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Swamp Tales: Lessons I Learned at the Swamp
Step into the Swamp—and Discover the Magic That Transforms Lives
For over two decades, Sonny Sessions and his wife, Carolyn, directed a summer camp nestled in the woods of Penfield, Georgia. What started as a dream soon became a sacred place where laughter echoed, friendships flourished, and faith deepened under the stars. Swamp Lessons I Learned at The Swamp is a warm, humorous, and deeply heartfelt collection of stories and reflections from their years leading Camp Swamp.
From mischievous panty raid proposals and midnight Waffle House runs to sacred starlight devotionals and the power of a perfectly timed ice cream social, Sonny brings readers into the joyful chaos, hard-earned wisdom, and spiritual depth of camp life.
Inside, you’ll
The seven pillars of a life-changing camp experience, from food and fun to faith and leadershipWhy Camp Swamp felt like heaven on earth, and how that atmosphere was intentionally cultivatedUnforgettable stories that range from hilarious to heartwarming, like burnt popcorn, snake sightings, and the birth of "Liar’s Dice legends" How children found belonging, safety, and God’s presence —sometimes for the first time in their livesThe leadership lessons Sonny and Carolyn learned by trial, error, and faith. This book is perfect for mentors, youth leaders, and parentsMoments when the veil between heaven and earth felt thin, and the quiet faith that made those moments possible Tributes to counselors, kitchen staff, nurses, and volunteers who showed God's love in ordinary but extraordinary waysWhether you're a parent, youth leader, church member, or just someone who longs for a simpler time when kids could be kids and adults could rediscover their purpose, this book will inspire you, make you laugh, and maybe even move you to tears.
Join Sonny on the front porch, grab your bug spray, and don’t forget the marshmallows. Camp is about to begin.
Scroll up and click “Buy Now” to start your journey into the Swamp.
For over two decades, Sonny Sessions and his wife, Carolyn, directed a summer camp nestled in the woods of Penfield, Georgia. What started as a dream soon became a sacred place where laughter echoed, friendships flourished, and faith deepened under the stars. Swamp Lessons I Learned at The Swamp is a warm, humorous, and deeply heartfelt collection of stories and reflections from their years leading Camp Swamp.
From mischievous panty raid proposals and midnight Waffle House runs to sacred starlight devotionals and the power of a perfectly timed ice cream social, Sonny brings readers into the joyful chaos, hard-earned wisdom, and spiritual depth of camp life.
Inside, you’ll
The seven pillars of a life-changing camp experience, from food and fun to faith and leadershipWhy Camp Swamp felt like heaven on earth, and how that atmosphere was intentionally cultivatedUnforgettable stories that range from hilarious to heartwarming, like burnt popcorn, snake sightings, and the birth of "Liar’s Dice legends" How children found belonging, safety, and God’s presence —sometimes for the first time in their livesThe leadership lessons Sonny and Carolyn learned by trial, error, and faith. This book is perfect for mentors, youth leaders, and parentsMoments when the veil between heaven and earth felt thin, and the quiet faith that made those moments possible Tributes to counselors, kitchen staff, nurses, and volunteers who showed God's love in ordinary but extraordinary waysWhether you're a parent, youth leader, church member, or just someone who longs for a simpler time when kids could be kids and adults could rediscover their purpose, this book will inspire you, make you laugh, and maybe even move you to tears.
Join Sonny on the front porch, grab your bug spray, and don’t forget the marshmallows. Camp is about to begin.
Scroll up and click “Buy Now” to start your journey into the Swamp.
113 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 12, 2025
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