Summer has finally arrived – ahh! I’ll be kicking off this weekend with an extended weekend (Love taking Fridays off in the Summer!!) and a day trip to East Hampton to see a theater play called LUV a Comedy at the Guild Hall. So let me count the ways I Love Summer, and please join in with me.
What I Love About Summer! Here are some of my Favorites.
- Sunshine waking me up at the rise of dawn shining through my bedroom window. Just so Revitalizing! Longer summer days and sunshine makes some worries go away.
- Running outdoors in the parks, in the neighborhoods, in the sun, in the shade, whether early or late in the day. Discovering new paths and personal journeys along the way!
- Seeing my neighborhood come alive and spending more time with my neighbor friends.
- Summer Days when the temperature is just right and the cross breeze from my bedroom to the living room is simply perfect and calming.
- Outdoor Activities/Events – Canoeing, White Water Rafting, Hiking, Trips out East, Concerts/Performances in the Parks.
- Places that make me feel like I’m on vacation and I don’t even have to travel that far. Best part is Long Island offers so many of these places, such as Huntington Village/Harbor, Northport Village, Babylon Village, Fire Island, Long Beach, Hamptons, Montauk and so many more.
- Having new outdoor adventures, traveling, and weekend getaway trips. Especially love being out on the water – so relaxing and liberating! And this Summer I’m going to Learn how to Sail at WaterFront Center in Oyster Bay, NY!
- Camp like activities that make me feel like I’m a Camper again! Some of my fondest memories of childhood are from Suffolk Y JCC Day Camp at Henry Kaufmann Campgrounds.
- Walks from Robert Moses to Fire Island Lighthouse. Walks through the villages and trips to the Farmer Markets/Farm Stands.
- Picnics, BBQ parties and other fun family/friends gatherings and celebrations!
- Dining alfresco at a bistro, by the water, and on my balcony – Day or Night. Indulging in the many different flavors of Ralph’s Ices or authentic homemade Ice Cream!
- Reading by the pool and pretending I’m on vacation somewhere. Just getting lost in the moment.
- Forgetting and Letting go of responsibilities and Simply Resting, Relaxing, and Rejuvenating!
- What makes this summer even more special is that I’ve been featured in FITNESS Magazine in the Fit Life – I Did It! section for the July/August 2012 issue that is out on the newsstands right now. Check it out if you haven’t seen it already. This is the best early birthday gift a girl could ever ask for – I’m an August birthday girl. Thanks for celebrating this moment with me!
So tell me, what do you Love about Summer? What have been your past favorite Summer moments/memories? Let’s build a list of Summer Fun!
Haven’t really planned much for the Summer yet, we’ll then be sure to check out one of my favorite magazines, Long Island Pulse, for an extensive planner of so many ideas, events, activities, festivals, fundraisers, arts & theatre performances, and restaurant guide! Summer time is the perfect time to Live in the Moment!
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Great article! I love summertime too! What I love is relaxing in my pool in the warmth of the sunshine and the cool of the water. Love walking around Huntington Village looking at all the shops, getting lunch followed by ice cream! Also love walking around the neighborhood with my baby in the stroller and the puppy in tow. Congrats again on your article in Fitness magazine….that is just such a wonderful accomplishment, so exciting and shows how your hard work, dedication and perseverance paid off!
Robyn – Yes, Love how you cherish every moment w/your newborn! Appreciate you sharing your fun summer moments and activities! Thanks so much for all your unbelievable support and encouragement! It really means so much!! – Sarina