For most people, January 1st marks a fresh start. It's a time for new year's resolutions and starting over. For me, my year is more summer to summer. Maybe it's the teacher in me that likes the fresh start at the beginning of the school year. More specifically though, it's from one week of Camp Discovery to the following the next summer.
It's my refresh button.
Going to Camp Discovery has now been my summer tradition for eight summers. I have served as the Arts and Crafts Director since I was pregnant with Maggie. I'm not particularly crafty or artistic, but I can run the room and help the kids make some cool projects. I love it. I'll be honest--I have the cushiest job at camp. I get to be in an air conditioned room all day. I see all cabins and visit with all the kids throughout the week. I don't sleep in a cabin bunkhouse with kids and I don't have a lot of stress. The arts and crafts people work really hard and we help out throughout the week with other things such as running a game during night activities or being on the clean up crew for most nights. It's the best.
Each year, it's a reality check. Life has been tough for me in various ways, but it's NOTHING in comparison to what some of these kids have been through. I feel like I've focused more on my stress lately. There has been plenty, but truthfully, I can't complain.
I have my health. My children are healthy and happy. They're thriving. I have a great career. I have love. I have strong friendships that I appreciate. My mother, grandmother, and brother are a source of strength, comfort, and support.
The button has been pressed. REFRESH
9 comments:
I just wanted to say thank you for doing this. My best friend's daughter is fighting leukemia right now, and just came home from a week of camp in Illinois (where they live). She had THE BEST time there, and it was all due to people like yourself who volunteer their time. She came home with stories and crafts and memories that will last a lifetime.
I admire you and your strength in giving back to the kids each and every summer! It's so wonderful that even after your struggles, you manage to find the time to count your blessings!
I leave for Camp Agape Saturday. I CANNOT wait. I have been director of nursing for 16 years. I am so excited. Thanks Jenny for dong this for families. I so wish you had the chance to attend as mommy to Allie. I so wish she had grown up with you. I am so sorry she is gone. But you honor her so beautifully with the big, bright happy life you live!
Where is the like button? I'm glad you are feeling refreshed, what a good outlook on life.
It's hard to believe you have been going there for 8 years...how the time flies. Awesome restart button for sure!
We live in Kerrville now, so if you need anything, just holler! (o:
do you still talk to the twins mom you know sam's mom? I was just wondering how they are
Funny Mimi should mention the twins, I often think of how Sam is doing.
my friend just had a baby in feb and she came by walking the other day and her baby was cinging tight to a SOFIE GIRAFEE!!!! i asked her if she knew the story behind sofie...she didnt....i filled her in through the tears remembering allie and spreading her legacy! think of u often!
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