[Fastskiguy]

Originally Posted by ThirdOfFive

Never quite felt that way.

My wife and I play golf year-round; in the summers most often in the afternoons because courses for the most part are wide open. When my wife is not hitting the ball she is usually sheltering under an umbrella or under a tree. For myself, neither are necessary. I also enjoy walking on a summer afternoon; far fewer people. In winter, no matter where you are in TV, you're surrounded by people, oftentimes noise, always distractions. Not so on a summer walk. You can take time to enjoy the sights and the weather unbothered by internal combustion engine noise and odors, dangerous golf-cart jockeys, etc.

It is odd, maybe, but I've heard other Minnesotans say the same thing: my body seems to absorb the summer sun and heat, feeling more alive in the process. I don't discount what it could do: I drink plenty of water, iced tea, etc., but I welcome the summer sun rather than sheltering from it.

Maybe I should adopt your attitude, it sure beats bitching about the sun. Thanks for the comment

Joe