One summer when I was 8, my family rented a cabin by a lake. I have vivid memories of swimming in the cool, clear water, catching frogs and minnows, and roasting marshmallows over the campfire at night. But what made it truly special was the sense of being totally carefree and immersed in nature. For those two weeks, responsibilities melted away and I was just a kid allowed to run wild and soak up the simple joys of the outdoors. It's a feeling of pure happiness I've chased ever since.
What is one childhood memory that you treasure, and what makes it so special to you?
What is one childhood memory that you treasure, and what makes it so special to you?