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Is That You Summer?!! Hello, Come on In!!

One of the best times of the year has arrived (yes I’m a little bias :-))!

Summer is officially here!! Today marks the official first day of summer also known as the summer solstice! This solstice marks the official beginning of summer in the Northern Hemisphere, occurring when Earth hits the point in its orbit where the North Pole is at its maximum tilt (about 23.5 degrees) toward the Sun, resulting in the longest day (meaning the period of sunlight hours) and shortest night of the calendar year.

Photo credit: Tauʻolunga

Interestingly, after the solstice, the Sun appears to reverse its course and return towards the opposite direction. So enjoy the day and the beautiful sun!!

To get you further in the mood, check out this Summer Soul Mix to usher you into the new season!

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Summer is Here!! Happy Summer Solstice 2023!!

Ahhhhh Yes!! Today is the official first day of summer or #SummerSolstice!! This solstice also marks the longest day (the longest period of sunlight hours) and the shortest night of the calendar year.

This is one of my favorite times of the year!! And to get you ready, let me drop some summertime hits that are bound to get you in the mood!!

Summertime (1991) ~DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince

Summertime Anthem (2011) ~Eric Roberson feat. Chubb Rock

Feels Like Summer/Summertime Magic (2018) ~Childish Gambino

As the weather is getting warmer, the days are longer, and spring says farewell it’s time to fuel up the barbecue, dust off your favorite bathing suits, and clear your calendar for some summertime fun!!

“Everything good, everything magical happens between the months of June and August.”

—Jenny Han, The Summer I Turned Pretty