Setting Essay There is a place high in the limestone bluffs of Southern Illinois, where Daniel loves to spend his time. He perches on fallen tree trunks and watches flowers bloom in the springtime. He inhales their fragrant smell and daydreams until evening. This green haven of luscious moss and feathery ferns is peaceful year round. In the lazy days of summer, the soil is soft and fertile, and wildlife abounds. Squirrels and chipmunks, birds …showed first 75 words of 264 total…

…showed last 75 words of 264 total…as he sighs in contentment. In the winter he brings his dog, Charlie, to the woods and they seek out white tail deer. The airy snow freckles their faces s they wander together through the freshly fallen blanket of white. Bare twigs crackle above them and lone birds chirp sullenly. Daniel smiles to himself. He has found his own niche in a busy world. He hums a tune and continues merrily on his journey. End