Welcome to the longest week of the year!
This past Sunday marked the summer solstice. The Earth’s North Pole is at its maximum tilt toward the sun shedding long days of light onto the northern hemisphere. Throughout history this has been a time where we have celebrated the sun. The crops thrive in the warmer climates, festivals liven up our cities, and children thrilled to be out of school run half-naked through sprinklers. It is a time to relax, be outdoors, and feel the sun on our face and shoulders.
In many cultures, this is also a season of gratitude. A time when we can breathe deep and be thankful that indeed light concurs over darkness. That we grow stronger and taller when we receive the warmth around us. And that it is important to our well-being to embrace and appreciate the sun in all its forms.
So let’s be thankful, enjoy the brighter days and get out and have some fun!