August 31, 2016 - 15:49
Two messily spray painted plastic chairs sit empty on the dock that overlooks the swimming hole we at my summer camp fondly call the “goon,” short for lagoon. I love this picture because it captures a quiet moment, of which there are few at my camp, but it also contains potential for action. Any two people could come sit in those chairs and enjoy a conversation, while either looking over the still water or watching rowdy campers swim and play. I chose this photo because my overnight camp is very important to my identity. The community I found as a camper helped me find confidence and certainly shaped who I am today. I gained an appreciation for nature and a respect for silence, but I also found strength, energy, goofiness, and leadership inside me. This summer I worked as a counselor, helping campers have impactful experiences like I did, and I can’t wait to do it again next year!