Summer in the Country

How is summer int the country different for young people from summer in the city?

"Before I cam here", one child said, "I thought swimming was running through an open fire hydrant."

"Here" is a summer cam that's only an hour from New York City - but a world away. This camp and four other nearby are run by the Fresh Air Fund. Since 1877, the fund has helped poor children from New York City spend summers in the country. Each year, over ten thousand children, ages 6 to 18, participate in the program. Some stay at a camp; others live with a host family. The fund pays for all expenses.

The camps are for 8 - to 15 - year olds. At camp, children can learn about the stars, see deer and cows and other animals, and go hiking, fishing, and of course, swimming. The children learn responsibility by helping out with chores like making beds and waiting on tables. They also learn a lot from counselors, who are often college students from around the United States and from other countries.

Host families from thirteen states and Canada volunteer to have children spend the summer with them. Many of these families have their own children. The visiting children become part of the family. They go with the family on picnics, to the pool or beach, and on trips. The children are from 6 to 12 years old when they make their visit, and most are invited back. Some of the children and families become friends for life.

Source : www.wichitaphotographers.com
http://www.elviscostello.info/old/whatsnew_2004-01--06.php
www.westsrbdio.org

My Experience

My name is Edi Swarno and I am a student. Actually my first name is Edi. I was born in a little country town (Blangpidie) not far from here. I was born in August 06, 1980. I have one sister and one brother. My father's name is Syafruddin and my mother's name is Aidiyah. I have many friend in this city. Last year I was in the hospital during the month of july. I was in the hospital for twenty-two days. My friend, Fajri was in the hospital for two weeks last year.

He was in the hospital during the month of March. My friend Fajri. Has a good radio and a phonograph. He has many phonograph records. He doesn't have a television set, but I have one. My television set is a small one. But it's a very good one. During the week I get up before seven o'clock and I study all day. I study engineering. On saturdays and Sundays I don't get up early.