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Why
Does Clowning Matter?
An interesting question was
posed to me the other day by a non-clown type person who came into my
costume shop. She found out I was the “Town Clown”. I gave her the
quick synopsis of my career with Ringling Bros. as a circus clown, costume
business, and Mooseburger Camp. She looked at me like I had just stepped
out of a space ship and said, “What’s the point? I mean, what
do you get out it?” It was a sincere question, not meant
to hurt or slight me in anyway. She genuinely just didn’t get it.
I have been asked lots of questions in many interviews over the years,
but this was the most straight forward and to the point. She went on
to tell me that she had dated a guy who was a clown. She didn’t know
it when they had started dating, but found out later. She was so surprised
to learn he was a clown because she said he seemed so “normal!”
I had to laugh at that.
When she first asked the question
I thought for a split second on how to respond. She obviously wasn’t
into clowns. I was only going to get one chance to make a good impression.
The first thing I thought of was the smiles. All the smiles I have seen
on faces over the years. It started with my first parade. People were
so excited to see a clown, even a not-so-good looking clown! It was
such a rush, I simply knew I would do it the rest of my life. Then I
thought about my students. The folks who come to camp to learn how to
be the best clowns they can be. I thought of the smiles on their faces
after they have performed in the All Star Clown Show at Moose Camp.
They actually glow from the inside out! I thought of the smiles I have
seen on the faces of people who come to the show. It makes me feel so
good to be in this position to see those smiles. Can you hear a smile?
Most of my performances are done on a stage, where I can’t see my
audience due to the lights in my eyes. But I can hear their smiles!
Back to her question, “What
do I get out of it?” In short: an unbelievable sense of peace, satisfaction
and well being. When someone is laughing or honestly smiling, there
is no way they can think about their troubles. That is the true magic
of clowning. Think of the times in your life you would give your right
arm to take the hurt away from a loved one. You would do anything to
stop them from feeling blue or stop crying. But you are simply powerless.
If you have kids you know what I mean.
A clown has the power to change
things in an instant. You can not look at a clown and keep your mind
on your troubles. Your focus changes, you move outside of yourself.
“Look at that!” That colorful hair, that silly face, those wonderful
clothes, that nose, those shoes! What in the world???? Like magic, you
have transported someone away from their current mindset of troubles,
worries, and responsibilities. People get to forget their troubles and
we get to play. Powerful, isn’t it?
For children you open a door
to a new world of imagination and play. It is a green light to have
fun with a new playmate. Clowning is a license to play. That is our
purpose. But not just to play, but also to think and feel in a different
way, on a deeper level. Even if it is only for a brief moment the smile
we bring to peoples faces is worth it. It changes everything, for everyone.
And that’s the point – that’s why clowning matters.
In love and Laughter!
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Make-up
Tip of the Month
Having skin trouble with your
makeup? Try Mehron’s Barrier Spray. It is perfect for sensitive skin
because acts as a seal between your skin and the clown make-up. Also
works for preparing skin for nose glue application. Added bonus:
Make-up comes off easier, too!
Lucky you, we are having a
sale on Barrier Spray this month! Scroll down to get the discount
code.
MOOSE
CAMP NEWS!
July 27
– August 1
We have juiced up the Clown
Car this year, and that adorable Mini Cooper is better than ever! Can
you picture yourself inside here, crammed in with a bunch of goofy clowns?
What fun!! If you come to Moose Camp, we’ll tell you the secret
to how we get so many clowns in one car.
All Star
Clown Show 6:00pm Saturday July
31st
Sturges Park
on Hwy 25 in Buffalo, MN
If you thought we had a big
crowd for the All Star Clown Show last year, just wait ‘til you see
this size of the audience THIS year! We have been canvassing the local
parades and handing out hundreds and hundreds of fliers. If you
are in the Central Minnesota or Metro area, we are only an hour between
St. Cloud and St. Paul. Come see an amazing show! Spread the word and
let your friends know.
We used Fred’s
little red clown car to pass out fliers at the Buffalo Days Parade:
Don't miss
the bus, the little red car, or the polka dotted mini mobile!
We are down to our last few
slots for Moose Camp. It’s not too late to sign up for that wonderful
Mooseburger Clown Arts experience! You can feel the joy and sense of
accomplishment of the All Star Clown Show at the end of an exhilarating
week of top notch clown arts education! Here is your chance focus on
what YOU need in clown arts education whether it is Birthday
Parties, Face Painting, Skits, Caring Clowning, Comedy Magic or much
more!
Have questions? Not sure Moose
Camp is right for you? Give Pricilla a call and let her tell you
all about it! No high pressure sales pitch, just a one-on-one
conversation with Pricilla to learn more about this amazing educational
opportunity. Call us toll free: 800-973-6277. It’s our dime;
it’s your time -- ask as many questions as you want!
Think you have an excuse we’ve
never heard before? Check out our list of “Frequently Used Excuses”
here (http://www.mooseburger.com/camp/stopping.html). We dare you to come up with
a reason we haven’t answered yet. We know that once you’ve
been to Moose Camp, all the excuses just fly out the window!
While you’re at it, send
us an email with the subject “Moose Camp Info, please?” to info@mooseburger.com and we’ll send you a long letter
explaining what you need to know before coming to Moose Camp.
The letter has a packing list, schedule, travel arrangements, camp history,
and a lot more.
JULY
SALES:
To
help you keep your cool!
Remember to
use discount code “KEEPCOOL” to get these great deals!!
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Barrier Spray -
It acts as a seal between your skin and the clown make-up and the nose
glue. Make-up comes off easier, too! It is perfect for people with sensitive
skin. It can also be used to seal face painting designs and make-up
to keep from smudging.
Was $7.50, now $5.00 with any
$45.00 order.
No Sweat - A
liquid antiperspirant formula for use underneath make-up. A clear liquid
that applies easily with a sponge or cotton ball, this product retards
perspiration enabling you to get professional results with your make-up
application and performance. |
Was $8.00, now $5.50 with any
$45.00 order.
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Make-Up Remover
- You’ve tried the liquid removers. They are great until they leak
all over in your make-up kit or more of it runs down your arms than
goes on your face! Try the solid cream make-up remover from Mehron.
It melts the make-up off your face and is economical because there is
no waste. Try it and you will LOVE it! |
Reg. $6.00, now $5.00 with
any $45.00 purchase.
Free Bow Tie -
With ANY in-stock Bib or Collar purchase. When it is too hot to wear
a Vest, dress up your outfit with any of our Neck Bib or Collars and
get a FREE Mini Bow Tie. That’s a $10.00 savings! Choose from Mini
Bib, Regular Bib, Ladies Ruffled Collar, Mini Collar, Regular Collar,
Lou Jacobs Collar, or Ladies Ruffled Collar.
Add a pair of in-stock Clown
Cuffs and get FREE SHIPPING to boot!!
Summer special!
Buy any in-stock Wig, and get your Skullcap or Hood for HALF PRICE!
Why wear a Skullcap or Hood?
Most folks think putting something else on their head will make them
hotter. A skullcap actually COOLS YOU DOWN as it pulls the sweat off
your head and is absorbed into the cap. It keeps you wig in place and
hides any flyaway wisps of hair as well. A skullcap also keeps your
wig clean as it keeps the sweat and make-up from getting into the cap
of the wig. It is a win-win!
Details
Go
online to order: www.mooseburger.com
Call in your order:
800-973-6277 (or 320-963-6277 for our international friends)
Fax your order:
320-963-6692
Terms and Conditions of Sales:
- Free Shipping &
Handling offer on Clown Cuffs order is good on orders being shipped
to Canada and the US. Order will be shipped by U.S. Parcel Post
or First Class, depending on weight and destination. The Shipping &
Handling will still show up on your online order confirmation; sorry,
we cannot control that application online. However, rest assured
that the Shipping & Handling will be deducted from your total before
we process it. You will get an email titled “New Order from
PMO” with your correct total. All other orders with a discount
and paid Shipping & Handling will be shipped by our regular method.
- You have to type
the word “KEEPCOOL” in the Discount Code box at the end of your
online order, or write “KEEPCOOL” somewhere on your fax-in or mail-in
order, or tell the word “KEEPCOOL” to the Mooseburger Salesperson
on your phone-in order.
- Supplies are limited.
Discounts are good only on in-stock items. Please note: Just because
the item is displayed online does not mean it is in stock – all products
are displayed online regardless of immediate availability. We
try to update it everyday, but the site is not always 100% up to date
with current stock. If you have any concerns, then call us before
you place your order: 800-973-6277 or 320-963-6277.
Click here for our
Sales Page
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- Good on phone-in,
mail-in, fax-in, or online orders. Order must be placed during
the month of July. This offer is not retroactive.
Where
in the World is Pricilla?
Join me at the great events
listed below – stop by my booth and say “HI!” You can also keep
track of my
travel schedule online here
. See you on the road!
July 27 – August 1, 2010
Mooseburger Clown Arts
Camp
Location: Buffalo, MN
Website: http://www.mooseburger.com/camp/index.html
September 8 – 12, 2010
South East Clown Association Convention
Location: Jacksonville, FL
Website: www.southeastclownassoc.org
September 13 - 19, 2010
Clownfest
Location: Seaside Heights, NJ
Website: http://www.clownfest.com
September 29 - October 3, 2010
Midwest Clown Round-up
Location: LaPort, IN
Website: www.midwestclowns.net
Independence
Day means flags, family, food, and fireworks. But the day itself
represents something much deeper than that. From our family to yours,
have a very happy, safe, and patriotic Fourth of July!
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