Summer has always been my favorite season. Whenever someone asks me why, I never really have the right words, or time to explain. Well, here I am with however many words I want and time to kill. So, this is why I want…love…NEED summer. I want those summer breezes, and cool night air, the picnics in the fields, and hayrides on the farm. I need the cool creek water, and the even cooler springs. I love those sunset beach walks, hand in hand with my boyfri- oh wait, I’m getting ahead of myself by 6-10 years! Where was I? Oh, right. I long for the camping by the river, and sleeping out under the stars. I want that muddy lake water that no adult dares venture into, but we kids are happy to swim and play in. The chicken fights in the pool, crazy cannonballs by Lydia, and gut-busting belly flops by Kurtis. Gimme that sweet, homemade ice cream melting away too quickly to catch., denim shorts and bright tanks. Barefoot, blue jean, southern nights with red solo cups and that sweet, sweet iced tea. Summer is sweet. Summer is MAGICAL. Summer, please get here soon!

*Emma