The Sounds of Summer

The whizz of cars, trailers, and trucks speed by
Eager to get in the summer sunshine.
Across the street motorcycles race on dusty trails
And on the lake the breeze pushes boat sails.

The robin's red belly quickly flutters by
Preparing the nest where her little eggs lie.
A dry thunderstorm rumbles across the water
and I'm eager to see lightening; the highlight of summer.

When the trees start to sway and crack in the wind
The repetitive chirp of a squirrel warns of the end.
For summer is a short season, one that's sweet but fast lived...
And those spent at Priest Lake are such a precious gift.