Artwork by Nichol Duenes

The feeling of warm beach days seems to always transport me to my childhood. The scent of the salty sea air that stuck in my unbrushed curls, sandy feet that slapped against cool tile floors as I ran inside. The days spilled over into nights and we would lazily lay in our swimsuits, knowing the morning sun handed over an empty beach. These unforgettable summers are tucked away in my mind. Memories of mild ocean waves rolling over our sunburnt bodies, midnight walks along a balmy beach, and the endless hours spent searching for tiny treasures. Every year my family traveled to the beach. These days are a part of my childhood, a part of my story. As a mother of three I strive to create these memories for my children. I want to wrap up each moment, each experience, and pass them along. I want my children to understand those significant summers. I want them to see the meaning behind these memories. I want them to feel. To experience. To live. ……. Do warm beach days bring back memories for you? What do you remember from your childhood summers. And if you have little ones, what do they love about summer? I would love to hear your thoughts and writings. Submit stories or poems to yellowfinchdesigns@yahoo.com Happy Writing! Liz // Yellow Finch