My daughter has been at the dance studio all morning, and my son is at a YMCA this week. It is a beautiful day. The windows are open, there is a slight breeze but something is missing. I haven't heard any screen doors slamming or children's voices echoeing throughout the neighborhood. Granted, many of the "kids" are now college students home for the summer, working full-time summer jobs. The other children I suppose, are like mine this week, participating in activities that don't involve their home, families, or neighborhood kids. I miss the neighborhood "clatter", yet this peaceful, breezy day brings back wonderful memories of my childhood. I think I just might take a few moments to go lay in the grass, look up at the clouds, and dream. I might even roll over, look for 4 leaf clovers or even braid a clover wreath. Oh, I wish my kids were here to see me!

I hope you all are enjoying your summer!

Posted by Susan at 7/16/2003 01:30:36 PM | Link