TUESDAY, 9.10.02

What will I miss about the summer? Lots of things! For some reason I was really gung ho about this summer. Normally, I don't get as into it because I hate when it gets too hot. Ironically, this has been one of the hottest summers since I've lived in Boston, but I think I balanced this summer out nicely with lots of fun and new activities:

  • Working on the new garden. And continually watching it.
  • Making the usual trips up to Vermont - swimming in the water holes.
  • Not putting on a jacket every time I go outside.
  • Summer sunsets.
  • Bringing Dexie outside in my arms to look at the garden.
  • Salads - tuna, egg, pasta and potato.
  • The beach - even if only a few times.
  • Reading.
  • Martinis on the porch with Bob.
  • Everything professional slowing down.
  • The sun. Baking in it.
  • Visiting Mom.
  • The daylight being out longer.
  • Our new air conditioner.
  • Lots of visitors.
  • Listening to music in the car with the windows down, sun roof opened and driving.
  • Barbecues (I guess everyone says that one).
  • I'm sad it's over but fall is just around the corner...