0 Happy Summer

Sol + stice derives from a combination of Latin words meaning "sun" + "to stand still." As the days lengthen, the sun rises higher and higher until it seems to stand still in the sky.

It's officially Summer today! As of 7:28 EST, the summer solstice began.

I am looking forward to this summer filled with barbecues, fresh tomatoes from our garden and late night chats under the stars. These are a few things that come to mind when I think of summer.

What are the first three things that come to your mind when you think of summer?

I'll be joining The Tablescaper for Summer Sundays. Be sure and visit to see more summer inspiration. It's all about what summer means to us.