"summer, after all, is a time when wonderful things can happen to quiet people. for those few months, you're not required to be who everyone thinks you are, and that cut-grass smell in the air and the chance to dive into the deep end of a pool give you a courage you don't have the rest of the year. you can be grateful and easy, with no eyes on you, and no past. summer just opens the door and lets you out." - deb caletti
i just adore summertime. the long, sun-filled days stretching into those balmy nights with the sounds of crickets singing. it has a certain sweetness to it, don't you think? even though i don't get to experience the same joy of being out of school for the summer i still look forward to it with the same excitement. it just feels like there is so much more life to live during the summertime.
here's what i'm looking forward to doing most:
- take a bike tour of okc to explore hidden gems
- try out a few adventurous ice cream flavors including passion fruit, ricotta, and blackberry cheesecake
- resume sunset walks in the neighborhood with T and the pups
- master homemade pineapple preserves for an upcoming family celebration this summer
- soak up extra sun rays by the pool or lake with friends
- work on a couple of backyard projects to maximize al fresco dining
- take a taco tour of okc's best taco trucks in the southern metro area
- take advantage of happy hour drinks and oysters at the drake and o bar
- make use of the walking paths near my office by taking short breaks to clear my mind
- practice a better life-work-school balance with this semester's course...including making use of rest days
what are y'all looking forward to doing this season?
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