I spy joy in a summer's day

One of the great joys of summer is a gathering of friends and family for a late afternoon soiree.  I had the pleasure of indulging myself at just such a gathering this past weekend. We spent the entire time outside – on the deck, in the hammocks, soaking in the late summer sun. I spied joy in young children, puppy dogs and dear friends, and quiet a bit of it in myself.