Wednesday, October 1, 2008

Level 1 Tests

So, before I can go from an intern to a Level 1 at work, I have to take some tests. One, is on p & ps....programs and policies. The other is  Busting an Ember. I am not sure if I have told all of you about this. It is making fire with a Bow, Spindle, Top Rock, and Fire Board. I am putting a piece of wood that looks like a big pencil wrapped up in the bow and putting it between the fire board and top rock and making pressure to create friction to get an ember that i can blow into flames. I found a video of it on You Tube...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BDdEXm-X-y4

As it turns out...less than like 1% of the population can make fire this way, it is not the easiest thing in the world, but VErY empowering when you can do it. It is a big part of our therapy and we make many metaphors out of making fire with a lot of friction and effort. So, today I have to do this with my boss looking over me. So, I know that I can do it, I have done it many times. But I also know I will get nervous. Say some prayers I can perform! I will update to let you all know!

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