Fun at Camp Sunshine

G.G. got to spend a lovely four days with Elizabeth, Anthony and Lucy at Camp Sunshine on Sebago Lake in Casco, Maine.  This was the kids' second year and they were so excited to arrive and see their old friends, counselors and volunteers.  Camp Sunshine is a very special place and we were attending Solid Organ Transplant Week.

We spent the days in indoor and outdoor activities (one rainy day, but there is SO much to do, it flew by just like the rest!)  Great food, a comfy family suite, swimming, boating, giant chess, monkey bars, parties, entertainment, and on and on.

Anthony, who had planned to be Sheriff Woody for the costume party, went to pick out a costume for Mom and found...Buzz Lightyear!  So, Lucy was Woody and Anthony never took off his costume except once when it was washed until the day we left.

Thanks to Ben, Rebecca, Sameeta, Kristin, Norm and all the countless volunteers who made our stay so happy.

And Elizabeth!  I think this is her year of physicality - she's running, working out and was eager to do the Camp Sunshine Challenge Course.  After some practice walking and balancing on wires, she was the first in the group to try the 30 foot wire!  I could hardly believe it, but there she was - strong, brave and beautiful!

The final evening is the Wish Boat ceremony.  All the kids make wooden boats, then launch them in the pond with lighted candles and make their wish.  It's a wonderful way to celebrate their health and happiness with each other and their families.