The Last Samurai

My Place of Refuge

For a number of people visiting places of significance can be the channel for changing one's point of view on life, recharging one's emotional battery, or growing closer to one's family and friends. These favorite places could have characteristics such as captivating beauty, sentimental value or a refuge of serenity. My favorite place where I find refuge is at Pomme De Terre Lake near Bolivar, Missouri. This is where I find a connection with my family and friends. The lake is a place to reflect on times spent growing up and now a place to make new memories with my family and friends. A place to find refuge from normal day-to-day life and take in the beauty of such a splendid area that God created.

1. The smells surround me in an irresistible craving for the lake.

A. The smell of the dew in the morning

B. Smells of the campfires

C. Waking up by the aroma of the bacon frying.

2. As I think of the aroma of the bacon frying it brings my to the sensational tastes

created at the lake.

A. The flavor of the bacon in your mouth.

B. I take delight in the taste of the smoked turkey on July 4.

C. The taste of a cold beer while spending a hot day on the lake or enjoying

a late night game of cards.

3. The magnificent sights created at the lake.

A. Blazing orange and red colors created by the flames of the campfire.

B. The marvelous scene of an evening sunset.

C. The view of our family enjoying time together at the lake.

4. The sounds of the lake create a refuge from the normal day-to-day life.

A. The voices of my family talking and laughing

B. The roaring of the engines of the boats racing up and down the water.