Susan held that summer long

As long that summer was

A secret that enthralled the girls

Captivating them because

Love was such a wonder then

When innocently viewed

That Emily and Laura-Jane

So eagerly pursued

“What news!” they cried “what news have you?”

Excitement filled within

Those promenading afternoons

Of gently browning skin

Of barefoot days and carefree ways

When sisters shared such joy

Imaginary shinning knight

A single distant boy

And through the years that summer still

Warms three deep memories

Priceless gifts that life bestows

Are treasures such as these.