Summer is

Have you ever had one of those days where there are a whole lot of different things going on, little things and not so little things, some of which have minimal consequences, and some of which have the potential for unknown and possibly deeply moving outcomes?

These days usually start out just like any other. Perhaps we are in the midst of the morning routines, but once the visit to the gym and the habitual morning ablutions are complete, the rest of the day can take place.

Some of us are on the job, even though there may be little or no demand for our presence in an official capacity right at the present moment. In truth, this is a welcome respite that allows us to catch up on any number of less important tasks (you know, the ones that usually get put on the back burner at other times, and sometimes wait a seeming eternity before they get attended to).

Of course, before we know it, the seasons will change again, so there are certain plans that have to be put into place, and certain details that must be attended to so that when the rush that characterises life at more hectic moments arrives, as it always does, we are better equipped (hopefully) to face the music.

Then there's always the possiblity of planning a get-away or two, either for 'official business' or for 'vacation' or just because ... and then there's always the adventure which is unfolding in a favorite novel or a current book, movie or other form of entertainment.

Summer is all this ... and more.