School's Out for the Summer

Much to my surprise, the last day of school actually arrived, even without the help of the weather. We charged through, what seemed to be, an endless string of field trips, buddy picnics, school projects, deadlines, concerts, graduations, field days, swim parties...you name it, it was happening and our family was involved! The school was set back by a couple of snow days but, on June 24th, the Edmonds School District finished their school year! We were thrilled to be starting summer but there was a part of me that was terrified to have all three boys home, all day, every day but I think I'm adjusting.

The end of the year always brings the chaos and joys of ISA, our International Soccer Academy. We are officially half way through our first week of ISA camp. We have 98 campers, 10 international coaches and 17 assistant coaches and I have to tell you, this has been an incredible camp! God has brought people from all over our community. We have had the chance to talk to many many parents, neighbors and even local pastors about what we are doing and we have told them about our desire to reach into our community to offer the best soccer camp we possibly can and to tell God's story of hope and grace. We see that kids are able to make a difference in our world in big and small ways and it has been awesome to be able to encourage them this week!

We have space still available for our 2nd week of ISA Camp. It will run Tuesday, July 5th through Friday, July 8th. The ages for week two are 11-18 years old. Our international coaches are giving their time and energy and we are excited to see that week's list growing. If you want to know what ISA is all about, stop by! We would love to have you wander around, chat with some great volunteers and see our coaches interacting with campers.

Don't forget we will also have a BBQ available, for your use, on July 4th. Bring your family, neighbors and friends and spread out across our parking lot to light up your fireworks. It looks like the weather will be gorgeous, so stop by!

I am excited about what summer may bring. The possibilities are endless and it's off to a great start!
See you on Sunday!
Elizabeth Volz