Camp

At camp, we braided lanyards

And spent hours in the pool.

We both dressed and acted differently

From when we were in school.

 

We played kickball, softball, newcomb

And rehearsed the yearly play,

Plus did arts & crafts and puzzles,

Mostly on a rainy day.

 

Once or twice throughout the summer

We would take a trip to town

For a movie or for bowling

Or to scarf some ice cream down.

 

It was low-key, sweet and simple

With no shooting for the moon,

Just a bunch of kids and counselors

‘Til the early afternoon.

 

What a far cry from what’s offered

Nowadays, but guaranteed

All those fancy bells and whistles

Are much more than campers need.