June 20 was the official first day of summer, the longest day of the year, and, coincidentally, Father’s Day. A joyous moment in time, to be sure. However, while shopping for groceries recently, I must confess I was seriously tempted to throw an over-ripened avocado at an attention-seeking customer who felt the need to loudly inform anyone within earshot that the passing of the Summer Solstice only means the days are getting shorter. Read More
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