What is summer fun made of?
Bikes and ball games, and swimming pool nights; And that’s what summer fun is made of.
There is something magical about summer in a small town. Perhaps the magic happens in cities as well, but my lived experience has mostly been in small, rural communities. As a kid, I vividly remember riding my bike all over town during the summer. That little slice of freedom without a driver’s license allowed me to go wherever I pleased. Now, in my 50’s, with a license in my wallet, I still love the simple joy of riding my bike on a beautiful day.
One of my favorite childhood pastimes was spending time at the ball fields. I helped my dad in the Lions Club concession stand and played on the church softball team. Later, I spent countless summer evenings watching my children play t…