The four long months of summer are my darkest times.
To me, summer is the season of my worst depression. The whole world feels more hostile. Everyone seems to work longer hours and be in more of a hurry. The pace of life is hectic and unsustainable. The relentless sun punishes anyone who has to be under its burning rays all day. Everything seems to be burning, from the roof shingles that are hot enough to cook eggs, to the grass which never seems to get enough rain, to the back of my neck, upon which I never seem to apply enough sunscreen. Tempers are shorter - mine especially. The only relief is going swimming or hiding out in the air conditioning. Occasionally a cloud will block the sun and offer a minute of relief. If we are really lucky, we will get a brief rain shower. But the rain moves out, and sunshine and powerful humidity move back in.
Yesterday marked a milestone for us summer-haters.
It was the longest duration of daylight we will experience all year, meaning the days are now growing shorter. A sign that better times are coming. Painfully slowly, but coming eventually. Three more months before the weather really makes changes for the better. Three more months of hating the sunlight and warmth. Three more months of longing for cloudy, cool days of wearing hooded sweatshirts, enjoying campfires, and hot, hearty meals.
Almost one year ago, I wrote a post similar to this one. Read it here if you'd like. It basically describes how autumn brings back my optimism and lust for life after the bleak days of summer.
It's common for people's attitudes to be affected by the weather.
But I am apparently a strange character, considering most people seem to enjoy the sunshine, long hours of daylight, and the heat. I don't understand what makes this time of year so enjoyable. Perhaps someday I will. If I didn't have such sentimental attachment and family ties to this area, I would certainly move to a cooler climate. But this is home, so I must take the bad with the good.
If you live somewhere cool and cloudy, I envy you! Enjoy the weather, and have a great day!
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I can totally relate! You are not alone! I dread the heat, sweat and sunburns. And I also notice craziness of society picks up! I love the fall! Cool crisp mornings, leaves, pumpkins, cozy outfits! It's coming my friend, we'll get through it! 🌥
Thank you! Craziness, short tempers, and irritability all increase (in my observation). Fall and winter just feel more laid-back and family-oriented. :)
@frieda,
I am glad I am not the only one who loves winter. You can dress so elegantly in winter, no sweating or uncomfortable because of the heat
Yes, I love to wear layers of clothing and not sweat!
I am quite of your opinion the more I love the summer car I love to bathe. But I also love the winter because everything slowed down due to the snow, and the atmosphere is warm when noel approaches. Unfortunately winter is no longer a good time for me. My brother died a year and a half ago on December 23rd. So it became a very difficult time for me. In any case do not let go, enjoyed life, meet people. I really like your writing style you have talent.
Thank you! I'm sorry you endured such a tragedy, especially so close to Christmas.
You should move to Scottland, most of the time there isn't so hot.
I like summer, but summers are a bit milder here in The Netherlands than where you are. We do get a few really hot days, like this week, a bit over the top for me, but survivable.
It's survivable, you're right. Just unpleasant. There are certainly hotter places to live.
Everyone has the right to their preferences! I really love summer and sunny weather, for example! And what time do you like?
October through December - the three best months, in my opinion.
Autumn - not bad choice!)
I think almost everyone likes autumn. Especially men, because it is football and hunting season.
I love autumn through, what is the most mushroom season of the year! I really love to gather wild forest mushrooms, we call it "quiet hunting"
Awesome phost man. Keep it up
Thank you.
I love fall time too. I work outside all year round, and I admit, summer is now my least favorite season. After moving to Arkansas I've experienced weeks of high 90's with almost 100% humidity without rain each summer. It makes work that much harder. I've found placing a wet bandana on my head and keeping it wet throughout the day brings enough relief that I can make through the long work day. Thanks for sharing.
Yep, I soak my cap in cold water every chance I get to keep my head cool. I also keep spray bottles of water around to mist off and try to dissipate heat. It definitely works. I don't envy your Arkansas heat! Iowa is hot enough...
my norwegian bf is also a summer hater :P :P
Sweet! Life is just more enjoyable in cold weather!
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