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Today, along with the Teens of Camp Sonshine, we ministered at the city dump site of Calajunan. I had not been there for a few months, and honestly I forgot how awful this place is. It is overwhelming for me to think that people actually live and work in such a place. In today's Summer heat, the mountains of trash were stinking, smoking heaps. And yet the kids that live there are so much like any other kids in the world. They loved playing our games and singing our songs, and blessed us with their smiles and laughter. To see more pictures of this awful place, visit our updated website .

in Summer Camp season. It is hard to think about or do anything else. Combining my years at Camp Sonshine USA, this is my 10th summer working at Camp Sonshine.

I have known Mike Charbonneau for about 15 years. We have this connection through Camp Sonshine, having worked together there for so many summers. We here in the Philippines were so blessed to have him come visit us. Mike continues to minister at Camp Sonshine as the Director of Camp Sonshine West (Germantown, MD). He continues to mentor, train, and impact counselors so they can continue to mentor, train, and impact the lives of campers. He came bearing gifts for all, much needed sound equipment for the Center, goodies and treats, and new Camp Sonshine backpacks. The greatest gift he brought was his coming. It was great to sit and talk with a friend I have known for so long, remembering Camp Sonshine of many years ago, talking about old times, and also talking about new times. He truly spoke into my life, encouraging me and recharging my batteries. Mike, thanks for making the trip. Thanks for your wisdom and encouragement. Thanks for giving of your time and finances to come ...