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River's Edge Reverie a Tale Of Childhood Bliss
#WritcoStoryPrompt6
I can never forget the joyous days of my childhood, especially the summer when all we did was swim in the river or lie on it's edge

River's Edge Memories

Once upon a time, in a quaint little town nestled amidst rolling hills and lush greenery, there lived a young boy named Ethan. His childhood memories were painted with hues of endless summer days spent by the river's edge.
As the sun rose high in the sky, Ethan and his friends would eagerly gather their swimming gear and rush down to the nearby river. The water sparkled like diamonds under the golden rays, inviting them to dive into its cool embrace. Laughter echoed along the riverbank as they splashed and played, creating cherished memories that would last a lifetime.
The river was their playground, their sanctuary from the sweltering heat. They would spend hours swimming and floating, feeling the gentle currents carry them along. Sometimes, they would lie on the soft grassy bank, basking in the warmth of the sun, sharing stories and dreams as they watched the fluffy clouds drift lazily across the sky.
Each day was an adventure, filled with the simple joys of childhood. They would catch minnows and tadpoles, build sandcastles on the riverbank, and hunt for hidden treasures among the rocks and pebbles. Every moment was precious, every memory etched into their hearts.
As the days stretched into weeks, and the weeks into months, summer began to fade, casting a bittersweet shadow over their idyllic days by the river. But even as autumn approached, Ethan held onto those memories tightly, knowing that they would always be a source of comfort and joy, no matter where life took him.
Years passed, and Ethan grew older, but the memories of those carefree summer days remained vivid and alive in his mind. Whenever life felt overwhelming or uncertain, he would close his eyes and return to the river's edge, where the sun still shone brightly, and laughter still rang out across the water.
For Ethan, the river would always be more than just a body of water. It was a timeless symbol of friendship, freedom, and the unbridled joy of youth—a treasure trove of memories that would forever anchor him to the happiest days of his life.




© abinasha