Here we go with week 2 ...

I know I'm a little late with the posting but after reading all of the other mentors posts I pretty much agree with everything that they have already said. As the so-called and short lived"honeymoon" period comes to an end it seems that we are truly getting to know these kids.  Each of the individual campers brings their own unique mixture of strengths as well as challenges (some more than others) to the camp. Every little step forward makes all the struggles and drama worthwhile. 

I was particularly excited during the field trip on Friday, when I felt that Wilson actually opened up to me a little. I took the initiative to sit with him on the bus. Towards the beginning of the day the conversation was a little strained, mainly consisting of me asking questions and him responding. However after a couple of bus rides together and some quality time on the playground he started freely offering up information on our final bus ride home. I really look forward to more of these little successes in the future. Keep up the good work guys ... remember to keep smiling and bring on the drama!!