Didn't think that you'd get away without a whiny post, did ya?
There is some sort of nostalgia or melancholy in me this past week. And as I've thought about it so much, trying to put a name to it or to describe it perfectly, I've come to the conclusion that I'm summer weary.
It is no secret how summer and I aren't best friends. Give me the darkening fall and winter before any amount of sun. And this summer has been uncommonly sunny. Is it possible to have the reverse of S.A.D.? And even I have fallen victim to actually getting out and enjoying what this season has to offer more often than usual. In fact, there were even a few times that I wanted to write about how I can understand at times why people love the days of summer.
This week has again been in the 100s. Clear and bright, very sharp, vivid with no blurred edges or softness. Harsh heat that has everyone thirsty and hot for a break. The crankiness in this house has risen to unheard of levels for all of us. I can't remember a day in this past month of July where the kids have went without melting fits before the day ends. It is almost like a daily requirement for an almost 4 and almost 2 year old. It never seems to be quiet or calm out. People on the sidewalks, in cars. In all of the yards around our house I can hear swimming pools filled with kids, birds, lawnmowers and weedeaters, construction and constant busy-ness. Conversations and sounds of activity that never stops in summer. With no snow or dark to buffer the sound.
This week I've wanted to jump into the computer screen or into the book page to wrap myself in someone else's experiences. I've been loving a book, maybe my fave for this year, but the reading doesn't seem to do it justice. I want to experience it, taste it, smell it, heat it like an addict to put into my veins. But I still cannot escape how hot it is outside, even when I'm air conditioned to chilly. Nothing seems to be comfort enough.
Tomorrow, I get to get away for the day, which I hope remedies me. An art festival on the other side of the mountains where it will be cooler with a friend.
And as an afterthought that might be a solution or an answer to all of this, did I mention that my in-laws are in town?
Back to the book.
Here and Nowhere Else: Late seasons of a farm and its family by Jane Brox
And just wait a few days. I'm sure that this will lead to another PC post soon! I could have made this a TT of why I don't care for summer, but thirteen would come too quickly. Maybe I could do a thirty-three?
9 comments:
I've never known another person to dislike summer before now. It has never been my favorite...it drains rather than energize me. I feel like I survive summer; other people experience it. I, too, find comfort/solace/ 'something' from fall and winter.
I hope this passes for you soon.
i think "summer weary" is a good description. while i'm not a big fan of winter's snow and cold, i'm definitely in the mood for some overcast skies and lower temperatures!
Sending big, refreshing hugs your way!
I hear ya!
mp
Well, my preference is autumn and spring, but as you know summer has to beat out hard winters. I like snow, but only a few times a year. I am definitely one of those people who get depressed from a gray sky. And the circulation in my body is not so good. I need someone to warm me up on those cold nights if I were to ever go up north again. LOL!
But I can understand how summer could be draining for someone who isn't used to it. Right now my car's AC died, so I can't stand going out much myself. I'm not a fan of being sweaty and sticky.
We are such kindred spirits! I think I too have the reverse of SAD. I had summer and the heat and humidity and the brightness. I long for fall, my favorite season.
Stay cool dearie... I know you will. :)
xo,
Mary Beth :)
I love summer, but I also love rainy days where you can curl up inside. Sometimes when it's so sunny and beautiful outside it's hard to not go out and feel like you have to enjoy it, but it's nice to just relax. What about an air conditioned movie theater?
I always figured summer was so hot and winter was so cold to make us appreciate how nice fall and spring are.
Chin up. :)
I hear ya hun! I have a strong distaste for being hot and sticky too! I get that summer lovers love the beach and being out in the warm sun....but I'm far too concerned with getting sunburnt! Give me a snuggly winter's day and I'm in heaven ;)
Though I have recognised in the last few years that I spend the whole of winter worrying that its going to be over soon...so I don't really enjoy it either! I annoy myself...
I hope your day out with your friend was a refreshing change :) and here's hoping the weather cools down for you very soon :) :)
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