You weren't kidding, Cathy...

I cannot believe that the first week of camp has come and gone already.  It's almost hard to remember how nervous I was before meeting the kids at orientation last Friday because it feels like so much has happened in a little over a week.  As it turns out, Cathy wasn't lying to us when she mentioned that this particular summer job may have a few challenges that other jobs don't come with.  The kids certainly do their best to keep each and every moment of camp exciting to say the least.  That said, however, Cathy was so right when she said we would have a lot of fun with these guys.  I can't think of a job where I've had more fun in my first week of working.  It has been an incredible experience getting to know the kids in just a week's time and seeing how they are so eager to respond to us.  I am amazed at how accepting of us the kids are, and I'm surprised at their acceptance of each other (though, of course, they don't all get along all of the time).  If anything, this week has taught me how important it is to stay on my toes and expect anything and everything.  As mentors, we might be technically in charge of this camp, but we're at the mercy of these boys and girls, so regardless of what we have planned, I can't wait to see what the kids have in store for us this week.