A New Look and Feel to an Ancient Symbol

For all those who come to Gaming, an 'ancient' rite of passage is christening oneself through jumping in the creek across the street. This ritual is practiced in all 12 months of the year, in rain or shine, warmth or cold, and has provided much joy and fun over the years, and perhaps a few injuries too.

But today, a chapter has begun. To our dismay, we looked on as the Forestry Service cut down and bore away the beloved protector of this sacred spot--those trees which shade and bejewel the area. They are no more and while we bemoan this "advance of progress", we are nonetheless obliged to look on the positive side as well: as Sr. Joan Paule put it, "at least there will be more sun and this makes it more inviting--perhaps we will even see some sunbathers soon...."

So, for all those die-hards, for better or for worse, the creek has taken on a new look. See pictures below of the new scene as well as the sunrise this morning through the haze.