Dear Summer,
It has been great getting to spend time with you again this year. This time of year is always difficult because we must say goodbye, but we both know it is not forever, just for a year. It is amazing how much I have grown in just spending three months with you. I was stressed and agitated and overall, just exhausted when you came into my life in 2014. My first year of college had been hard, and although I did do well, the amount of stress that I had was almost unbearable. But you managed to take it all away. You gave me sleep, time to breathe, and time to reflect. I was able have fun and live care free for a brief period of time. It was absolutely wonderful. By the end of our three months I was calm, happy, and ready to take on Fall. You are truly amazing.
I was able to accomplish so much while spending time with you this year. It is sad knowing that all of this free time I once had to be productive (or lazy) is now gone. It has only been a week into classes and I find myself longing to be reconnected with you. I am behind on TV shows, I am sleep deprived, and I have work already piling up. Although I am still trying to remain calm, it is so hard. I wish you were here to help. Unfortunately Fall is starting to take your place, and we both know she is no help at all.
Good news though, I am still practicing yoga and meditation, both of which you taught me to love. They seem to help a lot with all the new stress. I am also continuing to eat healthy, something that’s easy with you, but hard with all of the other seasons. Hopefully if I continue these things until I see you in 2015, I won’t be as drained and stressed as I was this year.
Thank you for the great memories, Summer. You allowed me to spend time with my family and friends and there’s not much more anyone could ask for. I’m starting off the new school year without you, but stronger because of you. I promise I’ll take a break when I’m too stressed out and relax and just enjoy the next three seasons without you. I’ll see you in May.
Sincerely,
Carly
