Blessed are those who plant for they shall learn patience for the promise of small things.
Blessed are those who mulch for they shall be rewarded, their thoughts rising bright as Ever Bearing Strawberries.
Blessed are those who hoe, weed and mow for their neighbors shall rejoice in them.
Blessed are the barefoot for they shall inherit the green endurance of grass.
Blessed are the unevenly tanned for their work has been guided by sunshine.
Blessed are the food fair fans for they shall be forgiven their deep-fried Twinkies, their bacon-wrapped chocolate on a stick, their deep-fried Oreos.
Blessed are the craft fair cruisers for they shall be inspired by magnetic jewelry and spinning Green Bay Packer lawn ornaments.
Blessed are petting zoo lovers for they shall know God.
Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for soft serve ice cream for theirs shall be the joy of childhood.
Blessed are the twilight deck-sitters for theirs is the kingdom of the heavens.

Sandra Lindow has lived in the Chippewa Valley for twenty years and is the author, most recently of,  The Hedge Witch's Upgrade. To learn more more about Sandra or how to purchase her books, click here.