Tuesday's Tip

Can you believe summer is just around the corner?! I know we can't believe it at Mama Henley's house. Before we know it, we'll be headed back to Camp Greystone! Oh, how we love that place! I love helping give first-time camp mamas some helpful hints. One thing I always try to remember to do on Opening Day is to carry a Sharpie black marker in my pocket or pocketbook. You never know when you'll need to put a name on a book, pillow case, or new pair of socks that you inadvertently forgot to mark. Plus,you may go to the Shoppe and buy your little darling a camp blanket or water bottle, and she'll need her name on those too! So, as you prepare to embark on your little one's camp journey, pack a Sharpie marker in your purse!

How do you pack for camp?

How do you pack for camp? We use the extra large LL Bean Adventure Duffle with wheels. They are nice and roomy and easy to transport. I wrote about them one year at Christmas, but they are now our go-to camp bags. They are large enough to fit everything except for a pillow. They held all of our clothes and towels for 8 days at camp. We like the duffles because they can be flattened for storage. You may also need a LL Bean tote if your child was staying for 2 or more weeks and needed a 10 day supply of clothes plus extras. You can order one here. Go for a big one!

C&N Footlockers sell everything you need for camp... even towels! Personally I love the lilac trunk, but you can create your own and even make it multi-colored!!

The large trunk is $199.99 but I have heard they are so sturdy that they really do last a lifetime.



Other parents pack in large rubbermaid containers, such as the Durabull Industrial Toolbox. They are sold at Walmart for about $41, which makes them them the most economical option.

Thankfully there are several great options. How do you pack for camp?

CAMP!

I'm at camp this week teaching Cooking. As you can imagine, that has left NO time for blogging!!! We are having the best week ever. I am reminded that putting others first always is best, God always feels close to me in these mountains, and seeing little girls smile is priceless. If your son or daughter has the chance to go to camp, send them!!! Camp Greystone is an AMAZING camp for girls. It truly does get better every year!!! Happy Summer!
I'll be back soon with more posts!