Summer Gatherings Begin
July 4th - Independence Day, and the first official sign of summer. Life on the lake can get chaotic during the summer, but I wouldn't have it any other way. Normally we would have company on this busy holiday weekend so it's quite strange to have it so quiet. Well, quiet other than the fireworks that will be displayed on the lake each night of this weekend and many other weekends to come. I guess we should enjoy the peace since the rest of the summer is jam packed full of guests and fun.
Winter and spring seem to last so long that it seems we wait forever for the hot, sunny summer days. Now that they have finally arrived there is the 5K Mud Run in Vermont with my daughters, visits from both of my girls, weekends here at the lake with my granddaughters and then my grandson, a multitude of trips to the ocean, cookouts with family and friends, leisurely boat rides and faster ones to pull the kids on the tube, and so much more. With the short summer months here in New England, we have a difficult time fitting it all in. If anyone wants to come and we can accommodate them, we will gladly do so. I believe that you can never make enough memories for family and friends to carry with them when they go home.
We made our first trip to the ocean the other day, and even though it wasn't a bright sunny day, it was still worth the trip. There is something about sitting on the beach, listening to the waves rush in and out, that brings peace to your soul. The sound of the seagulls calling overhead, and children laughing and running across the sand, is like a melody written just for the summer visitors. You can easily get lost in the song.
As I look out over the lake today, I can see that many other families are having a great time making memories. Floating on the water, or sitting on the docks; talking, laughing and sharing a beautiful summer day. Nothing on their minds other than enjoying the moment. Who can ask for more than that?
I will watch with a smile as the neighbors enjoy this holiday weekend, and wait patiently for the fun times to come for us.
Winter and spring seem to last so long that it seems we wait forever for the hot, sunny summer days. Now that they have finally arrived there is the 5K Mud Run in Vermont with my daughters, visits from both of my girls, weekends here at the lake with my granddaughters and then my grandson, a multitude of trips to the ocean, cookouts with family and friends, leisurely boat rides and faster ones to pull the kids on the tube, and so much more. With the short summer months here in New England, we have a difficult time fitting it all in. If anyone wants to come and we can accommodate them, we will gladly do so. I believe that you can never make enough memories for family and friends to carry with them when they go home.
We made our first trip to the ocean the other day, and even though it wasn't a bright sunny day, it was still worth the trip. There is something about sitting on the beach, listening to the waves rush in and out, that brings peace to your soul. The sound of the seagulls calling overhead, and children laughing and running across the sand, is like a melody written just for the summer visitors. You can easily get lost in the song.
As I look out over the lake today, I can see that many other families are having a great time making memories. Floating on the water, or sitting on the docks; talking, laughing and sharing a beautiful summer day. Nothing on their minds other than enjoying the moment. Who can ask for more than that?
I will watch with a smile as the neighbors enjoy this holiday weekend, and wait patiently for the fun times to come for us.
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