AUGUST THAT SUMMER MONTH WITH SURPRISES

August can be hot or like Fall depending on the weather. What I don't like is some people start to complain that summer is over- well it is not. Actually not until the third week of September. So what to do! Get out and capture all the summer moments as fast as possible. Time to camp, fish, day trip, road trip or whatever your heart desires. Sit longer in the garden enjoying the nice weather. Of course with bug spray if needed- even in urban areas. With all the trees and greenery there are lots of bugs as well as wild creatures. Just look at the raccoon problem in the GTA! I like my squirrels and birds but the larger animals can stay in the wild! There is a herd of deer near the Dunlop Observatory that townsfolk want to protect! It is not far from here. There are family August birthdays and celebrations. Lots of time for barbecues and outdoor dinners.  Like everyone else in Canada, the warm weather just does not stay long enough. The fresh local produce is a joy. More flavour than veggies and fruit trucked in from other southern places. Years ago I would pickle and make jam- not anymore. No one really eats it so it is not worth the work. Some years I make a few jars of grape jam for Adolph! Depends on my August mood! So enjoying the cucumbers and tomatoes from the garden. Lots of salads! Oh August, do not leave too quickly! The busy Fall activities and traffic are not welcomed just yet!