The Joys of Summer

By: Bonnie Moss
Submitted: 2007-01-17 16:40:02
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For those who live in the temperate zone
 summer started last June 21st. Let us toast 
 to the season. Yes, Summer is here!
At one point, I thought  summer was going
 fast forward to autumn. Such is the temperament 
 of the weather. At times, it is unpredictable. It must
 be frustrating for the meteorologists. However, 
 it helps to pay attention to the forecast.
Enjoy we must, the good warm days of summer.
 It goes so fast- and never long enough for all the 
 things planned for this summer. Some of us try to plan
 projects ahead. Yet, well into the season, those
 renovation plans are going slow, painfully slow.
 Grin and bear it- it’s not the end of the world.
 I try not to be a slave to my projects. There are
 endless interruptions that slow-down the process
 for me. So, I appreciate what is done, there is 
 always next summer.
Gardener:
Enjoy the fruits, the beauty of your garden and
 all that hard work. Savor the sweet scents floating 
 from your garden. Immerse your spirit in the colors 
 bursting from your flowers. Each flower offers an 
 attraction that is inviting even to a non-gardener.
Take the time to sit and meditate, relax. Take a book 
 outside and read to your heart's content. Catch up
 with your summer reading. Don't feel guilty about
 lazing around. It's good for your body, it's good for
 your spirit.
Don’t let the weeds annoy you. By this time, they 
 are growing as faster than you can pull them out. 
 Think of your weeding as a great exercise, allows
 you to do your bending, walking , take some
 deep breathes and stretch as you.
Quieten your mind and you gain better perspective,
 deeper insights into life's daily challenges.
Traveler:
Drive to arrive. Safe travel starts with a safe
 vehicle and good driving habits, awareness of
 road safety and road courtesy, which the young
 ones can start to learn. Plan your trip carefully.
Have a good conversation with the family about
 the trip, keep the young ones informed and excited
 about where you're taking them. Teach them
 to be good passengers and not whine too much.
 Children love to be treated like adults. 
 This is a good time for children to learn to admire
 Nature’s beauty and bounty.
A good information about your destination would be
 helpful - this way, you will not lose precious time 
 trying to locate places. Make sure you have a good 
 emergency supply and first aid kit, flashlight , water
 and nibbles, important telephone numbers, cell phone 
 battery charged. A spare blanket can come in handy.
Don’t push yourself too hard to get “there.” A good
 planning will ensure that the driver does not get 
 too tired to enjoy the trip.
 Happy travelling.
Housebound or no plans to go anywhere:
Don't fret. Get outside and enjoy the summer breeze, 
 listen to the birds singing, have a hummingbird feeder 
 and watch those little birds flap their wings furiously 
 as they enjoy their treat. If you don’t have the energy
 to plant a garden, enjoy the beauty of a neighbor’s
 garden and tell them so.
Have some of your dear friends over for a short visit. 
 There are all kinds of take out food so you don't have 
 to slave over a hot stove. People are more than happy
 to come for a visit and won’t even mind bringing some
 food. Make it a pot-luck event.
Read, listen to your favorite music, or just enjoy 
 the peace and quiet. Visit that friend you’ve been
 thinking about these past years!
The sociable:
Don’t you just love having friends over for a barbecue! 
 Such fun. Those pesky and annoying flying insects are
 bothersome. There are good insect repellants. Light
 citronella candles, spread them around your yard. They
 don’t only repel insects, the lit candles add an aura of 
 serenity . Burn some incense for aroma.
Here's to a fun summer to all.

Bonnie Moss writes to inspire and to motivate her readers to explore the depths of their heart and soul and make a difference in this world. She draws from personal experience and her interest in the New Age Visit her website : http://goldencupcafe.net

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