Camp Walden Solo
Hadley went to Camp Walden on her own for four days. This felt like a big milestone for an 8 year old and a mommy of an 8 year old.
We were only home for four days and then she was off to Walden for four days.
I cried as she got on the bus, Easton said "this is sad right mommy?"
While she was excited all summer about doing this on her own, she had changed her mind about going that week. However, she went and it sounded like she had a good time. She was ever so grateful to be home though.
I think she didn't want to miss out on what we were doing (which wasn't much as we just needed some time at home). We had been in close proximity for most of July, so this separation felt long for me, so I can imagine how it felt for her.
The camp sent an email letting us know that she had arrived, she passed her swim test and went to bed easily on the first day. Then, we didn't hear anything until we saw her get off the bus four days later. It was the most magical love when she returned! She missed us! We missed her! I think I had a 24 hour conversation with God going on.
I am thankful she is home and thankful she had the experience.