We walked down streets we’d never seen
every turned corner another adventure.
We went through countless well-worn doors
always with a new surprise on the other side.
We rested upon emerald grass
and climbed up endless stairs.
We scaled a hill, a garden, a tower, a castle.
We tackled the world hand-in-hand.
I’m thankful for the summers we’ve had
and for those we have yet to share.
McKenzie Richardson lives in Milwaukee, WI. Recently, her work has been featured in various anthologies through Black Hare Press, Iron Faerie Publishing, Dragon Soul Press, and Eerie River Publishing. She has also published a middle-grade novel, Heartstrings, as well as poetry collaboration with Casey Renee Kiser, 433 Lighted Way.
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