Before I get into the details of camp dropoff,, I lead off with a photo that captures the very essence of how Jack's feels about getting his picture taken after he has stubbed his toe and needs medical attention on the counter. He doesn't know I posted this. heehee 
On to Lutheran Camp on Petit Jean Mountain....registration was today between 4:00 and 5:00pm. We arrived on site about 3:45. The Smothers pulled in behind us, so Pete got out to let them know that the gate would be open at 4:00 after the camp's final staff meeting. Pete also had to tell them that they had a flat tire - the air was hissing out of it while he was talking to them. So, Pete and Will changed yet another flat tire together. (you might remember that when we all went to Bentonville for Ashton's wedding, we were the ones with the flat tire.) We checked in and Gracie and Madison both had their fingers crossed that they would be in the same cabin. Gracie was first - Hickory. Then they called out Madison - Hickory! Those two girls grabbed hands and jumped around and squealed like they won the lottery! We proceeded to sign up for the camp photo DVD and a T-shirt. Then we headed to unpack the cars and start making bunks. Gray and MadDog both chose a top bunk next to each other so they could talk at night. If you look closely in this picture, the girls' bunks are lined up along the right side wall, the two counselor bunks are on the left next to where Will is standing, and to the left of Pete is a little lounge area with two couches for meetings and devotions. The bathroom is actually IN the cabin (bonus) and is straight back behind Toni - two stalls, two sinks, and three showers. No A/C, but there were several ceiling fans, several window fans, and every camper brings a clip on fan for their bunk. Luckily, we are also having a cool spell this week! 
Four happy kids on the top of Gracie's bed - I am sure Riley will go next year!
On the porch of Hickory. 
The front of Hickory. 
Making bunk nametags. The counselor on the left in the blue shirt is Krylon - apparently she had a run-in with a can of spray paint, which earned her that nickname. Hickory's other counselor is Strawberry. Gracie was very excited and I could tell she was ready for us to leave and let her get her 'camp on.' Please pray that she has a super week!
Pete leaves tomorrow for New Jersey, so it is Jack and me for a couple of days...D
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Deidre and I went to college with camp director Chris Lawenz (sp) and his wife Denise.
Yeah, we mentioned that when we registered her. He seemed very excited to know the connection and asked about you guys!
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