Archive for August 1st, 2016
Summer 2016
Today we enter the ‘dog days of summer’. Gardens are beginning to peak with vegetable and flower bounty. Blackberries and pears, apples and grapes are ripening, BBQ’s and air-conditioners are getting a workout. Cool salads, cool drinks an cool breezes are gladly welcomed and enjoyed with relish.
Outdoor living, camping, concerts, baseball games, swimming and hiking are just a few activities that move into high gear in summer.
To enjoy the fullness of the season, there are some precautions to take: sunscreen, hydration, moderation and pacing are important.
This is a good time to begin preparations for the fall harvest and for the coming of winter. Like ants, bees and squirrels, it is a good time to stock up on batteries, emergency food and water, replace furnace filters, and do necessary repairs.
Wishing you all a rich and vibrant August, full of the magic and wonder of the season.
