The Mystic Order of Desert Campers


Greetings to all spirits of the desert, and all creatures that reside therein. Let it be known to all those who are the true holders of the sacred Mystic Order of Desert Campers that on Monday 28 March 2005.

Irene at Death Valley National Park

Having survived four days of testing by wind, rain, heat, cold, fire, smoke, sand, rock, thorns, poisonous plants, reptiles, and scorpions has been found sane and worthy to be numbered a champion in the appreciation and protection of all the spirits of the desert. Therefore, we have gathered into our fold on this date and duly initiated said person into the Mystic Order of Desert Campers.

Be it further remembered that by virtue of the power invested in us, we do hereby command all subjects to show due honor and respect to her whenever she enters our realm. Disobey this command under penalty of our august displeasure.

Presented by your family, friends, and the Mystic Order of Desert Campers.
Saturday 2 April 2005. Vacaville, California.

Background = wind-blown patterns at the Sand Dunes.


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