So glad to hear someone reference that there are a number of ways do define the seasons. I like the definition that makes the start of autumn in august.
There sure are. I’ve never been particularly tied to any definition; when my children were attending school I used to think of its start as coinciding with Labour Day, but now I might start thinking of it as coinciding with my need for a jacket. 😉
Love that definition. Yet, after a week of a bit cooler days, teasing me into thinking summer was over, it will be 30C today and for the next couple of days. But I hold out hope that sweaters and flannel shirts are still in my future.
Thank you. 🙂 We have some lovely temperatures coming up for this week: 25-28C and I plan on fully enjoying them, surtout sans fumée. Sorry to hear that you’re getting a burst of high temperatures again, but it will cool off soon and the sweaters and flannel shirts will definitely emerge!
…or when the furnace starts coming on. It only got to 12C here yesterday with smoke so thick you could chew it. That’s cabin fever in September and I don’t like it much. Have a great Tuesday Lynette. Allan
Oh Allan, I’m so sorry to hear that. I know exactly what you mean when you say that you “could chew it;” great description. At least the drop in temperature should help the fire fighting efforts.
Yes, when the furnace comes on – I forgot that one!
I like summer, though it has always been my least favorite season. As an artist fall and spring are the best, wonderful colors. So like you I will remember this summer, yet I am quite happy to get out the yellow ocher and burnt sienna.
Spring and autumn are also great months for photography, too. I think that with the arrival of my retirement at the end of October, the seasons might not be as important to me as they have been, although I’m happy to avoid or skip the worst parts of winter. Having done six winters in the Northwest Territories where December, January and February temperatures regularly go down to -40 – 45C (-40 – 49F), I’ve had enough cold. The wonderful autumn colours will be arriving soon, Terry. Cheers.
I have not spent as much time in the far north as you, but in my working days was often in Fairbanks, Barrow, and other far north places for a bit, so I get what you are saying. Sweaters I am ready for, but not seeking out an arctic parka.
I agree; I can do sweaters and jackets but no more parkas. Mine was completely wonderful; the outside layer would freeze, but I was very warm, sometimes even too warm, but I don’t want to wear it anymore!
Hi Linda, yes, it sure is, but we’re starting to have some really lovely days now. Warm but not hot and the first signs of autumn beginning to show. Cheers.
Hard to believe meteorological summer is over. Happy Labour Day Lynette. Allan
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Thank you, Allan. Agreed, and it was so shortened with all the fires and smoke. Not a good one. I hope your air quality has improved.
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So glad to hear someone reference that there are a number of ways do define the seasons. I like the definition that makes the start of autumn in august.
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There sure are. I’ve never been particularly tied to any definition; when my children were attending school I used to think of its start as coinciding with Labour Day, but now I might start thinking of it as coinciding with my need for a jacket. 😉
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Love that definition. Yet, after a week of a bit cooler days, teasing me into thinking summer was over, it will be 30C today and for the next couple of days. But I hold out hope that sweaters and flannel shirts are still in my future.
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Thank you. 🙂 We have some lovely temperatures coming up for this week: 25-28C and I plan on fully enjoying them, surtout sans fumée. Sorry to hear that you’re getting a burst of high temperatures again, but it will cool off soon and the sweaters and flannel shirts will definitely emerge!
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…or when the furnace starts coming on. It only got to 12C here yesterday with smoke so thick you could chew it. That’s cabin fever in September and I don’t like it much. Have a great Tuesday Lynette. Allan
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Oh Allan, I’m so sorry to hear that. I know exactly what you mean when you say that you “could chew it;” great description. At least the drop in temperature should help the fire fighting efforts.
Yes, when the furnace comes on – I forgot that one!
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This was a good way to recap the nicer parts of the summer.
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Thank you, Anneli. Yes, there were good bits, but they were in rather short supply this time.
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Yes, it is.
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Agreed. Cheers. 🙂
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I love the vibrant colours of summer, so nicely featured in the geraniums and peacock photos! Happy Labour Day!
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Thank you, Belinda. I love them too and while autumn’s vibrancy is imminent, summer’s are better, I think.
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Beautiful colors in this photo collection, particularly the peacock; he’s very handsome.
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Thank you very much. 🙂 Yes, the Naramata peacocks are an iconic symbol of that nearby village.
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I like summer, though it has always been my least favorite season. As an artist fall and spring are the best, wonderful colors. So like you I will remember this summer, yet I am quite happy to get out the yellow ocher and burnt sienna.
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Spring and autumn are also great months for photography, too. I think that with the arrival of my retirement at the end of October, the seasons might not be as important to me as they have been, although I’m happy to avoid or skip the worst parts of winter. Having done six winters in the Northwest Territories where December, January and February temperatures regularly go down to -40 – 45C (-40 – 49F), I’ve had enough cold. The wonderful autumn colours will be arriving soon, Terry. Cheers.
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I have not spent as much time in the far north as you, but in my working days was often in Fairbanks, Barrow, and other far north places for a bit, so I get what you are saying. Sweaters I am ready for, but not seeking out an arctic parka.
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I agree; I can do sweaters and jackets but no more parkas. Mine was completely wonderful; the outside layer would freeze, but I was very warm, sometimes even too warm, but I don’t want to wear it anymore!
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And, yes they are great for you photographers, cant wait to see your photos as you have more time.
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Thank you, Terry. There will be more as my time starts to become my own over the next two months.
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Hang on to your lovely summer memories as things cool down!
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Sorry I’m late to respond to your comment as I just found it in my spam, which is rather strange.
Yes, I definitely plan to treasure these beautiful days. Cheers.
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ot was my dream to see a peacock navigate the world freely. this is beautiful
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Thank you very much. 🙂 These peacocks lead a good life.
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Lovely set of pictures. It’s always tough to say goodbye to the warmer days of summer, but thankfully the best is yet to come with autumn!
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Hi Linda, yes, it sure is, but we’re starting to have some really lovely days now. Warm but not hot and the first signs of autumn beginning to show. Cheers.
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