Sleep Away Camp

 So proud of Ashton he attended sleep-away camp for 6 days even though his buddy Nathan ended up having to cancel due to a broken foot.  He appeared to have a good time and we got lots of positive feedback from his counselors and fellow campers.  When we picked him up the counselors couldn't stop raving about how creative Ashton was and how he came alive when they did artistic and crafty activities.  Also one of the benefits of summer camp is that other people who love Jesus are pouring into Ashton.  I found this written in his bible.

 

Also for father's day Ashton was super sweet and creative.  He made this for daddy and taped it on his mirror downstairs.

Onto Middle School!

 The end of 5th grade was filled with lots of fun activities for Ashton.  He had his final Violin concert at Linganore High School.  I wanted to get a picture of him all dressed up with his violin, but he wasn't in the mood.  At least I was able to sneak a shot of the entire beginning band and orchestra!  They sounded amazing!

 

His elementary school had a 5th grade promotion ceremony.  Unfortunately, that day Ashton was not in the best mood.

However, the last day of school shows true joy!  It's one of my favorite pics of Ashton and waffles.  I think everyone is grateful that school is out for the summer.  I am so proud of Ashton for expanding his tent pegs and trying new activities.  He's spent the night at Camp Journey, rode a roller coaster yesterday at Camp Adventure park for the first time (apparently he loved it so much he rode it 20 times), going to try overnight camp at Camp Manidokan for 6 nights, going to youth group, and making many new friends along the way.

We also went camping with Ashton's sister Arianna. They had a good time and bonded over some Big Bro and Little Sis art!