Ah, July. The month that launches us into the second half of the year. (I don't wanna stress anybody out, but there are one hundred and seventy seven days left until Christmas, which means we are officially closer to next Christmas than last, in case you were wondering.)
On the bright side, (if your mind is already going to next Christmas...) July is also the month in which we get to enjoy a little two day online thing called "Amazon Prime Day". (This year it's July 16 and 17th.)
Anywy.
I like July for lots of reasons, and another one is that it's National Ice Cream Month. This also includes National Ice Cream Day, which falls each year on July 16th. (Coincidence that it is also one of the two Amazon Prime Days? Maybe.)
Speaking of ice cream, if you have been a blog reader of mine for a while, you know I occasionally like to make homemade ice cream. It's easy, and yummy, and perfect for hot summer nights.
Probably my most favorite thing about July is the long, warm, (usually) cloudless days, with the sun staying up until around nine o'clock, and all of the colorful flowers blooming everywhere. It's nothing short of heaven to be able to go outside in the early mornings to enjoy my cup of cocoa full of floating mini marshmallows, and just take in the peaceful quiet beauty around me. I love my little house so, and being able to enjoy the outdoors each morning makes me appreciate it even more. (What's your favorite thing about this time of year?)
Welcome to the second half of twenty twenty four!