9.5.11 Adam News and Info

MOMTOMANY, ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL.
THANKS FOR SHARING.

Thank you, momtomany, for sharing your BM experience with us! So beautiful and inspiring. Thank you!

awww... momtomany, you make me cry.

I do have a question re. this passage:

What can burn will burn. The exquisite photos of the dragon eating its tail; the twisted flower; the lighthouse; the geodesic dome of umbrellas; the cosmic clock - - they are now memories.

I've devoured (and right-clicked-saved) so many BMan pics from the links that have been posted, but I don't remember seeing these pics that you described. At least I don't think so. Can you direct me to photos of these things?

And if someone at BMan had seen one of these marvelous pieces of work... like, say, the dragon or the twisted flower, and really REALLY wanted to keep it/buy it... would that be possible? Do all these things *have to burn*, or can people take them away at the end?

And were there really "all ages"? Were there lots of older folks attending BMan?

And how many medical stations were there altogether? And what kind of hours did you work? Did you have a set shift every day? (like a 9-5 shift?)

And what did you and DH do for your meals? Did you take an RV and cook meals for yourselves every day?

Anyhow, if I can think of more questions I'll post them later!

Thank you! I just can't sleep yet - so I am overjoyed to have some questions about the place that is still overwhelming me.

I have some great descriptions of the displays I mentioned; including their creators. I'll find my notes and send you the information! Burning Man had an 'Art Tours' station, and we were able to spend an afternoon on a mutant vehicle with a docent - learned so much! All art done in wood is meant to be burned. If an artist wishes to preserve his or her creation/inspiration, it needs to be done in another medium. 'Blithe' from last year is going on display at Treasure Island; several of the works from past years can be found along the Embarcadero in SF; and, private 'rentals' of Burning Man art are available for showings. Carlos Santana recently (per the docent) had three on display at his home for a birthday party.
Yes, 'all ages' can be found at Burning Man. Certainly, the majority of participants are in the 25-40 age range; but there are many - many - who are 50, 60 and beyond. And, the 'Kids Camp' is growing! They even had a t-shirt made for this year; a cartoon showing a burner with his kid on a skewer over the campfire! No - - - it really was funny!

There are 3 medical stations serving the Black Rock City population. They're found at 3, 6, and 9 o'clock on the city map. All are staffed with licensed MDs, RNs, PAs, EMTs. Big deal stuff is sent to Station 6 - also known as 'Rampart' - and serious conditions can be flown to Reno. I feel like 'MASH' when I'm at work. Sometimes I can't believe how innovative I can be, with limited time and resources. Back to basics works! This year, I worked a 12-hour (07-1900) on Sunday; and then 2 eight-hours (07-1530) on Wednesday and Saturday. The time flew by; never a chance to check the clock.

As part of Station 9, we were able to secure a 'meal plan'. DH and I paid about $85 each, and received a wonderful, satisfying breakfast and dinner each day. Such a deal! The two people who cooked for us, and served everyone in our Station 9 lounge and bar (affectionately known as the "Pharmacy") have cooked and served for people in war zones, floods, and disasters (such as Katrina, where they received their first experience).

Feel free to ask more questions - anytime. Oh, we took a camper this year; one loaned to us from a friend. Small, but all we needed, really, was a place to sleep and brush our teeth. No way was I going to use the toilet/shower in that puppy! Yech! Needless to say, the camper is covered in playa dust; inside and out. Burners really stood out as we drove down I-80 into California - furry hair and dust everywhere!