I found this today... something I had written back in high school. I liked it... so I'm posting it :)

Advanced Writing
Descriptive Essay April 14, 2003
The heat of the bright sun beats down upon this small portion of the world. It’s as though this is the only place the sun is shining. It’s slowly waking everything in it’s path from winter slumber. All around, signs of change can be seen and soon the old will make way for the new.
Scattered throughout, trees stretch out their branches to greet the sun. The light glistens off the freshly sprouted leaves, making them glow of bright yellow. And in the center of this small world, a giant towers over the earth, protecting God’s creatures. It casts a shadow which shades all from the violent rays of the sun. More importantly, it acts as a shelter, a home to many feathered and furred friends. Each tree is beautiful in it’s own way, but in the distance, the most beautiful of them all stands. Though small in size, it’s red-tinted leaves attract everything around it. There is nothing surrounding it, as though it’s put on display for all to see.
Barely a noise can be heard, but the gentle wind, whispering to the world. It’s as though it’s telling a story. Gently the birds reply with a sweet whistle, as though to let the wind know it’s being heard. Soon the squirrels join in as well and a conversation has begun. It’s as though they all know what’s to come and are sharing the news with everyone. Their quiet conversation is soon interrupted by the buzzing of a lawn mower. Yet it does not seem to faze them and they carry on.
Soon, the aroma of freshly-cut grass fills the air. The wind also carries with it the scent of burning leaves, a smell familiar with summer. And as the smells blend together, they bring back memories of the past and make me look forward to what’s to come. Within weeks, fresh lilacs will bloom, filling the air with their sweet aroma. There is no greater scent than that of summer.
And for this moment, as I sit, the world seems perfect. Things of the past and things of the future are of no concern to me. All that matters is right here, right now. It’s as though your mind has separated from your body and all there is is to enjoy. Enjoy the beauty, the peacefulness, the life that surrounds me.
Signs of human life suddenly snap me back into reality. Small children glide by on roller-blades and follow a path that leads into the unknown. A small car whizzes by as though it’s in a hurry to get nowhere. The neighbors walk by quickly, as if they’re missing something important. All these are reminders of how life really is. People don’t get a chance to enjoy the simple things. Life becomes hectic. We get wrapped up in the unimportant things and don’t take time to enjoy the world’s splendor. Yet this place is a reminder of all the beauty there is and when life gets hectic, it beckons me to come, be silent, and just enjoy all it has to offer.