The Pond

Across the road from my parents house, and down the dirt lane behind our old house, is a pond. It's known around the neighborhood as "Mel's Pond." I've even heard that some people call it "Mel's Beach." Some summer days it does look like a beach...full of people on their blankets and chairs. It's a nicer pond than you might picture. The owner drains it at the beginning of each summer and cleans it. It is actually the pond where I was baptized. On Monday, I met my mom and sister and the kids there for lunch and some swimming. The weather was perfect for it...hot and sticky! Titus loved the water. He sat at the edge and splashed and splashed. It was great to see the kids enjoying the water and each other.