A Whole Lot of Fun and Cheesesteaks

The day started off well with the St. Anne's Aviation Academy. Many junior pilots created their own aircrafts and took to the sky over Philadelphia (see our video!). With fewer crafts and more games to play, we are finally starting to see the connection with all of our wonderful campers. They are all starting to work together and are learning to cooperate with rules and behavior. With cards in hand, memory and other card games became a big hit with all of the kids, along with us too!

Little kids in Bright Space (2-5 years old) made felt t-shirts and had tons of fun playing and hanging out on the playground outside. In the afternoon they went to the playground again, except with a different plan in mind. The little kids ended up in the pool with Scott and Kami included in the water fight. While the little ones were getting wet, the older ones were drawing on the blacktop with chalk and playing more physical games like football and soccer. They also continued the infamous card games and had a blast hanging out with all of us.

The day also included some more sightseeing in downtown Philadelphia. We visited the Liberty Bell and a quick tour through Independence Hall really put us all in the mood for the 4th of July!

After the sightseeing got old, we were all getting hungry and the next stop was Pat's for the famous Philly Cheesesteaks. We all were able to order for ourselves, in the strict south Philly style ("one Provy wit," or "one wiz wit out," etc.) which we all found particularly intimidating. They were extremely filling along with the french fries and sodas. While in the area, we walked through the Italian market. Even though it was all closed down, it was still cool to see and smelled great.

All in all, it was a great day with a lot less difficulties at the shelter, and a more positive attitude from all of us and the kids. A whole lot of fun throughout the day and the city along wit

h cheesesteaks at night makes for a tired group of kids. With a good night of sleep, we will be ready for another day of fun with the kids at the shelter tomorrow!