My Favorite 2013 Summer Memories

It makes me sad to think about, but it's almost time to say goodbye to summer. Here's a look back at some of my favorite summer memories. 

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1. Moving to the Willows: Talk about the perfect time to get settled into a new home! I moved down to the Willows from North Salem in June, and the summer-time atmosphere has been fantastic. Yes, maybe I've ventured over to E.W. Hobb's for popcorn more times than I should have, but who can really complain about that?

2. Paul McCartney at Fenway: The tickets were last minute, but were certainly worth it. Paul's performance was stellar and it's not every day that I can make both my friends and my parents jealous about the concert I went to! Check out my blog post on Fenway Kenmore Patch if you want to see some video clips from the show. 

3. Beachin' It: I simply can't get enough of the beach. Plus, having moved down to the Willows I was able to enjoy it more often than previous years, whether it was taking my pup for a walk at dusk or stopping over to Juniper Beach for a quick lunch. Which beach on the North Shore is your favorite? (Let me know if the comments so I can check it out!) 

4. Food + Drink: Lobster, ice cream, fried clams, chowder, fresh fruits and veggies, burgers and dogs on the grill, margaritas--shall I go on? There's just something about the tastes of summer that are better to me. But, I can't say I'm not a little bit excited to start on my autumn pumpkin-everything binge come September first. 

5. Going Away for Vacation: This summer I was lucky enough to head down to Texas for a week for vacation with friends. Got to see an area I'd never been before, and it lived up to its expectations. Plus, I've always found that going away to a place that's completely different makes me appreciate home just a little more (love ya, Salem!)

Summer, you've been great. Bring on the fall, Salem!