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my favorite thing about summer.....I absolutely love hearing the chirping of the crickets and the steamy mornings when I walk my dog....just thinking about it makes me happy!!!

I love, love, love the warm weather, not having to get up and go to work (I'm a teacher) and traveling in our pop-up trailer.

Going to the beach for Memorial Day weekend is a great way to start summer!

Hanging out in the backyard lit by tiki torches, eating ice cream with the kiddos!

The Sun!!!!!

Summer for the past 23 years reminds me of the wonderful joy of childbirth. Both of my children were born in July. When the weather warms, it reminds me of them even as they are now away at college. No season ever makes me as happy as when I look into my son and daughters eyes. Hello Summer!

having a cold, drippy ice block outside on a hot day.

longer sun filled days full of sprinklers, swimming and all things WET to help us stay cool in the hot Arizona heat!

I usually look forward to trips to the local pool with my daughters; it's closed for renovation. Long summer ahead. But, I am anxious for warmer days, iced tea on the deck, a slightly more relaxed schedule and maybe a day trip to the beach.

My favorite thing about summer is the easy, laid back feeling. From that meaning flip-flops, to no hurrying home for school night bedtimes, to lingering outside because it's nice out....summer means ease....

all of us having a cold, drippy ice block outside on a hot day.

Summer reminds me of the birth of my children. Both were born in July. When the weather warms I feel the rush of love that I felt the first time I layed eyes on them! Even thou they are away at college, just seeing the bright sun and warm wind, I can feel them close. Hello summer!

I love the long daylight hours!!

Hot days & muggy nights, sprinklers & grillin',
Lightin' bugs & crickets, icee's & snowballs, watermelon & fresh peas-- uuuuhhhhh I LOVE summer!!!

My favorite thing about summer is swimming! I can't wait until it's warm enough to swim.

Quiet mornings working while the kids sleep in...hot sunny days spent playing in the sprinkler or pool...baseball games...sun-kissed cheeks...blond highlights...sundresses...lightning bugs...barbecues...campfires...s'mores... I love summer!

Staying up late -- since I don't have to get the kids on the bus at 7 a.m., I can stay up later!

Catching fireflies in the yard with the kids, the farmers market, watching the kids play baseball/softball, swimming @ grandpa's house, and lazy mornings.

My favorite thing about the summer months is definitely flip flops!!! I also enjoy all the happenings and goings on... planning some fun family activities for our weekends together!

catching fireflies...

my favorite thing about summer is flip flops and also the warm, sunny days!!!!

I love family getaways where we can't be distracted by everyday life and errands and just enjoy eachother.

I love sleeping in a bit and having time to organize the house since I teach school and don't work in the summer. Ah, bliss! I love being able to go to Portland on a WEEKNIGHT! Maybe take in a concert at the zoo, or hit a brewpub with my husband and spend more time with family. Sitting on the deck...the list goes on and on.

Oh my, I so look forward to summer time because of the laid back-ed-ness.. the spontaneity. The memories made!

My favorite thing about the summer months is spending time by the lakefront...walking, riding bikes, and enjoying the fantastic view!