Before Summer's End

by Irene Olds, Marlene Lauster Young

Overview

We may reminisce about a first baby doll at Christmas or a Radio Flyer wagon long awaited. Recalling precious moments of youth, and the love held within them, is food for our souls. Such precious moments often escape us. Before Summers End recalls a time and place in history that has escaped many of us. It was a time when being young meant carefree summers, running in the rain, and discovering the unknown. Within this story lie the innocence of youth, the true importance of family, and the way that little things in life hold true meaning. Excitement fills the air while we wander through a summer day near the end of harvest time. We romp in the yard, chasing away the ducks as we search for gold. We watch a stray cat being squirted with milk and roll over in laughter until our bellies hurt. In the front yard, a rope swing patiently waits to take our breath away as it glides through the breeze. We remember the time when being young was easy and carefree. Before Summers End reminds us of days past, when the pace of life was slower and one could savor its joy, feel its purity, and hold tightly to its truth. It was a time when children stood on a strong foundation that was built out of everyday, ordinary moments.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781481702348
Publisher:	AuthorHouse
Publication date:	10/09/2012
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	1
File size:	5 MB
Age Range:	4 - 8 Years

About the Author

Marlene Young has taught Elementary Education, attended writer's workshops and taught the value, treasure and enjoyment of writing. Raised three successful sons and enjoys two beautiful grandchildren. This is her first children's book revisiting a childhood memory of long ago. She resides in the New York State Finger Lakes Region.

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Before Summer's End

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By Marlene Lauster Young

AuthorHouse

Copyright © 2012 Marlene Lauster Young
All right reserved.
ISBN: 978-1-4772-6810-0

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Chapter One

Morning comes early on the farm. We wake to Gramma and Grampa's whispering, the smell of Grampa's pipe, and the sound of bacon sizzling on the woodstove.

Hurrying, we dress, washing in Gramma's dry sink. The pitcher is filled with cold well water. We shiver as we sprinkle our fingers and faces.

On the way to the outhouse, Grampa's dog, Lady, greets us. Morning dew clings to our feet, cool and wet. It is so early the stars are still out.

Gramma stands by the kitchen door. The smell of fresh-baked bread greets our noses. We run to the table, where we cut thick slices of bread and spread on freshly churned butter.

Our bellies full, we head to the great oak in the front yard, where a rope swing patiently waits. We swing so high we almost lose our breaths.

(Continues...)

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