Sandy beaches, crystal-clear lakes
Enchanted forests, tasty clambakes
Sailing, swimming, horseback riding
In recessed caves, mysteries hiding
Air-conditioned resorts
All the comforts of home
Freshly manicured grounds
Open spaces, room to roam
Marshmallow roasts round the campfire
Souvenir discounts for discriminating buyers
Visit G-d's country, drink in the fresh air
Wonders and attractions for everyone, everywhere
Kick back and relax -- weather's always sunny
'Till that magic moment when you run out of money
A hint of wood smoke in the air
Mornings chill, days are fair
Only a few weeks ago
Hazy and hot humidity the foe
To keep cool what did you do
Walk the beach or dip in the pool
To fill your summer memories book
Will you often think of the walks you took
Hiking, sailing whatever the sport
Or maybe some tennis on the court
Cookouts, clambakes with family and friends
Some of those days were as gems
Maybe baseball was more your pace
Or watching the America Cup Race
A friendly place was the ocean
Now it's full of angry motion
Soon breakers will crash the shore
Where gentle wavelets lapped before
Remember again those summer days
When Spring seems so far away
Flowers slumber in their beds
While leaves turn to gold and reds
Indian Summer the final farewell
Before Winter covers valleys and dells
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