Sunny summer day, grab flip flops and the dog's leash. Grab beer and snacks and sun screen. leap in the car, roll down the windows, smell the summer air and cut lawns.
Dog knows the way, sniff the passing forest.
Scramble down the unmarked trail. Far side of the lake, you are safe from prying eyes, or ticketing rangers.
Find your favorite rock again, the flat one that warms in the sun. Slip off your clothes, and feel the rock's warmth on you bare skin.
Summer is here. Feet tender from shoes all winter, learn to walk again on river rock.
Dog sniffs around and then comes back, joins you, watching the sun on the water glint. The pines smell sweet, like vanilla. Naked, you are free.
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