Drama

I don’t remember Memorial Day being such a big deal. Living in Southern California, summer starts long before the end of May, here in the north east, the timing couldn’t be more on point. Summer starts on Memorial Day. It’s warm! I’ve watched the leaves repopulate themselves on what looked like lifeless branches. I’ve watched flowers get ready and bloom. The hydrangea bushes I thinned are now thick with green leaves. The grass couldn’t be greener. Views are now obscured by trees and bushes and weeds. it’s amazing how this all took place in a month.

Summer feels like an exaggeration. A huge personality that showed up quite suddenly out of nowhere. I might need a minute to get used to all this extra daylight and heat and summeriness. I think the reason people like places with real seasons is the drama. I’ve always been slower to warm up to big changes. I like to wade in rather than jump, but I am a fan of drama, so I’m quite enjoying the show (and the warmth!)

Happy summer, everyone. I hope it’s a good one!