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Where are the summer lovers ?

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BlueBelle Fri 20-Jun-25 19:27:14

Anyone joining me in saying they are loving these few days of warmth
There’s a whole thread wishing the cool weather to come back
Am I the only one rejoicing in these few hot days ?
I can’t be alone surely
Please join me

escaped Sat 21-Jun-25 06:18:03

I read this thread title as going to be about holiday romances, - summer loves from bygone years!
Anyway, I enjoy the sun and everything it brings. People usually seem happier, more relaxed, or flopped out.

grandMattie Sat 21-Jun-25 04:53:34

I love summer for all sorts of reasons but…. I dislike the intense heat of the last few days.
I also find the sudden change from high teens to 30s overnight hard to deal with.
And, Bluebell, I have changed from hot water bottles to the selfsame bottles but frozen!

BlueBelle Sat 21-Jun-25 04:12:15

fidelity you’re on the wrong thread this is for sun lovers 🌞You have lots of ‘moaning about the sun’ threads going on at the moment This one is for the sun lovers 😎🌞

No thanks Nanna8 we have plenty of cold weather 10 months of the year, this is our little celebration

I feel free of clothes, of hot water bottles, of shivering and I m happy 🥳👹

nanna8 Sat 21-Jun-25 00:57:34

gamers= farmers

nanna8 Sat 21-Jun-25 00:57:12

Tell you what, you can have our cold weather. Swap. One good thing is it is usually bright sun everyday just now ( we have a drought) but it is decidedly chilly. I do feel sorry for the gamers, it never seems to rain.

Fidelity2 Fri 20-Jun-25 23:37:44

Bring back the cooler weather .My forehead is constantly wet with sweat ! My garden borders are so dry and I have newly set seeds and border plants. I have a watering ca can but endless tracks to the outdoor tap is so tiring.

pably15 Fri 20-Jun-25 23:19:07

It's lovely to wake up in the morning to sunshine, I love it ,can't sit out in it like I used to but it makes you feel happy, we just don't get it for long...

merlotgran Fri 20-Jun-25 23:18:43

Love it, love it, love it!
Up early, watering the garden in my pjs, any boring chores done before lunch, lazy afternoons and meeting up with friends.
Wimbledon, Glasto, the Proms.
Even if it cools down next week the evenings will still be light and my skin will still be tanned.

I hate winter.

henetha Fri 20-Jun-25 23:13:47

It is nice to be in short sleeves and cotton shorts again, although must admit I don't like it toooo hot.
But, yes, the sunshine cheers us up and is better than our long miserable winters.

Kate1949 Fri 20-Jun-25 23:06:01

We get so little of it, I'm determined to make the most of it and I'm not really a hot weather person.

TwiceAsNice Fri 20-Jun-25 23:01:40

Love it too. I was born in July Ian a spring/summer person I hate the winter and wearing heavy clothes. Shorts and vest tops for me at the moment although I can’t wear shorts to work.

We have such short summers enjoy it whilst you can. I can’t sit in full sun in the middle of the day but otherwise bring it on

Oreo Fri 20-Jun-25 23:00:45

BlueBelle

Loving it I ve found my sunshine family 😎🌞

Sorry to rain on your parade😁
Cooler weather on the way next Monday, hurray!

Oreo Fri 20-Jun-25 22:59:24

Whethertomorrow

I like the sunshine part but the heat is horrible. The barometer on my patio doors showed 39 degrees yesterday afternoon. Far too hot. I pity my children who have to work in this heat.

I agree.
It may be ok for those who are retired and can potter about in the garden and then into the house for shade and sit about with a cold drink, but spare a thought for those of us who have to work, then go home and get on with household chores shopping and cooking and a bit of childcare thrown in!
Especially here in the South East.

GrannyIvy Fri 20-Jun-25 22:56:04

I love this lovely warm weather so gorgeous being able to be in the garden all day long may it continue. I find it relaxing watering all my lovely plants.

BlueBelle Fri 20-Jun-25 22:52:09

Loving it I ve found my sunshine family 😎🌞

Georgesgran Fri 20-Jun-25 22:47:49

I love it too - here in the North East we’re a hardy bunch, but the long, cold winters and dark evenings from 3pm are just so depressing!
I haven’t been home long after a dusk walk with Little Dog - we saw the barn owl in flight which was absolutely magical!

Kate1949 Fri 20-Jun-25 22:30:44

I love it. Been out for a drink tonight with DH. No coats! Lots of folks in summer clothes. Wonderful.

Bridie22 Fri 20-Jun-25 22:29:16

100% with you Bluebelle, I've finally removed my thermal vest 🤣
Bring on the sunshine.😎

crazyH Fri 20-Jun-25 22:19:44

Love it - more ☀️ please !!

Whethertomorrow Fri 20-Jun-25 22:19:26

I like the sunshine part but the heat is horrible. The barometer on my patio doors showed 39 degrees yesterday afternoon. Far too hot. I pity my children who have to work in this heat.

Ziggy62 Fri 20-Jun-25 22:16:20

I just adore the hot weather
I retired at the end of March so loving spending so much time in the garden
I keep blinds and curtains closed all day so bedrooms aren't too hot at night
Hope it lasts

Oldnproud Fri 20-Jun-25 22:14:19

I am loving it too.

Though I have to say that the reference to 'summer lovers' in the thread title had me imagining quite a different topic initially 😁

Smintie Fri 20-Jun-25 21:16:31

I love it too. It’s just wonderful.

BlueBelle Fri 20-Jun-25 21:09:03

Ohh we have found a family .. hooray

I love the freedom of bright coloured light clothes
I love feeling the sun on my body
I love my garden and allotment
I love the sea and my beautiful beach
I feel alive I m warm and bright

Hooray to all the summer people even if it’s only a week or two

J52 Fri 20-Jun-25 20:54:07

I love the hot weather as well. Sitting in the garden shade admiring the flowers and their scents, also watching the bees bob from flower to flower.
Also, not having to wear layers, socks and scarves.