The greatest three months of the year are upon us. June, July and August have the potential to be remarkable every year. How will you remember this summer?
My plan for the season is one of torturous magnitude as I am dedicating this summer to my body: no sweets, no sugars, no blue cheese and no fast food. I also plan to do something active outside everyday, whether it’s hopping on a bicycle, walking to UDF or going fishing. I am not spending my summer on my couch smothered in air conditioning.
My plan isn’t exactly glamorous, but that’s the beauty. Your summer shouldn’t represent relaxation or comfort because that’s what the winter is for. These next three months should make people fiend for the outdoors.
Ohio is not the most comfortable state during the summer months. The humidity can be over-bearing at times. I can’t let that stop me, though. Excuses only slow achievable goals.
I’m not immune to mistakes. My biggest flaw that I cannot escape happens every Tuesday night around 11 p.m. A few friends and I huddle in circle and destroy Frickers wings like cavemen. I said I would cut out the blue cheese and that’s as far as I’m stepping. Cutting out Frickers is completely is out of the question.
The beautiful days of this gorgeous season shouldn’t be flushed down the toilet. When I was 11 years old, I sat on a couch and ate popcorn every night for an entire summer. I gained 30 pounds. That’s an embarrassing fact; but I’m ready to give that weight back on a silver platter.
I want this summer to mean something, and if I have to give up enjoyable and tasty treats along with the comforts of my couch, I’ll accept that.