It’s hard not to get a little sentimental during tonight’s evening program, and I was caught off guard tonight when I got a lump in my throat several times during the Slide Show. I have to set the scene cause it’s hard not to picture grandma’s vacation slides when I say, “slide show.” This was … Continued
Sleigh bells were ringing and carols were singing on this balmy summer day in the Carolinas! It was Christmas in July! Reds and greens were the colors of the day and Christmas cheer was every where. Christmas is definitely my favorite holiday…largely because of the strong tradition of family gatherings in our clan. Christmas has … Continued
I do know that the Mamas and Papas were singing about Mondays, but today fulfilled my fantasy of what an Illahee Sunday should be. I’ve been whining the last couple of Sundays because we pack so much into each morning…cabin photos…individual portraits…a big Sunday lunch, and a special event afterwards. Then, there’s the cook-out and … Continued
Here’s a business philosophy that can apply to most situations…if you can, try to say “yes.” That’s something that Laurie and I try to live by running camp, and you’d be surprised at how often we surprise those doing the asking. At first blush, you might think that we’d get taken advantage of…but I guess … Continued
The temperature was a lot cooler today, and we were back to the lower humidity that mountain weather usually brings. There was a collective sigh of relief from the (gasp!) two days of heat and high humidity that we’ve had. Sorry, flatlanders…I know it’s still hot there. We are settling into camp again with our … Continued
A great big welcome to all of our Mini 2 families! Hopefully, by now you have found a picture of your camper already having a big booming time with her cabinmates. There is a lot that goes on in our photo galleries, and I encourage you to “tag” your camper when you find her. We … Continued
The monsoons came today, and I’m about to call “uncle.” It’s not that it’s even interfering with activities that much, but the short spells that they are coming, it is POURING! Our poor maintenance crew fixed one of our lingering problem spots 3 times today. The steps across from the office leads up to weaving … Continued
So much is going on, it’s hard to imagine that we are sending 75 girls home tomorrow, many of whom have had their first amazing Illahee experience. Almost 200 are staying put for the full four-week session, and we have some special treats in store for them over the change-over weekend. These two weeks, marking … Continued
“The 7th grade hike is the BEST day ever!” Hopefully, every day at camp touches girls with a similar sentiment. Each session, I take several all-day trips with rising seventh graders on what has come to be known as “cabin adventures.” I have a staple hike that is just so stunning that every Illahee girl … Continued
Happy Fourth! Wherever you spent yours, I can’t imagine that you had half the fun that we did at camp. I felt a little like a one-armed paper hanger…there was so much to do, especially this evening. The day started with the “British Are Coming” wake-up call as the riding staff rode up and down … Continued
