Every year around February, I find myself dreaming about warm weather and light clothing. However, by August, I’m ready for a break. While summer has its charms, certain aspects can become tiresome as the season progresses. If you’re experiencing mixed feelings about the impending arrival of fall, here are some reasons why I’m grateful that summer is coming to a close.
- Sunscreen Application: With three children, the task of applying sunscreen feels like a full-time job. The choice between natural and chemical options adds to the stress. Natural sunscreens take ages to apply, prompting thoughts of finding additional employment to afford it, while the chemical ones raise concerns about long-term health effects.
- Sand Everywhere: I adore the beach, but the sand that comes home with us is another story. It ends up in the car, the house, and even in our food, as well as clinging to my children’s hair, no matter how many baths they take.
- Mosquitoes: Not everyone has to contend with mosquitoes, but those of us in certain regions certainly do. It’s challenging to enjoy a summer evening when swarms of these pests are relentlessly attacking. The effectiveness of citronella candles seems negligible against their persistent presence.
- Fear of Bees: Our kids have an irrational fear of bees, or even flies they mistakenly identify as bees. None of them have been stung, which I suppose is a blessing, but their panic can be quite overwhelming. I managed to handle a wasp in our home this summer, which has kept them at bay since then.
- Frequent Injuries: Summer seems to bring out the clumsiness in children. Between scraped knees, splinters, and bicycle accidents, I find myself constantly reaching for Band-aids. It’s as if Band-aid companies thrive solely on summer mishaps.
- Long Days with Late Bedtimes: You’d think that with shorter days approaching, bedtime would be easier, but our kids insist it’s still too bright out. Summer activities often extend late into the night, making it hard to enforce a bedtime routine.
- Foot Care Fatigue: At the start of summer, painting my toenails feels delightful. By late August, however, I’m ready to hide my feet away until next summer.
- Constant Shaving: The summer heat means frequent shaving. I’ve experimented with various hair removal methods, but I always revert to shaving. In the cooler months, I can afford to skip a day without worrying about judgment.
- Mountains of Laundry: You might think summer would mean less laundry, but the opposite is true. Between swimming, dirt, and grass stains, it seems like there’s a never-ending pile of clothes—half of which are towels.
- Unpleasant Heat: I’ve never enjoyed sweating. It’s tolerable during exercise, but the discomfort of simply being hot is unwelcome. Ideally, temperatures should not exceed 75 degrees with low humidity, except perhaps at the beach.
As summer winds down, I find myself ready for the structure and cooler weather of fall. I look forward to cozy evenings with hot chocolate, reminiscing about the sweltering days of summer, and perhaps even planning for the future. For those interested in family planning, be sure to check out this excellent resource on intrauterine insemination, and for those looking to boost fertility, here’s a helpful guide worth exploring. And if you’re considering home insemination options, this authority on the topic can provide valuable insights.
In summary, while summer has its perks, the end of the season brings relief from the heat, chaos, and discomfort it often entails.
Keyphrase: summer is almost over
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