Summer
Summer is a time to enjoy the great outdoors and for most children, a time to enjoy a much needed break from school. The summer months are from the middle of June until the middle of September. Most people associate the start of summer with Memorial Day weekend and the end of it with Labor Day weekend. Many families enjoy vacations in the summer time that allow them to visit family, friends, historical locations, National parks, amusement parks in various areas of the world.
The thought of summer brings to mind backyard barbeques, swimming at the beach or local swimming pool, and enjoying ice cold tea and lemonade. Many people find summer time to be the most carefree season of the year for them and their families. Not everyone enjoys summer time though.
Summer can be extremely uncomfortable in some areas due to the heat. In some parts of Colorado, Arizona, and California the temperatures in the summer months can reach over 100 degrees by early morning. It can still be in the high 80’s when evening falls. It is important to have a good working air conditioner in your vehicles and homes to stay comfortable. The elderly and pregnant women seem to have the most trouble adapting to the summer months because the heat can drain them.
Each year there are many deaths as the result of people not being able to keep cool. Some of the worst involve small children who are left unattended in vehicles and die from the extreme heat. Pets are also susceptible to this because their bodies simply can’t adapt to the changes in the weather.
The summer months also seem to be one where many people experience vehicle troubles. They tend to overheat and many vapor lock in the extreme hot weather. With a vehicle that vapor locks, not enough gas is able to get to the carburetor and therefore the vehicle stops operating. Once the temperature outside drops the vehicle will start again without any trouble.
While the summer months can be difficult for many people if they are not prepared, it is also one of the best months that families look forward to. There is more time to spend outdoors enjoying nature and sports that can include the entire family. Simple thinks like going for walks and sharing ice cream can help families become closer.
