ReflectionsDiaspora
Going Home
“You can’t go home again.” The expression gained popularity as the title of Thomas Wolfe's 1940 novel, which tells the story of an author and his newly-published book that makes several references to his hometown. When the book gains national popularity, the backlash from the hometown residents is immediate, as they feel exposed by the out-of-touch author. In response, the resident
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I’m crying. I’m so happy for you.
Dorothy from the Wizard of Oz was much wiser than Wolfe….
”There’s no place like home.”
Thanks for sharing.
What a weekend! It’s all of our dreams to go back just one more time… 1968 was my last year, you described all of the emotions just beautifully! So happy for your weekend and to your love for Camp! You may have started something special for us all! Congratulations on your friendships with so many great guys! And you’re upcoming Wedding!
I’m a native Californian, so I’ve never attended Camp Hayastan (did visit it once with friends who live in Mass.), but I loved your memories of it. Our two sons spent a couple of summers at AYF camp here in California and loved it! Just reading your account brought back those years and filled my eyes with tears. Thanks.
What a beautiful personal narrative. Thank you, Kyle, for capturing and sharing the magic of Camp Haiastan. I love that you had your bachelor party at the Camp. Achkut Loys and best wishes on your upcoming nuptials.
A really lovely reflection. I can still hear the sound of the doors slamming too.