Our Secret Hideaway

Of all the times that I remember The most memorable…. Was when I was a child! Spending time with my grandmother, Who was always fun to be around, I was never bored because…. There was always something to do! One special day as my brother Jeff and I Were playing outside underneath the porch We didn’t suspect how a white bucket Showed up out of the blue. Must have been lowered down With a rope attached to reach us By an angel in disguise; And we knew that it was Nana…. And surprised us of what was inside! Never imagined that all the colors in the world Were right in front of us, Just like a rainbow…. We were in awe! Good n’ plenty, orange circus peanuts, Boston baked beans, Necco wafers, even caramel bulls eyes! Penny candy strips galore, tootsie rolls, blow pops, skittles, Hersey kisses, sugar daddies, bazooka gum, fire balls, Junior mints, smarties, bit-o-honey, rock candy, Charleston chews, Gum drops, twizzlers, fruity slices, pixy sticks, and Mary Janes! “One for me, and one for you…. Then two for me and two for you!” All the candy was divided between us Within two large zippered clear bags. We really didn’t eat all of the candy, you know, So we savored each and every piece. We knew Nana adored us both With all of her heart, And loved every minute spending Precious time with her grandchildren; Spreading joy and happiness! I remember all the times That I spent with my grandmother. She taught me special skills in baking, And arts and crafts, which I still enjoy to this day. I treasure all those vivid memories, Which I will have forever!