The gleeful, excited faces, full of anticipation and hope were in abundance at the drop off registration for the first day of summer camp.    The energy to get started was practically buzzing in the air.  There were a few stragglers, a few “hangers on,” who looked a bit nervous about being on their own, but for the most part, all looked like seasoned pros.  There were kisses and hugs and loving swats on fannies of all shapes and sizes, but once they turned to go, there was no turning back…not even for the obligatory final “I love you” wave.  Nope, they were free, finally free, and they would not waste one precious moment.

The kids on the other hand….