A Great Beginning

          What a great start to a great week. I loved seeing the kids become especially excited for camp when they saw their old counselors and friends at registration. After everyone got moved into their cabins and changed into their swimsuits, we headed to the pool for a much-needed swim; the temperature was already hitting the hundreds and everyone could use a dip. Water is a crucial part of camp. Not only is it a physical necessity, but also the pool plays such a great part in camp life. Week after week I read the evaluations from campers and every time I get a batch that say their favorite part of camp was swimming. It is such a great interaction time between campers, and campers with their counselors. There is something about unplanned playtime that sparks the inner personality of some campers.

            After we gobbled up our delicious spaghetti and meatballs (my favorite), we went into the activities building to play a few games before canteen. When John (our activities director) announced that we would be playing Ships and Sailors, an eruption of yells bounced off the walls of the building that had a tone of joy and excitement. Needless to say, it was a great game to play the first day.

            As the sun set, and so did the temperature (barely), we had a soothing chapel service filled with songs and calming embraces as we swayed back and forth to the music. In chapel, it is just so natural for us to stand up and put our hands around each other when we stand up to sing a song. To some, the idea of swaying to the music side by side might be a strange one, but I feel it shows others about how much we care about one another. As soon as we stand up we embrace shoulders, whether we have known you for ten years, or ten hours. The difference doesn’t matter, all that matters is that we hope you feel at home and welcome here at camp and that we would do anything for you. That’s it for now! I’ll be back tonight!

Love to all,

     Lena B.