CEM Summer Camp - June 26th thru July 2nd

Last year I went to camp thinking that it would be my last year as a camper. I changed my mind and decided to go again this summer.

I went to camp last week thinking - once again - that it would be my last year. Now I plan on attending again next year. :-)

The good: Camp was great this year. I had a lot of fun; I slept very little; I learned a bunch about myself, not to mention others; I had some truly fantastic conversations with my good friend Amy, as well as my wonderful aunt, Lisa; I was stretched; I was able to bless others and help them through their first year at camp; and God spoke to me in unique ways during the week that I will never forget. All in all, it was a fabulous week. And it wouldn't have been nearly as enjoyable as it was if it wasn't for certain people who made it so - namely my Aunt Lisa and Uncle Chris, and my friends, Amy and Lauren. Thanks guys!! I can't wait to go back next year.

The bad: By the time I got home on the 2nd, I was completely physically and emotionally exhausted. While I had a great time at camp, it certainly wasn't without its challenges. As a young woman, it seems as though my emotions sometimes tie me up, lock me in a truck, and drive away.... *lol* I also give into worry far more often than is good for my health. It seems like I've been constantly weighed down with worry this past week and a half. *reminds self that control is an illusion* Anyway, God has been working with me lately in the area of trust; it often seems that my lesson in this area is never learned - at least not fully. *sigh* I'm so thankful that our Father is patient and slow to anger.