What I love about summer

07/02/10 · Filed in Daily Grind

Summer is by far my favorite season. Sure, it’s hot and humid and constantly running the A/C makes my electric bill skyrocket. But it’s still my fave for a few reasons.

1.) Outdoor activities – I love being outdoors, swimming and/or having a barbecue with friends and family. The taste of grilled food (burgers, hot dogs, vegetables, even pineapple) is something that you just can’t get year round and I look forward to it always. The dogs are always out enjoying soaking up the sunshine, birds are chirping, clouds big and fluffy…it takes me to a special place.

2.) Ice cream and popcicles – So I know that you can eat this any time of year. But really, I never want to in the winter time. Something about coming in from the heat and feeling that cold on your lips is refreshing and full of awesomeness.

3.) Summer blockbusters – Seems like tons of good movies always come out every summer. It’s always fun to go to the theater and see one, though now not as often because, well, have you BEEN to a movie lately? I practically have to spend half my week’s pay just to go, maybe have popcorn and a little dinner afterward.

4.) It’s easy to get ready and get out the door – Hello, summer clothing! I love the fact that when we decide to go somewhere during the summer, all I have to do is throw my hair up in a ponytail and put on some flip-flops. Did I mention that we’re not the most fashionable people? Shorts, tanks, and flip-flops FTW.

5.) Celebrating the 4th of July – I’d be one shitty American if I didn’t mention this on my list of awesome summer stuff. We love the fireworks, food, and spending time with family. Just a few common things that all Americans partake in and enjoy at the same time.

One of the big things my son loves about summer are of course, the animals. Late in the evening, we’ve been seeing a little family of bunnies emerge from the woods behind our house and explore the backyard. They hop around cautiously until they come upon a cluster of clover which is apparently DELICIOUS because they devour it in no time. We like to watch them, and every time Dylan tries to convince me that we should go out there and try to catch one. He wants a bunny as a pet. Also what he wants as a pet: a dolphin for our swimming pool. But something tells me that a bunny would be easier to maintain.

What are some of your favorite things about summer?

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