Well, we are home from camp...and worn out! This weekend was so much fun for Samantha and for us as a family. We got to see Sam experience so much and take joy in her excitement. We arrived Friday afternoon and checked into our lodge. The rooms had bunk beds and Sam had a blast going from bed to bed (6 in all) trying them each out. Figures, she ended up sleeping with me the 1st night. We got to meet our designated councilor, Rachel, and she was so nice. She spent the weekend with us during different activities. She's also a lifeguard at the camp. We had dinner and explored the camp before turning in for the night.
Saturday morning we hit the ground running. After breakfast we headed to the stables and Samantha got to ride a horse. She loved it! I was really nervous that she would change her mind about it once up close and ready to saddle up. She took off and left mommy and daddy in the dust! Matt and I marveled at how independent she was about it all.
After horses we went and did some arts and crafts, bowling, swimming, lunch, nap, egg hunt, dinner, more swimming, and movie time. The events were structured yet we were able to choose our activity during set hours. It was nice to have the freedom to choose, and the ability to give Sam the choice.
Sunday we met up for breakfast and then went back over to the arts and crafts center. Sam jammed on the drums a bit and ran about playing. Then it was time for the closing slide show and to say good bye.
All in all it was an amazing weekend! We met other parents from all over who were full of insight and information. It was great to have the quiet understanding among all of us when one of our little ones got over stimulated or rowdy. There were no looks of annoyance, or embarrassment. There was just compassion, fun, and new friends! We'll be going back for sure!
I would go everytime they offer this if I were you. Sounds like a great program.
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