summer

I know it's summer when the lord cools my soul
He casts a warm breeze to say hello
The early morning smell of ocean
that undeniable grace and devotion

I know it's summer when i see the sun rise
the crystal clear morning; a wonder to my eyes
the late night laughs that turn to midnight tears
the happiest of moments we'll remember for years

I know it's summer because my niece is here!
she happy and smiling and oh so dear
with me she'll see the water and dive right in
only to leave me to wonder where has summer been?

YOU know it is summer when the fans turn on
the air conditioning, pool parties to which we are drawn
that slight little glimmer in the children's heart of hearts
that's what really sets summer apart

Yet it's not truly summer unless you see the sun set
the brightest and hottest it will ever get
watching it sink against the ocean and sky
a moment of pure bliss you just can't deny...