This is literally the next time I have gotten on the internet. Get ready for a long haul this summer. I might end up going past "d."
His clothes are sodden with sweat, but the slow evaporation doesn't cool him enough. The air has physical weight from all the water hanging in it. He is thirsty even though the air is as moist as his lungs. He sags even though he is walking downhill. He smiles even though he is angry.
The seven-year old boy in front of him turns and pierces laughter at a captured lizard.
His eyes crinkle in a real smile for the first time in a week.
It was worth it.
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That's sweet.
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I hope you have a fanfreakintastic summer.
Awww, I like it. I hope you post at least ONCE in awhile during the summer. But have a great time!
ReplyDeleteHooray for camp!
ReplyDeleteHooray indeed.
ReplyDeleteI shall attempt more posts.
I'll hold you to that. This summer is just too quiet.
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