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Changing of the Seasons (Spring to Summer)
By: Jacob Kromberg
F
rom the hiking trails to the sky
boxes, the canoe paths to the
winding rivers, the beautiful
woodland to the lake’s stunning re-
flection of nature, spring was in full
bloom here on the spiritual and bliss-
ful side of our community. Days are
filled with people talking and laugh-
ing with one another sitting under
the shining sun and clear skies. The
sound of happiness is all around. The
temperature begins to rise with the
warmth of the sun while nights still
have a hint of cool air. Birds such as
Robins and Orioles begin to appear
from the distance coming north from
their southern nesting places. Bird
feeders and bird baths are filled to
the delight of these friendly crea-
tures. We begin to hear birds sing
and frogs croak. Squirrels are out
frolicking in the trees climbing from
one to another sometimes over pow-
er lines to reach their destination.
Horses graze the land and run free
letting the wind flow through their
manes. Deer can be found with their
new babies in open fields looking for
a bite to eat. Farmers can be seen
planting their crops. Buds begin to
form on the trees while the grass be-
gins to green. April showers bring
May flowers as tulips, cherry blos-
soms, orchids, and other beautiful
plants blossom.
As spring continues to sur-
round us, summer is just around the
corner. Warmer weather is on the
horizon. Buds begin to open showing
us the full beauty of the trees and
bushes. Flowers will continue to blos-
som and grass will grow higher.
Summer itself is in full bloom. Lawn
mowers begin to roar cutting the
long, green grass. Trees no longer
have stick branches, but full and
alive with leaves. Children are out
playing in the yard, running through
sprinklers. Families are enjoying the
outdoors with barbecues and picnics
at the lake. Motor boats are in the
water, cruising along the lakes with
family and friends enjoying their
time with each other. Laughter is
heard all around.
Summer brings families and
friends together to cheer on their
children at sporting events such as
soccer, baseball, and softball. The
kids take water breaks due to the
heat. Proud parents and
grandparents are sitting on the
sidelines in their chairs watch-
ing the kids have fun. They are
there for support no matter
what the end outcome is.
There is the smell of hot dogs
and hamburgers all around at
the concession stands, candy
bars and suckers for dessert.
Summer engulfs each and
every one daily. Memories are
made to never be forgotten.
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