A Dore's Perspective

(I was waiting to post this until I found a picture of Laura.  Then I realized that camp would already be over by the time I had time to get a picture.  So here it is sans picture...)

Being a Dore at CDC is tough work sometimes. It takes Spiritual and physical strength. You have to do things that you might not want to do, but if you don't, who will? You have to keep the mindset that you're doing this for God. No matter how hard it is. Because sometimes God expects us to do hard things. It helps us grow and that's what we want. And this is the perfect environment for growing closer to God. You're constantly surrounded by God's people and they're constantly encouraging you and helping you when things get rough.

Along with the hard work and pain, there's also life-long relationships being built with your fellow Dores as you laugh and make memories. The singing and dancing makes it all worth the sweat. Even though some of us might be missing our own families, we know we have each other to rely on. We all understand that God brought us together to honor Him with everything we do here, and we thank Him each day for this opportunity. I know we don't have to worry about leaving this place with a feeling of regret, because God has truly blessed our work here and He will continue to do so.

A typical Dore day consists of loads of fun, but a lot of work and minor injuries that we can laugh at. After all, even roses come with thorns. While we work, we're able to watch the campers and listen to them laughing, and it helps to know that we're a part of all this. As a Dore, I can say my life will definitely be changed for the better after this experience and, God-willing, I will be back.


  Laura Leddy=)