A change in seasons is on the horizon…The summer solstice is the day with the longest period of daylight and shortest night of the year in that hemisphere, when the sun is at its highest position in the sky.
The official first day of summer arrives with the solstice today at 10:42 p.m. EDT.
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.
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!
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
I am truly a sucker for a good book. Getting caught up in a good book definitely brings me much joy!! Books on top of Books, this is definitely something that you will not see a shortage of whether in my home or office. Black joy is not limited to one idea, much like reading diversely is not limited to one genre of interest.
Thus, today’s #BlackJoy moment is all about celebrating Black literary work that encompasses Pride, Juneteenth, and Summer Solstice! Along with my monthly book recommendation list, I am including books that exude and channel Black Joy!!
Black Joy Book List
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Dr. G’s Monthly Book Recommendations-June Edition
Happy Pride Month!! Happy Juneteenth!! and Happy Summer Solstice!!
By sharing these lists I hope they bring you much joy as you read them and please feel free to share these awesome literary treats/books by Black authors with your friends and family!!
And remember you can always go back and check out the previous month’s list and past recommendations in the “Resource” section of the website!!
“Never be afraid to sit a while and think.” ~Lorraine Hansberry
Black Future Feminist 