achieve a thing that is looked lifestyle where they are comfortable at if the families have similar values and There are opinions that if you are a very traditions strict parent, your kid won’t learn how to adapt very well socially and that they will Why is the divorce lack ‘common sense.’ On the flip side, there rate in our Leuva sa- are opinions that if you parent too loosely, maj increasing year your kid won’t have discipline and values. by year? What can Do you feel these statements are true and if couples and parents
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Records were broken, hearts were touched, generations bridged and community spirit celebrated... The national convention was a grand success in more ways than one!
Waiting to begin... Meeting and greeting... Registration time...
Friends meetup... Families bond... Serving the community...
Members arrive... Welcoming Leuvas... Bright smiles...
Women power! Networking begins...
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Sharing goals... Saluting LPS... A call to arms...
Packed halls... Food fiesta! Conversations and chai...
Standing together as one... An ode to music...
Speaking up for LPS! Attentive audience... All ready to start!
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Glimpses from the first day of the Annual Convention. From thought-provoking discus- sions, to community bonding, to fun and some groovy garba, the day had it all!
Food for thought... Standing tall!
A sweet beginning... Community first... A commitment to LPS...
Listening, learning, sharing... AAHOA calling...
Inspirational speakers take stage... Look who’s grinning!
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All smiles! Gorgeous Leuvas... Guiding elders...
Sitting pretty... Two to tango...
Traditional fare... Leading by example... This is how we do it!
The men take to the floor... Traditional with a twist... Garba groove...
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Shri Chidanand Saraswatiji leads Proud and committed board members... the prayers...
Fraternal bonding...
The youth speak up... A cultural legacy...
Settling in for the gala... Picture perfect Leuvas!
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Families rejoice... Happy faces...
In gratitude... Listening and learning... Dressed in their best...
And the party begins!
Celebrating the bond of LPS.... Fabulous moves...
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Q. What would you say is the In business they now go shoulder essence of Hindu culture? to shoulder with men and have A. The individual acceptance of acquired the requisite skills to religion is the real essence of show their hidden talents to the Hindu culture. Since the ancient world. Unlike men they still take times, Indian Vedas and saints up the responsibilities of bringing have cultivated the Hindu culture up children and looking after the in the form of a science, as each individual needs of every family and every aspect of it is concealed member. completely with a scientific ap- Q. What advice would you give proach which has a strong and women, struggling to balance convincing logic behind it. their roles as a wife, mother and Family values, ethical behav- daughter-in-law? ior and crediting the surround- A. Again, it is not struggling in ings become a part of this. That’s any way; rather it is balancing why Indians worship not only their roles in varied forms. It is the Almighty but also everything the versatility of the woman that which helps them directly or in- gives her strength to perform her directly. In all these the pride of duties for everyone. being Hindu comes first. The real A woman in this context ways of living life also form the es- should be completely devoted in sence of Hindu culture. The scien- her every role and perform more tifically proved Indian culture is dedicatedly. It is the strength given considered the real mirror which by God to a woman alone, for she shows the ways to live life. is considered the producer of life. Q. Is this still relevant for In- This strength makes her more dians in the US? Please explain emotional, attached and sensitive how and why? towards everything. A. Indians residing in abroad, like For increasing this strength, they in the US, cannot be apart from should become more spiritual and this as this is a part of their blood. Narayancharandas Swami not lose their faith in God. Having Living in another country and trust in God will definitely give following the traditions or rules of being Indian. you the courage to balance yourself in all of that country does not mean that one Q. Women play a key role in both the your versatile roles: be it as a mother, wife leaves his or her virtues behind. Indians family and business, yet they are often and daughter-in-law. residing in the US love and respect their undervalued. What do the Hindu scrip- country a lot, and always wish that their tures say of women and their role in It is due to a woman’s inner abilities next generation should know everything family life? that she is successful in all fields and as- about the Indian culture. They continu- A. As such, Indian women have never been pects of life. ously make efforts to pass on the essence of undervalued. They are given equal rights Hindu culture to others. We can proudly say Q. Daughters-in-law are in some cases and freedom just like men, although they not treated with equal respect in Indian that the Indians in the US are rather more sometimes sacrifice their other roles to devoted towards the Indian culture. families. How can this change? fulfill their role towards society. That’s why A. Giving and getting respect is a part and Q. For Leuvas living in the US, how we say ‘nari tu narayani.’ parcel of Indian culture, a culture that is should one go about living their life? Since ancient times, Indian women influenced by complete hospitality. The re- A. The Leuvas living in the US are very have always given importance to the duties lation of daughters-in-law now has changed hard working, friendly and known for dedicated towards their family and society. completely, because people realize that their hospitality. They have struggled a lot This is not to be considered the devaluation their own daughter also plays the role of a to make and keep their place especially in of Indian women but should rather be seen daughter-in-law in some other family. another country. They’re a very dominating as a part of traditional Hindu approach. community that has unity and excellent In the ancient times there were some harmony within itself. As entrepreneurs The Hindu Vedas have very distinguish- inequalities seen but now the trend has they have had the courage to settle in any ing roles for women but on the other hand completely changed. Of course daughters- part of the world. As excellent business- they also consider them a link between reli- in-law should be respected in their families men, they know how to start a business, run gion and family values. Women are, in real- as they are the persons who give an exten- it, establish it and take it to the peak. ity, considered the backbone of the Hindu sion to the family name in the society. culture as they always performed their own People should understand this fact, that in But I must say that they should not roles, duties and commitments not only for their absence the world cannot go further. blindly follow the features of other cul- their family but for the society also. People should value and quantify them as tures. Because their next generation may the foremost part of the family. face problems of living in dual cultures Women have now made their own im- which may harm their individual image age in the corporate business world also. Q. What should husbands do to create a
Please visit our website www.lpsofusa.com for full coverage of convention and current updates 26 September 2011 LEUVA LEUVA Head to head CONNECTION happy atmosphere in the household? needed but the traditional culture that is Give your child ‘value education’. Educa- A. Every husband should spend time with one’s own should not be overlooked. They tion which takes into context Indian tra- the family members and try to balance should learn the culture of their religion ditions, culture, virtues and spirituality. himself in social, personal and financial and should strictly follow, albeit in their Parents should also make the children aspects. Shouldering the responsibility of own ways. understand the difference between Eastern earning and the expectation of providing and Western cultures. The Indian youth living in the US better lifestyle may sometimes make him should not forget the roots of Indian culture On the one hand, the Indian culture is tense and more workaholic, but spending with their day to day interaction with latest rich in its virtuous values, and on the other time in spiritual activities as well as hav- technology. The Indian culture, religion & hand, the Western culture offers a luxuri- ing faith and trust in the Divine power will spirituality should be passed on like a heri- ous lifestyle with the latest amenities. The definitely assist men in creating a peaceful tage or heirloom from the parents to their perfect guidance given by parents will defi- and happy environment in the family. Par- young ones. They should clearly know the nitely help Indian children living abroad ticipating and assisting in the bringing up distinguishing features of both cultures. to live their lives with real Indian values of children and child care will also create a blended into international lifestyle. happy atmosphere in the household. Q. This often leads to conflict with par- ents. What should parents do to when it Q. What should parents do keep our Finally, the husband should always comes to their relationship with their culture alive in the US? value the sacrifice made by his wife, who children? A. As parents, you are the only ones who has left behind her family, friends and soci- A. The generation gap may lead to con- can change the minds of your children, and ety with a promise to accept everything ex- flicts between parents and their children. walk with them on the path of culture and pected from her husband and his family. However, having a religious and spiritual spirituality with traditional understand- Q. Youth in America are caught between environment in the home may solve these ing. Some simple ways in which you can two cultures – and both are at odds with problems very easily. Parents should con- preserve your culture is by making your each other. What advice would you give vince and guide their children regarding children believe in the Indian value system. these youths? the different cultures, while stressing on Explain to them in depth the richness of A. The youth of America don’t exactly the importance of Indian culture and the the Indian culture. I strongly believe that suffer between two cultures but are rather values of our traditions. In simple words, spending time together and sharing a meal trapped between them. Following the according to me, there should be an open are the best options for making the youth culture of the host country is of course talk with acceptance from both the sides. aware of the essence of Indian culture.
YOUTH WINS AT 2011 LPS GOLF TOUNAMENT IN NEW ORLEANS, LA.
TWO YOUTH TAKE FIRST AND SECOND PLACE AT THE 2011 LPS GOLF TOURNAMENT IN NEW ORLEANS DURING THE LPA CONVENTION.
The Leuva Patidar Samaj of USA (LPS) held its convention and conference in New Orleans, Louisiana July 28 thru July 30, 2011. The LPS convention was attended by over 2000 people and was a resounding success. Orga- nizers were overwhelmed at the participation by the youth as well as the adults in the various activities planned, including the 2011 LPS Golf Tournament, which was held on July 28, 2011.
The players endured a 100 degree plus day with 100 percent humidity as it rained during part of the day. The course conditions were muddy and provided no roll with much standing water. Regardless, and true to those that love the game, the participants completed a full round at
First place winner of the 2011 LPS of USA Golf Tournament were Jatin D. Patel, who plays for his high school, and is from gaam Umrakh and lives in Louisiana. Second place winner of the 2011LPS of USA Golf Tournament was Avee M. Arvind, who also plays for his high school and is from gaam Kharvasa, and lives in California. The top score for the tournament, a natural 78, was Raju C. Patel, who is an avid golfer, from gaam Bajipura, and lives in California.
According to Arvind Patel, a life member and one of the organizers, “this type of activity that promotes youth participation is the direction the organization should take.” Arvind also commented that “golf is fast becoming one of the top sports for our community and youth and we should continue the tradition of a golf tournament at future conventions”. The tournament showed a profit for the LPS of USA and the profit was proudly given to president Bharat “Bobby Newman” Patel at the convention. Bobby was a key supporter in making this event successful.
ABOUT LEUVA PATIDAR SAMAJ OF USA
LPS is a social organization based in Nashville, Tennessee, its prime objective is to maintain family values and the culture of the community. LPS has over 1300 life time members and has a member database of over 5000. It’s new president in Hasu D. Patel from Houston, Texas.
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Sincere thanks to all the Security, Cultural, Sponsorship, and Youth committee members who made our convention a true success. With Security being a main issue and concern for all members, we appreciate the efforts of Roshan, Ashish, and their team for keeping things safe and secure for all members at all events.
The Cultural event was an absolute delight with Lina, Kirti, and Suresh exceeding our entertainment expectations. To Dipesh, our youngest new Board Member, who has worked countless hours to make the Youth activities and youth entertainment a success, thank you! The volunteers of Louisiana and surrounding states deserve a standing ovation for a phenomenal job done through team effort.
“Moreover, we had a very successful & excellent Women’s Session chaired by Nayana Nancy Patel with the encouraging wisdom of Shree Swami Narayan and many other motivational speakers.”
It has been an honor and pleasure working with everyone to ac- complish this successful convention. The outstanding attendance of this convention in New Orleans is evidence of the dedication of LPS members and gives LPS the faith that wherever they go, this founda- tion will not only remain but excel.
- Kirit Patidar
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THERE ARE no words that can describe just how powerful and successful the Women’s Seminar was at the LPS of USA National Convention this year. With a room jam-packed beyond sitting ca- pacity, with standing room only, the ladies of LPS of USA enjoyed an outstanding and well-tailored seminar on the theme: ‘Shakti of Women & Balancing Life, Health and Society.’ Everyone who attended the seminar, in- cluding the men who were totally inspired by the speakers, gave nothing but extraordinary rave reviews saying it was one of the best women’s seminars they had ever attended. Two hours went by without notice and women wanted to continue to hear more. Our ultimate goal was to give substance to the Leuva women, an experience that they could take back and put to use in both their personal and professional lives as well as create har- mony while balancing. The prominent speakers that inspired and enlightened our women included Dr Clinton (Dr Naram), Nalini Raja (TV Asia), Pallavi Challeva, Mahesh Patel (Attorney), Hemant Patel (AAHOA Chairman) and Shree Swami Narayancharandas (BAPS). My sincere thanks to Reena Bhabi (Nash- ville, TN) who was my co-chair, the team, Kirit Patidar (Florida), Shailesh Patel (OK), the at- tendees, and all the speakers that helped make this event a great success. In other exciting news, we are working on a National LPS of USA Women’s trip. Yes, you heard it right! A trip in the upcoming year, so please be on the lookout for related informa- tion and location in our publications as well as website www.leuvapatidarsamaj.com. Make sure to support this event as it will be a gather- ing you don’t want to miss!
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LPS booth at the AAHOA convention: (standing, from left) Kirti, Kirit, Bipin, Bobby and Harshad; (seated, from left) Lina and Nancy
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Shout out: Thanks to Lamar outdoor staff, Jackson, Mississippi, as well as Marty Elrod and Melissa Tidwell for the complimentary billboard at the Superdome and 12x30 Banner at the convention gala dinner - Babu M Patel, Area Rep, Mississippi
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Kirit B. Patel – Kharvasa SJLPS (Surat District LPS of India) - Vice President Bonding of Two Presidents
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