Happy Thursday, friends! As I write this, my poor feet are aching from dancing the night away at another amazing Camp dance, but more on that later. Our day started with chocolate chip pancakes, sausage links, fruit, and more delicious muffins. This morning was a bit rainy, so morning groups switched up their locations in favor of spots that provided some cover. We discussed conflict and how we resolve it, as well as forgiveness. As groups headed toward the tent for lunch, the rain started to give way to a little bit of sunshine.
As if the amazing Camp Cody staff knew we had a big day ahead of us, they made spinach and sausage tortellini for lunch, making sure everyone had enough energy for Cabin Wars AND a dance. They also came in clutch with garlic bread. Our final day of Spree Time offered coloring, disc golf, juggling, siesta in the shade, and a second round of the popular Taylor Swift listening party.
In the hour before Cabin Wars was set to begin, cabins began to change into their outfits. Teams appeared dressed as M&M’s, different versions of Adam Sandler, characters from Monster’s Inc., bachelorettes, and more. Each team selected a “walk up” song to be introduced to. As each team entered the council ring, the excitement continued to grow.
The competition was fierce. Games included trash in my backyard, bucketball, sponge relay, tug-of-war, dizzy bat (back by popular demand), and a final relay featuring frisbee toss, pie-a-counselor, bean bag toss, and a super soapy slip-and-slide. Cabins Loon and Fox took the win, but only barely! The afternoon concluded with campers and staff taking turns on the slip-and-slide.
Dinner was fish and chips (in the form of potato wedges) and beef stroganoff. Chapel returned to the council ring after a few days under the tent, and John made up for it with lots of songs that encourage (or require) participation and dancing. Kelsey Fritz gave the Chapel message today, and shared a story about the importance of asking for help and being able to forgive yourself. Our seventh grade campers did a wonderful job assisting with worship!
As the sun set, campers and staff arrived at the soccer cage dressed in their finest formalwear ready to dance the night away. Tonight’s Victory Ball ran until 10:30 and DJ Tommy Tunes made sure to play some Camp classics like “Love Shack,” “Time of my Life,” and “The Yatta Song,” as well as newer hits and FOUR Taylor Swift songs. It was truly magical. When the music and dancing finally came to an end, John Fiander gave his Vespers message to a tired but captive audience. John drew comparisons from the song of the day to experiences he’s had in his life, and empowered us all to lead with confidence.
The rain seems to be behind us, and we’re looking forward to our final full day at beautiful Camp Cody tomorrow!
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