Summer is my favorite time of year Good friends swimming holes and my favorite beer The cool of the shade the chilled water from the spring Lying under the old oak tree listening to the Blue Birds sing Fond memories of summer vacations at the seashore Memories of the invigorating smell of the salty sea air The sand between my toes as I dodge the sea turtles on the shore All good things must come to an end my heart burning for more Looking forward to next summer I must say Always looking ahead and planning the next day Dear God thank you for the Seasons of the year The memory of each one brings a joyous tear June 21, 2023 MarkWaldrop