Wordy Woodpecker #2

The fire of change. At the forge, fire can transform unrefined ore into works of art. Before the fire, the ore is nameless, shapeless. But in the end, it stands as a truly refined piece. With fire, the weak, flimsy metal of iron can be transformed into hardened steel. Summer for many is an opportunity to refine themselves into who they want to be. With newly found freedom, one can refine one’s skills in the task of their choosing, from work skills to sports skills. And in the end, like steel, they become stronger.

The fire of Phoenix. In Greek and Egyptain mythology, the Phoenix was a marvelous bird that lives for 500 years. At the end of its life cycle, it builds a nest of cinnamon twigs and ignites it on fire along with itself. But out of the ashes, a new Phoenix arises from the ashes. To Egyptains, Greeks, and even early Christains, the Phoenix symbolized rebirth and resurrection. Summertime is a unique opportunity to resurrect what has been lost, from old friendships to old hobbies that couldn’t be continued during the other seasons. With the ability to escape the normal environment to tropical beaches, one can even resurrect parts of them within their new, if abit temporary context.

The fire of warmth. From ancient times to modern times, fire has brought warmth to dark and lonely nights. It brings comfort to those who need it, and provides the most warmth to those that become closer. Summer is a time where one can enjoy even the smallest of things with another. And like a fire, it gets warmer the closer one gets.

The campfire. The quintessential image from camping, as person among person rest their weary knees and bask in the fire and the stories of their companions. At the campfire, the fire of change burns, as people get valuable insights from each other. At the campfire, the fire of Phoenix burns, as old friendships are resurrected and become stronger. At the campfire, the fire of warmth burns, as people get closer from learning more about each other.