The 14th Annual HIT THE BEACH Day at North Beach in Hampton, NH. Friday August 26th, 2022.
Where we take members of the WOUNDED WARRIOR PROJECT, The Manchester NH VA, and
NEDS (New England Disabled Sports) and introduce them to Surfing. Essentially having a fun day
at the beach for the disabled and their families.
Sponsored by American Legion POST 35, Cinnamon Rainbows Surf Company, Summer Sessions,
Fresh Valley Foods, RPOTW, and SFOD. Special thanks to Sheila Nudd, Tony Berardini, Kevin Grondin,
and Lenny Nichols. A HUGE Thank you to all the volunteers.
You guys are the absolute best.
Video and edit by Ralph G. Fatello, with drone footage by Martha Lardent, and additional video by Max Fatello.
Music is by my old band SEMPER FI.
They are all original songs that I wrote. *RED, WHITE, AND BLUE, *AMERICA,
and **DON'T GIVE UP. Ironically, they are all about war, and the lingering affects of war.
*Produced by David Robinson of the CARS.
** Produced by Ralph Fatello and engineered by Rich Appel.
Thank you photographers, Brian Nevins, Cory Fatello, and Shelly Berardini.
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September 4th, 2022 The RUN is 0 out of 0 Weeks.
Waist high or better at least once a week.
There were no waist high waves last week
THE RECORD FOR THE MOST CONSECUTIVE WEEKS IN A ROW FOR WAIST HIGH OR BETTER. August 8th, 2021 was 53 WEEKS! TOPPING THE 43 CONSECUTIVE WEEKS SET IN 2009!
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GO FUND ME PAGE Launched for
CINNAMON RAINBOWS SURF COMPANY.
30 YEARS OF SURF FAMILY ROBINSON!
GWOT REDEDICATION on 9-11-22.
RIP ARTIE WARDLE.
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CINNAMON RAINBOWS SURF COMPANY
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There’s nothing scarier than a fire. We all watch fires on the news almost every week. And unless it directly involves you, it’s just a 3-5 minute news story, before it’s onto the next story.
But when it happens to someone you love?
Well, that’s a whole different story. Thank God nobody was hurt on Friday August 19th, 2022 when a fire swept through Cinnamon Rainbows, North Beach Bar & Grille, and Secret Spot. Cinnamon Rainbows lost their ENTIRE inventory (excluding boards and wetsuits) to smoke damage, and has been closed ever since. The lingering after effects of the fire have caused so much stress and upheaval in the Cinnamon Rainbows community.
With their entire inventory lost due to severe smoke damage, and with no electricity and power, they have been operating sporadically outside under tents. There is, however, light at the end of the tunnel. They will find temporary housing for the shop sometime in October. Until then, the immediate shut down of what we are all so used to in the community is a painful loss.
The staff has lost wages and there’s no way to continue in the limited
capacity they are dealing with working outside.
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So many people have reached out asking what they can do to help. It’s been overwhelming how many people have wanted to do something. It’s no secret that Cinnamon Rainbows plays a major role in our seacoast community. Without Cinnamon Rainbows there would be no Surfing With Smiles. Without Cinnamon Rainbows there would be no Wounded Warriors/ Hit The Beach Day. And it’s certainly no secret that Dave Cropper is one of the nicest people in all of the seacoast. Heck, he’s one of the nicest people on the whole planet.
And the last thing he and Heather want to do, is ask for help. That’s not who they are. And that’s exactly why we’re going to do it for them. It’s time we helped them.
Whatever you can donate to help Cinnamon Rainbows get through this down time, would be greatly appreciated. They will be back in a temporary location soon. Until they are back permanently on the beach, Dave, Heather, Phil, and Caroline and the rest of the staff at CR could use your help. I know I’m not alone when I say, let’s lend them a hand. The way they have helped so many of us before this fire hit. Because, they have earned our love, and our respect.
And you all know, that once they are back in business to their fullest capacity, they will be helping others just like they have in the past. Let us all help them today. Whatever you can afford will go a long way in helping the good people at Cinnamon Rainbows. Thank you.
With much Love and Respect,
Ralph G. Fatello
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The 30th ANNIVERSARY SURF FAMILY ROBINSON BEACH PARTY HAS COME AND GONE.
And while it is 30 years since i started this party, it's really only the 29th actual SFR due to COVID. We had to shut down in 2020. Along with the rest of the world.
So next year will be the 30th gathering. You guys following me here?
I shot a bunch of photos and they are down in the gallery section. It's funny, I made
a causal observance as I walked around the SFR camp. I only knew about 10% of the kids who were in attendance. My own grandchildren and a few others. And that made me feel good, that the magic of SFR lives on.
The man who plays PIRATE JONAS was only a year old when we had the very first one.
And now he's terrifying young children and making all the moms and dads chuckle at the absurd battle between Pirate Jonas and Captain Duffy. The magic still lives as does the absurdity of my silly Silver Dollar Treasure maps.
Pirate Jonas showed up again looking for his treasure map and his dog "STINKY". Not to mention his nemesis Capt Vince with whom he has a
lifelong feud with. .
The battle between good and evil is always a crowd pleaser. The kids love it as do the parents. And next year there's going to be TWICE the action. So you'll just have to tune in to 2023 for the epic battle.
Until then, May the spirit of SURF FAMILY ROBINSON live in your hearts and minds until next Labor Day Weekend.
"SURF FAMILY ROBINSON HEALS ALL WOUNDS."
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From the Ed O'Connell galleries. His name is Phillip and he's from England. I don't remember much more about this guy. But I know that Ed was always going to England. So he must have made that connection. August 2008. Photo by Ed O'Connell
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NOW FOR SOME LOCAL AND NATIONAL NEWS
The annual GWOT SEPTEMBER 11th Observance that I started in 2006 is adding two more names to our sacred monument. This is always a somber day for our country and it's always been a well received gathering since the very first one. With the adding of two names and a remembrance of not only what happened that day, but the war that followed 9/11.
The war that I'm afraid will never end. The war on Terror is forever.
I strongly believe that there are terrorists who have not been born yet, that our children and grandchildren will be fighting. That seething hate they have for us, will always be there. No matter what party is sitting in the White House. Thank God both parties are on the same page when it comes to fighting terrorism.
KSM Photoshop of the Week
Speaking of 9-11. The man who came up with flying airplanes into buildings, Ole Khaliddy Sheik Mohammed is not happy with these recent heat waves. KSM has filed a complaint with the maintenance department at GITMO. I guess he and his camels along with his goats have AC issues. Not that anyone really gives a rats ass about them. But the Sheik feels that his celebrity status at GITMO is more deserving of something more than an old window fan. The guards however feel differently. Think about how hot that burning jet fuel was, when it hit the towers on 9-11-01.
Sorry Sheik, you the goats, and the camels are gonna have to suck it up until winter.
And so my friends, please take advantage of this weekly photo shop of the mastermind who planned 9-11 and resulted in the deaths of 3,000 innocent civilians by KSM (Khalid Sheik Mohammed).
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Summer does not officially end until 9-21-22.
REST IN PEACE ARTHUR WARDLE
Artie and Mickey were our next door neighbors for 31 years. Cory and I, and our three children Gabby, Max, and Noelle grew up in Hampton and had the distinct pleasure of having Artie be the very first Santa Claus they ever met in their lives. And he was absolutely wonderful. Albeit, he was always a little on the thin side for Santa, but, he more than made up for his lack of padding, with his great sense of humor.
The thin Santa Claus with a New York accent.
And when I was Commander for 13 years at the American Legion Post 35 in Hampton, Artie always marched in the Memorial day parade in his original uniform. He was so proud of his service. And being a fellow Vietnam vet we had much in common, and we would speak about the war in private or with other Vietnam vets. I can still see him stepping off in his original uniform. High stepping his way through town.
Heck, I can still see Artie and Mickey walking all over town. I used to feel guilty driving by them, because they would walk everywhere.
I know your faith is deep. So I am sure he is with Jimmy and Linda today. And I believe that you will all be together again in heaven.
Thank you Artie for all the laughs over the years. You were a good man, who served your country in war, and again at HPD. They don't make them like you anymore Artie.
Rest easy old friend, and May God continue to watch over your loved ones.
Ralph & Cory Fatello
HAPPY BIRTHDAY Jaiden Ciarmataro September 4th, 2022!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY Max Fatello September 14th, 2022!
REST IN PEACE Jack Kelly longtime friend and fan.
REST IN PEACE Jim Harold. 1943-2022
REST IN PEACE Robin Rowell 1953 -2022
GET WELL SOON Ryan Jackson NH2O!
PLEASE keep Kim Grondin in your thoughts and prayers.
Please keep local surfer Mike Keefe in your thoughts and prayers in the next few months during his treatments. Hang in there Mike!
Please keep local Surfer/Musician Pete Kowalski in your thoughts and prayers. SURFING HEALS ALL WOUNDS!
Please Keep local surfer Bill M. in your thoughts and prayers.
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Yesterday- THE VERY FIRST SURF FAMILY ROBINSON.
30 Years Ago this Labor day Weekend.
(Below) The very first one was just a handful of surfers and their kids. I ran this party for 25 years before handing it over to Duffy McCarthy the last 5 years. *Actually the last 4 years, we had to take a year off due to the pandemic. I'm happy to report that 30 years later, the magic of SURF FAMILY ROBINSON lives on. Every Labor Day Weekend End Since 1992.
Photo courtesy of Ralph and Cory Fatello
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I started on July 26th, 2010 and ended on July 26th, 2011.
Some rainy Sunday, pour yourself a cup and go through the journal.
Pay close attention to the month of May in 2011. Read that month and let me know what you think of that. Be forewarned it will change you forever.
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Today- REVISITING HURRICANE LARRY. One Year Ago this coming weekend. September 10th, 11th, and 12th, 2021.
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(Above) Good morning Larry. HURRICANE LARRY
September 10th, 11th, & 12th, 2021 Photo by RALPH
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(Above) Kainalu Nichols was home with the whole Nichols Ohana
HURRICANE LARRY September 10th, 11th, & 12th, 2021
Photo by RALPH
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(Above) The swell came up nice and slowly and hung around for 3 days. HURRICANE LARRY September 10th, 11th, & 12th, 2021
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(Above) Mackey V grabbing a rail and hauling ass down the line. HURRICANE LARRY September 10th, 11th, & 12th, 2021
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(Above) Kody Grondin slamming on the brakes during the peak of HURRICANE LARRY September 10th, 11th, & 12th, 2021
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(Above) This man is closer to 7' than most of us are to 6'. Cam MacLeod. HURRICANE LARRY September 10th, 11th, & 12th, 2021
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(Above) Mike Stanek builds the boards he rips on. HURRICANE LARRY September 10th, 11th, & 12th, 2021 Photo by RALPH
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(Above) I miss this man. Kainalu Nichols cut his teeth on these local reefs
and points. HURRICANE LARRY September 10th, 11th, & 12th, 2021
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(Above) This is Kainalu again. He was killing it this swell.
HURRICANE LARRY September 10th, 11th, & 12th, 2021
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(Above) The hype lived up to it's name, HURRICANE LARRY.
September 10th, 11th, & 12th, 2021
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(Above) The photos don't lie. HURRICANE LARRY.
September 10th, 11th, & 12th, 2021
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(Above) This is Stevie O'Hara. HURRICANE LARRY.
September 10th, 11th, & 12th, 2021
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(Above) This was one of my favorite pics f this swell. HURRICANE LARRY.
September 10th, 11th, & 12th, 2021 Photo by RALPH
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(Above) My friend Brian lives for this spot. HURRICANE LARRY.
September 10th, 11th, & 12th, 2021 Photo by RALPH
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(Above) This is Ken Linseman on Day 3 of HURRICANE LARRY.
September 10th, 11th, & 12th, 2021 Photo by RALPH
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(Above) The boulder on the right is one of the most iconic boulders on the coast. HURRICANE LARRY. September 10th, 11th, & 12th, 2021
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(Above) The waves. It's always about the waves to me. HURRICANE LARRY.
September 10th, 11th, & 12th, 2021 Photo by RALPH
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(Above) The unridden realm. Short and violent, but oh so sweet. HURRICANE LARRY. September 10th, 11th, & 12th, 2021
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(Above) Take a good long look at this Larry wave. HURRICANE LARRY.
September 10th, 11th, & 12th, 2021 Photo by RALPH
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(Above) This is Matt Colby on the last day of HURRICANE LARRY.
September 10th, 11th, & 12th, 2021 Photo by RALPH
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Today- The 30th ANNUAL SURF FAMILY ROBINSON.
Saturday September 3rd, 2022. Photos by RALPH
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