Summer hasn’t left yet …

“Summer nearly does me in every year. It’s too hot and the light is unforgiving and the days go on way too long.” ~Anne Lamott, humorist and author

We tend to think of late August as the end of summer — but the season isn’t officially over until the autumnal equinox, which falls this year on September 23. So let’s not rush things!

Don’t waste another minute complaining about heat and humidity. Grab a cold beverage and head for the front porch or patio. Invite summer to stay a while longer.

And while you’re at it, make plans to savor every fair-weather activity you can fit on your calendar for the next few weeks. A piece I wrote about the last days of summer contains my list of simple pleasures to enjoy before the season ends. If you missed it earlier, you can find it here. Wishing you a happy weekend and many opportunities to enjoy the season. ~CL

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