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OUR LIFE M O N T H L Y , published b y U krainian N atio n al Women's League o f A m erica VOL XXXVII JUNE 1980 No. 6 ACTIVE RESTING PERIOD It would seem that these two concepts, "activity” and "rest” have nothing in common; however, each of these two contra dicting terms includes the other. The time between vacations is filled with responsibilities and work. We end up exhausted not only from the endless work, but also from the lack of time in which to do it all. Because of this great rush in all that we do, we never seem to have any time left to do the things we’d like to do, to see the places we'd like to see. That’s why our short vacations are essential. During this bit of free time, we are able to rest both physically and mentally; during this bit of free time, we try to catch up on all we’ve missed during the long year. Thus, we must sift through out long list of activities and select those which we truly "must" do. Let’s bring to mind a tourist. He has selected a favorite country, or maybe an entire continent, to visit. He follows through his itinerary, and returns home having visited many foreign lands. But what lasting impressions have they left, what experiences have they had, how have they enriched his soul? His vacation has been externally active; the distance travelled can be measured in miles or kilometers. One can, however, stay in one place and emerge enriched with lasting impressions, and renewed enjoyment of nature, good music, friendly conversation. Eric Fromm, American psychologist and philosopher, speaks of this inner activity. He claims that only a person who enjoys periodical solitude is a truly "healthy” person; only such a person can truly love another person. We are not suggesting that our readers have solitary vacations. We are simply pointing out the merits of a simple life among the beauty of nature. We are simply suggesting that people occasionally forget about getting things accomplished and enjoy their free time. Our youth has at its disposal many camps, some with specialized programs (as, "Steshky Kultury”). The hardships of camp life offer a preparation to life in the “real world”. Too many parents, however, have forgotten their own camping days and are reluctant to leave their children without all the comforts and luxuries of home. Besides various camps, our youth also has a choice of inte resting summer courses at Harvard, the Ukrainian Free Uni versity, or the Ukrainian Catholic University. There is also a choice of interesting seminars in Hunter. All these courses and seminars are not an extension of the school year. The change in circumstances and surrounding presents an individual with a totally new experience with the Ukrainian language, culture, art, and most importantly, the indi vidual gets to know himself. As for the people who spend their vacations earning extra money: if it is not essential that a person spend his summer working, he should think about this: “Which is more important material riches or spiritual riches?” We wish you all the greatest of vacations, an active resting period, after which you’ll return with renewed strength and high spirits to your everyday work! UNWLA PEN PAL CENTER WAS STARTED BY DR. T SAWYCKY, UNWLA Chairperson of Social Welfare Committee of the National Board, at the end of 1973, and is run by Mrs. Anna Krawczuk, member of Branch 86 , Newark, New Jersey. The main purpose of this center is to introduce Ukrainian people, and people of Ukrainian descent to one another (through correspondence), to learn of each others interests and ways of life, no matter what age they may be and regardless of where they live in the free world. For almost 100 years our people have been scattered all over the globe, living on almost all the continents of the earth. By starting our center we hoped to learn where and how our people lived and live, and to introduce the interested ones to one another. And we learned!!! At the present time the membership reached over 400 from many different countries, such as USA, Canada, Brasil, Argentina, Paraguay, Australia, England, Belgium and others. Many are corresponding with the people of their choice but many are still awaiting for a correspondent. A question arises, who can become a member of our Pen Pal Center — everyone and anyone who is interested in Ukrainian people and our cause. There is no limit to age, marital status or profession, for our members have varied backgrounds. From senior members of our families, to school children. From people dedicated to religious life to professional people, to farmers — the backbone of any country. Wouldn’t you like to compare notes with a Brazilian Ukrainian mother in raising children or on Australian Ukrainian? Or maybe your daughter or son would like to exchange stamps with another child, thus learn more closely about that country. Or maybe you are just lonely, and your days long, and is there a better way to spend some free time than by reading a letter from far away — and writing one? Or while on vacation, wouldn’t it be nice to visit another Ukrainian? Some people write to us seeking information about Ukrainians in New Mexico, Mississippi and other states — wouldn’t you write us and let us know, so we can introduce you to one another. We’ve had cases where "plastunky” met in Edmonton, Canada — one from New Jersey and the other one from Australia. Brazilian Ukrainian orphans writing to their "mothers” in other countries. And one couple celebrated their second wedding anniversary, both were widowed, remarried and are very happy now. All this — through our Pen Pal Center. There is no limit to the possibilities for everyone. All interested please write to : Mrs. Anna Krawczuk, 26 William Street, Maplewood, New Jersey 07040 USA, giving your name, address, age, occupation hobbies, grade, if student and languages. Anna Krawczuk НАШЕ ЖИТТЯ, ЧЕРВЕНЬ 1980 19
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