25 Reasons To Love Summer!
June 24, 2013Summer, it turns me upside down
Summer, Summer, Summer
It's like a merry-go-round-The Cars, Magic
Happy summer! Friday June 21st marked the summer solstice and the official first day of summer 2013. Summer is the warmest season of the year and has the longest days and shortest nights and that makes for plenty of sunshine and lots of reasons to celebrate the season. Here are 25 reasons to love summer:
1. Camping trips and spending time with nature
2. Shopping at the Farmers Market for fresh fruits and veggies
3. Beach weather and swimming in the ocean
4. Barbeque time with family and friends
5. Stargazing on a warm night with clear skies
6. 4th of July celebrations and fireworks
7. State fairs and carnivals
8. Summer romances (Cue in the song Summer Nights from Grease)
9. Outdoor Drive-in Movies
10. Vacations and quality time with family and friends
11. Swimming, swimming, swimming
12. Fresh herbs from the garden
13. Outdoor dining (preferably by the lake or ocean!)
14. The feeling of the warm sun on your skin
15. Amazing thunderstorms and lightning
16. Flourishing gardens
17. Colorful flowers in full bloom
18. Ice cold lemonade or sweet tea tastes better on hot days
19. Beautiful sunrises and sunsets
20. Exercising outdoors
21. Walking barefoot in the grass
22. Exploring new hiking trails
24. Waterpark fun
25. Laying in the hammock with a good book
What are some of the reasons why you love summer? Share your comments below!