Tuesday, March 25, 2008

Summer Rain

It rained in Chiangrai yesterday evening. Today everything becomes fresh and lively again after the dim weather. The trees and flowers in my little garden, the singing birds, and the blue sky make today a nice day.

My farmer friends should also be happy with the rain . They are growing rice, bean, and some fruits. They have complained a lot about the drought. Even one raining can not bring back all things, but it is better than no raining.

Summer always be the most joyful season when I was young. It was the time to play with friends , no class and no homework. I spent everyday wandering around the jungles near my village, picking up the abundant local fruits, playing seek and hide game, and swimming in a small canal with my gang.

Summer in these days may not be as joyful as in the younger days. However we have to enjoy it and past all the difficulties so that we can greet the next summer again !

A never ending journey !

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