Lake Shafer

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461223
United States
48° 30' 1.6092" N, 116° 26' 57.2064" W

Magnet of sun and water worshipers,
Gatherer of families and friends,
Refresher of the mind, body, and spirit,
Home of country music:
Some may call you unclean, but I call you beautiful.
Although the water may not be the cleanest, the sun smiles down on us, kissing our dark skin and sparkles the water.
Stargazing for shooting stars is breathtaking.
Some may call you stinky.
Smelling cigarette smoke makes me gag, but the smell of a bonfire always reminds me of the long peaceful summer nights.
Some may call you trashy because you are the mecca of trailer parks, but I call you home.
The word family means so much to me and they are what complete you.
Indiana Beach: games, ice cream, the thrill of roller coasters
Water fun: boating, jet ski to ride on; skiing is like a smooth blanket of silk, while tubing is like a wild bull ride.
Arni’s pizza always calls my name when we pull in, as does all the junk food.
Crazy teenagers driving golf carts and others’ drunken parties are accidents waiting to happen.
Night swimming is relaxing and makes me feel as free as a bird.
Fireworks light up the sky like God showing His glory.
Laughter and Joy are what you bring; along with being the magnet of sun and water worshipers,
Gatherer of families and friends, Home of country music
And a refresher of mind, body, and spirit.

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