Summer Camp is Over and We Are All Sad!

Get those city kids out of the concrete jungle!

My son just finished 8 weeks of Summer camp. Actually, 7 1/2, the NYC schools ended on a Tuesday and camp started on the next day, Wednesday. I feel it is kind of quick, but that is how it is.

The city kids need to get out and enjoy the country life. What that means is enjoying nature and at the same time complaining about all the bugs! We have very few of those here in the big city.

My son has been going to the same camp for 3 years. His first year was quite a tough transition for him but the camp had a wonderful staff that helped him through. Last year was good, but we did get a couple of phone calls.

This year, as expected, my son was a star! He has learned so many skills in getting along with people and controlling his impulses, that I am amazed. He has learned to be a team player and star in the show at the same time. He feels such loyalty for the groups he is involved in. It is a great pleasure as the dad to watch and enjoy his behavior and growth.

And the kids! His girlfriend from Hebrew class was in his group! His t-ball coach’s son from his group 2 years ago was in his group again. And another boy from that team. And this year’s coaches son. It was a great group of kids and counselors. I always look at the continuity because I feel that helps.

And the camp is phenomenal. He had several different electives this year because of the age group. A magic session, a performing session, extra basketball (I think, I signed him up but he never mentioned it!), and others. It is so well run, so well organized, the parent need not worry! And it is located 10 minutes from my parents and brothers’ house so I am extra happy about that.

So thank-you 92nd St Y, you guys did a fantastic job with my son and the other kids, we are very grateful!

No close-ups for privacy sake.