So Very Young In 1961

Reminiscing about memories of younger days, play- ing with my sisters and brother. We were always together no matter what, running through the desert, climbing Papago Mountain - Hole in the Rock. Looking out over the city, towards the tiny down- town area of Phoenix, yet so very young in 1961. Corruption was around, but no where like it is today, a simple and easy life in the desert. Playing, discovering all kinds of treasures every- where we looked, eyes always catching on something sparkling from the desert rocks and floor. Their sparkles tempting us to pick them up, bringing them home with us to be used as treasures for our Barbie dolls whenever we played with them.