Oh, Summertime

We are in the deepest phase of summer.

Though ours began with triple digits for nearly a month,

these August days bring about a different air.

Of course, this year every thing has been dried hard

and even the ground is a harsh shade of brown.

But nature is persistent.

Elderberries are coming on.

Wheat harvest is finishing up.

Gardens are producing full force.

And we,

we roll through the days

picking and canning green beans,

pulling carrots,

eating salad nearly everyday,

and moving with a certain ease and urgency.

We know what needs doing next 

and prepare for it as we work through the task at hand.

There is plenty to keep us busy,

and we are fully aware of the reward

our labor will bring come winter. 

Come winter, we'll rest.

For now,

we keep moving.

Children are savoring their last days of summer break.

Families are taking one more camping trip.

And we are 'putting by.'

We are doing.

This is the good life.

Until next time,
Nimble Fingers and Even Stitches