Upon completion of your sabbatical, having read every Booker Prize recipient and NYT Best seller, mastered a second, third or fourth language, lowered your blood pressure by 20 points and slept more than you have since incubating in your Mother’s womb, you are ready to tackle your biggest challenge to date….employment. You can’t exactly update your Linked In account with... Read More
One would think that one trip to Club Fed was enough but you might be surprised to hear that there are those that return! Is it the college cafeteria inspired food? Perhaps a RO didn’t like cooking at home and prefers to be have three meals a day prepared for them? Is it the monochrome uniform? Perhaps a RO didn’t like... Read More
Outside of Friends of F there are also corporations supportive of the Crimson. A simple query will reveal those businesses that have ‘banned the box’ or welcome former members of Club Fed. Many opportunities reside in the Hospitality and Construction industries and, thinking outside of the box: Dave’s Killer Breads daveskillerbread.com It’s Founder, Dave Dahl (a Crimson Crony), started the company in 2005 and... Read More
The Scarlet F extends beyond the individual. Families and Friends of Felons (FFs) are branded as well and feel the burden of knowing/being related to a WCC . There is an audible gasp when FFs enter their Country Club or local restaurant. Heads turn followed by muted whispers. Invitations to parties and sports events decrease dramatically (social staples for WCCs).... Read More
After childhood camp expeditions you were eager to share your experiences while being inundated with questions from your friends and family who wanted to hear all about your escapades. Your interactions post Club Fed will be markedly different. Polite people will shy away from asking about your time apart. Those that lack good manners will be less subtle and the acquaintances... Read More
If you thought you had a powerful social network before sabbatical get prepared for an entirely new spectrum of associates. Bonds formed at Club Fed are stronger than those fostered over years of social gatherings and activities. This includes the vows taken at your clandestine Ivy League club or the inseverable Greek ties formed at your Fraternity/Sorority. You will be able... Read More
Whether a member of the Sisterhood (Scarlet Sorority) or Brotherhood (Felon Fraternity) you will find that this network is extensive and can be as supportive as your Undergraduate Greek Sisters/Brothers. Alumni of Club Fed have a shared experience, not unlike your Greek days, and the camaraderie extends beyond race, religion, and socio-economic level. Why not consider opening a Food Truck with... Read More
How does one introduce their new Scarlet Sister or Fraternal Felon? The Scarlet F is not branded on one’s head nor is it emblazoned on one’s shirt pocket. “I’d like to introduce you to Donna, we met at (fill in the Club Fed blank)”….not exactly like your previous introductions….”Bitsy and I met on holiday in Capri while snorkeling in the Blue... Read More
As a tried and true WCC you have most likely been in at least one committed relationship throughout your life. You may or may not be currently married but you are traditional in the sense that you believe in one partner (at a time) and marriage. Well, at Club Fed you are going to come into contact with sojourners that... Read More
Get ready to expand your vocabulary at Club Fed. You may learn a few new words that haven’t made it to the OED (yet). Bulldagging Girl on girl action, need I say more? Call Out Mon-Fri a “Call Out” sheet is delivered along with the mail. This sheet lists all of the various classes, programs, medical appointments, etc. for everyone at Club Fed.... Read More