Kampout

The kids had a wonderful time at Kanakuk Kampout (June 29-July 3).  Alexee went with a few new friends last year, and she told the boys how much fun it was so they all wanted to go this summer.

First day--ready to go!

This was the first afternoon when I picked them up--they'd had a great first day (but they were so tired!)

We went to get ice cream one afternoon after Kamp.

I wish I had more pictures of all the fun things they did while they were there, but I found a few on the Facebook page:

Rhett playing 4-Square, Alexee with her sweet counselor and "Coach" (Take state, y'all!)--they thought he was funny!

Parents are invited to the closing ceremony on Friday afternoon.  The kids split into their small groups and their counselors give each camper a character award and ribbon.  It's really sweet and encouraging.

• Crosby's characteristics:  meek & good-natured, and he received the Heart Award/Loving ribbon.  His verse was "God sees not as man sees.  The Lord looks upon the heart."  1 Samuel 16:7
• Alexee's characteristics:  listener & selfless, and she received the Barnabas/Encourager ribbon.  Her verse was "Therefore, encourage one another, build one another up."  1 Thessalonians 5:11
• Rhett's characteristics were friendly and agreeable, and he received the 110%/Excellent Attitude and Effort ribbon.  His verse was "Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord and not for men."  Colossians 3:23

Three of my favorite verses!  It is my prayer that God will continue to develop these characteristics in them.  Such a great week.  They all think they might be ready to go to the overnight Kamp for a week next year!