With camp less than 4 months away we have been so busy planning (especially for our Open House later this month on March 27th from 1PM-3PM at Barton College), that sometimes we need to take a little break to re-charge. Taking a few minutes to read letters from past campers is motivating for us and we hope motivating for you. One of our previous campers, Emily, shared these words:
Camp Shining Stars is like a family to me. Camp has definitely changed me for the better. For the past four summers I have packed my bags and headed off to Camp Shining Stars for the summer. The first year I didn’t really want to go, and my parents initiated my first camp experience. I told my mom, “I don’t want to go.” My mom told me I would enjoy camp, and that I would like the people there. I was very hesitant about going my first year, but now camp has become a part of my life. Every summer I insist on going to camp because I enjoy it so much! At camp I have made some of my closest friends, and I stay in touch with them through the year.
Camp is a place where I feel comfortable, relaxed, and appreciated. Not only did camp make me a healthier kid, but it made me feel better about myself. Camp made me feel confident about myself, and realize my importance in the world. Camp taught me how to eat healthy and exercise regularly. I learned I can eat anything I want if I plan for it. Camp has influenced me to keep dieting and exercising when I return home. Camp taught me how to manage and plan my meals. Over the past four years of camp I have lost a significant amount of weight. I have lost 26% of my total body weight.
Ira, the camp’s director, is like my summer dad, and I know I can rely on him for anything. Ira is very involved with the camp, and he participates in many of the activities. Ira always has fun and exciting activities planned for us, like trips to Kings Dominion. Camp is just a good atmosphere all around, and everyone gets along. It is a place where everyone fits in and feels loved.
Attending Ira’s weight loss camp is one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. The camp has a positive atmosphere and everyone gets along. Everyday of camp is fun and exciting, and camp starts to feel like one big family. Camp has turned me into an active teenager. When I first attended camp I hated exercising and it was difficult. But now, after attending camp, I love working out and I am a lot healthier. Camp Shining Stars has made me the person I am today.
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