I can do anything for 48 hours

"I can do anything for 48 hours." This is what I told myself when I agreed to be camp nurse for up to 125 1st-3rd graders this week. I was honored by the fact that a family friend thought I'd be good for the job and had told the camp director to holler at me. Growing up, I went to camp in Minnesota. Being the little diva that I was, I spent a lot of time in the infirmary. You get pampered in the infirmary. You also avoid things you may not want to do. It also helps if your mom is the camp nurse. Anyway, I had a fairly good idea of what camp nursing entailed. On the other hand, I had no idea what to expect. I was going somewhere I'd never been with people I'd never met. But I can do anything for 48 hours. 

When I got to camp, I soon found out that I had a partner in crime. Fantastic. I was also immediately welcomed and treated like family. I felt like I'd known these people my whole life. This is what is so great about Oklahoma. The people are wonderful. Then you get to talking, and you find all these connections. It's crazy. 

As it turned out, there were just about 85 campers, and they were pretty easy going. The director and staff do a great job of keeping the kiddos busy and entertained, so they don't have time to think about being homesick. Really, the kids were great. No problem. Turns out, my real challenge was critters. Short story--I can now kill spiders like a boss. I'm very proficient. I am also a baby scorpion slayer. I think my Combat workout has proven itself useful. 




















Possibly more impressive than my new-found killing abilities...my packing skills. In the picture, you will notice that I took a carry-on suitcase. Yes, carry-on. Included items: jeans, sweats, shorts, pjs, 3 tops, a rain jacket, travel fan, towel and washcloth, twin bedding, a pair of shoes, and toiletries. Still probably more than I needed. As I packed this, I wondered what in the world I ever took on youth group retreats. Because, for less than 48 hours, I would pack a 30" upright and a large duffle. Seriously. To the guys that had to load the trailer, and the ones I recruited to carry my bags to my cabin--thanks for putting up with that. I have changed my ways.

Bottom line, I had a good time and met some great people. I am glad to be home to my plush bed with no spiders or scorpions.