As the first day of Cub Scout camp was winding down, we parents discovered something very important. Our boys were not interested in drinking plain water all day! They ended the day very thirsty, and overheated. As parents, we had no idea that the camp would not be providing alternate drinks, at least at lunch time! I was the only one who sent some Gatorade with my son, but only two small bottles; not enough to keep him hydrated the whole day. While we are dissappointed with the camp, we had to come up with a solution fast. So last night at 9 p.m., my husband drove to the local grocery and picked up those Propel pack singles that you just dump in water and shake. Talk about expensive!
Before he went to the store, I scoured the cupboard for a pack of Kool-Aid; since I was pretty sure I could make my own Kool-Aid Singles. Alas, I found none. However, I did find this great recipe for homemade Kool-Aid Singles which would have saved us a ton of money. I plan to make some of these up for our coming Cub Scout hikes and camping events; since water from the tap is so much cheaper then Gatorade or Propel Singles!
Thank you for sharing this. I have been looking for soda alternatives. This might just be the solution. My kids only get 1 soda a day and they also get tired of nothing else but water.
I have a recipe for homemade Gatorade. I will plan to post it next Tuesday. :-) In the meantime, if you will be needing it soon, be sure to have some sugar free Kool Aid on hand, as well as some OJ.
I am going to have to check this out ! I love the idea of a tote and go and use what is on hand for water plus drink mix. Thank you for sharing. Thank you. I am sorry that I am late even when you are on time.
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-Mary
The bottom line is; We try not to insist on parent-led learning or gravitate toward child-led learning. We try instead to focus on God-led learning and ask for His input and perspective on every aspect of our home school. That way, when others fuss about what Dan and I are doing and make me second guess our decisions -- I can go back to our decision process and find God's fingerprints, reminding me that this is His way.
