Nothing beats watermelon! I remember sitting in the rain, eating watermelon in my swimsuit. The apartments where we lived, were located on the outskirts of our small town, and were just within viewing of our local water tower. I mention the water tower because, that was the reason we were siting in the rain spitting seeds at one another… or better yet, pinching them between our fingers for more force.
I remember the water tower, because the local fire department would always use these hot rainy days for their certification or training exercises. I was so fascinated with their ability to carry all of their gear up those ladders, fully covered in their fire resistant armor, as I called it.
I don’t know about anyone else, but I have always had a great respect for law enforcement and all of our emergency responders, and I think this had something to do with it. I was so impressed with all these men, and they were always so kind to us kids who were watching. My home life was not fun, and my father was a 1st rate butnugget, but I guess the kindness of these masked strangers, brought some joy into the life of a small blue eyed girl, sticky with watermelon juice, and desperate for hope…
Thank you…
I mean it from the bottom of my heart…Thank you!!!
Journey With Me! 
Sounds like a good memory!
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absolutely!!!
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“butnugget” 🤣
Watermelon makes me think of my grandparents. They always grew them in their garden. I miss that!
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I remember eating green onions and carrots right out of the dirt in our garden
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Extra crunchy…
(my dad kept a garden, too…but I have no fond memories from it – only having to do the weeding, and having to water the tomatoes as part of my daily “responsibilities” during the summer 🥵)
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it is funny that I am finally able to recall happy thoughts, even while I can see the ugliness in the shadows of it… I just choose to carry a lantern now so I only see where it is shining…luvs you brother
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Whew! Watermelon! I remember when I was little my dad used to bring home some sweet watermelon with the black seeds in them lol. They don’t make them like they used to though😞Nevertheless I hold on to the memory! Great post❤️
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awww…thank you so much
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I hop you know how refreshing it is to read this from someone so young. In your honor, I am going out today to buy a watermelon and share it with my granddaughter.
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I’m happy that blue eyed girl made it through. You go lil soldier ❤️~Di
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