Sentimental Times

Chapel on the Bowmer (founders) property and connected to PKRC

Baby Charlie's Burial site next to the Chapel - Charlie was Scott's cousin who died at 11 months. Baby Charlie had lived such a short life due to a heart ailment, but has impacted so many lives through PK. It was in Baby Charlie's name that Mr. and Mrs. Bowmer started a fishing camp, which grew into the Peaceable Kingdom Retreat for Children.

Bobbie Shae, me, Jackie (Scott's daughter), and Shilpa

Jackie, Laura, Shilpa, Leigh, Michelle, and Derek

Thursday night we ate dinner together at Scott's house before heading to the Chapel on the Bowmer property. Scott had us go around the room and give our reasoning for working at camp and what we hoped to get out of our summer here. It was a very emotional time for all, especially for those on staff who have been campers themselves at PK and those who have worked on staff before. Those who have worked on staff discussed the impact the kids at camp have had on their lives. It will be truly amazing to see kids with disabilities be in the "norm" for once and be able to participate in every challenging activity. This is what PK is all about! I am so excited to be a part of this family!! :)

Friday, we finished up the low ropes activities, which encourage team building (pictures below).

Me on the Pirate Ship

Low Rope Activity - The Pirate Ship

I did not take this picture (I was most likely hiding behind someone), but it turned out to be a beautiful picture! The spider and web were both massive.

I've spent a lot of time laying out the past couple of days (our days off). I've decided my favorite place on the property is the Broken Bridge area. It is gorgeous down there and the perfect place to relax with a book.

Entrance to the Broken Bridge area

Broken Bridge

Again Broken Bridge

This weekend was very relaxing for me...laid out quite a bit, played some volleyball with the crew (saw my first scorpion on the court, which Derek stepped on for me with his fake foot), and went on a nice run today.

BIG and EXCITING day tomorrow - first day of camp!! :) this week is Camp Teen Challenge for those with eye impairments.

I'm off to lead aerobics for the crew! Ta ta for now...