I swing gently back and forth on the porch swing, breathing in every sight, sound, and scent.
The sharp tang of the resin from the porch roof releasing its oils as it bakes in the sun. The soft shine of the painted floor reflecting the light. The dappled shade on the lawn from the ancient spreading oak tree. The whisper of air that caresses my face as I swing back and forth. The songs the birds sing from the branches of the trees. The sound of children laughing as they chase a ball across the lawn. The green scent of grass being mown next door. The drone of the lawnmower. The clink of ice and refreshing, cool taste of lemonade with its perfect balance of tart and sweet. The heady perfume of the rose that blooms in front of the porch. The knowledge that the love of my life will be home soon, greeting me with a smile, eyes twinkling, moving in for a kiss hello. He’ll taste of sweat, salt, and sawdust from his shop. The children – our children – will see his truck and come running, abandoning their game of chase. “Daddy, you’re home!” Embracing him with sticky arms and hands. “Look, I skinned my knee!” I’ll have to get up and made dinner soon. We’ll eat outside on the big plank table set up in the back. As afternoon turns to dusk, we’ll watch the lightening bugs emerge to dance, and listen to the frogs sing their nightly chorus from the creek behind our property. The night blooming flowers will unfold their petals in the soft night air. A perfect end to a perfect day. A snapshot to memorialize in my heart, savoring every minute.
Donna
4/1/2020 04:04:29 pm
I'm so glad you posted this. I enjoyed reading it. A wonderful respite from all the sadness. Wishing I had a porch swing too. Thank you for the break. Comments are closed.
|
Archives
January 2023
Categories
All
|