#sol15 A new chapter

As the sun set,

I knew it was time.

To begin writing, again.

The long summer,

Filled with prayers, reflection, endings,

Was over. 

We've been back in school,

It seems like for weeks already. 

But the "summer" ,

Really seems to end

When we cross Labor Day off the calendar.

There were many wonderful slices
Of life this summer in spite of the sadness.

I missed writing about

Watching "summer theater" at its best,

Young thespians performing
The Wizard of Oz on a summer night.

Weddings, glittery and grand, small and intimate, 

Tears of joy, miracles, hope, love.
Parties, showers, gatherings,
Days, evenings with friends and family. 

The blankets, 

Quilted and knitted with love, 

The play dates and shopping trips,

Snacking on ice cream at the library
Buying strollers at Buy Buy Baby.

I'm not yet able to write
Of this summer of sadness,

But fall signals new beginnings,

Fresh starts, hope, potential.

For those of us in education,
Every year,

For my family,
This year
Fall is the beginning 

Of a new, adventure filled,
Exciting and unforgettable chapter.