asked friends to keep us in 
their prayers for a successful 
week of Tiger Camp. Now, 
reflecting on almost two 
months, this was truly the 
best thing that could have 
happened to the boy.
He made friends, learned 
new skills, was surrounded by 
teachers who absolutely loved 
him and began socializing 
(and picking up a few habits 
I’d rather he hadn’t) so much 
so that he looked forward to 
coming to camp and being 
embraced by Ms. Tracey or 
Ms. Shelley (true story!).
My three biggest 
takeaways from the past few 
months: 

1) Change is good. It should 
be embraced and welcomed. 
2) You’re not reinventing the 
wheel. Seek help and guidance 
from people who have done it 

before. 
3) Cherish the time and 
experience. Enjoy every 
moment of the bumpy ride, 
since this is very much only 
the beginning of the journey 
called parenting.
In case you were wondering, 
we were able to secure an 
incredible full-time setup 
for the new year with a new 
school in Royal Oak where 
the three covenants we believe 
in are at the core — love 
unconditionally, keep the boy 
safe and well, feed him and be 
flexible with us. 
I would argue that nothing 
speaks to Jewish values more 
than the above.
Good luck to all other 
pandemic, first-time parents 
out there as we start the new 
school year. Thank you to all 
teachers who are committed 

to our children’s (and parents’) 
success and integration. 
For us, Temple Beth El ECC 
was our home away from 
home for the summer and 
the best thing that happened 

to the little dude. You are all 
truly amazing. 

Shimon G. Levy is a COO consultant 

and the principal of SGL Acquisitions. 

He has been proudly calling Detroit 

home since 2015.

28 | SEPTEMBER 29 • 2022 

Eli and the 
best Ms. 
Shelley

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