When Skylar got her phone back after four days at camp, I couldn’t wait to hear from her. I texted, “How was it?” and without missing a beat, she replied: “Best week of my life.”
That one line said it all.
I was beyond thrilled that Skylar got to go back to YoungLife camp this summer—especially with all her closest friends. She’d been the only one to go back in middle school, so she was the veteran camper of the group, the only one who truly knew the kind of magic they were about to experience. And from the moment they arrived, it didn’t disappoint.
The days were packed with the kind of fun that feels rare these days—no phones, no scrolling, no distractions. Just pure, real-life connection. They played games until they were breathless, swam, soaked up the sun, dressed up for theme nights, danced under the stars, and laughed until their faces hurt. Without screens, they actually talked—like, really talked—and made the kinds of memories that stick forever.
One of the unexpected highlights? Meeting new friends from all over, especially a group of boys from Point Loma who instantly became part of their crew.
By the time we picked them up, they were already planning next summer’s trip—same place, same friends, and hopefully the same magic. Honestly, after hearing Skylar’s “Best week of my life” review… I think it’s safe to say they’ll be counting down the days.
