Dear Summer,

This may be the first time in my entire life that I'm not entirely sad to see you go. Especially when compared to last year's incredible summer, you just have been something of a let down. I feel like the whole summer has been me not doing the things I want to do the most (going to the beach, sitting outside with a book, enjoying the weather every chance I get) and doing all sorts of things that I don't want to do. And I do those things because I care about the people I'm doing them for, but the summer just hasn't been everything I would have wanted. And it's not like it's been all bad - there have certainly been some outstanding moments and perfect weekends. Unfortunately, they just aren't what stands out the most about this summer.

On the plus side, we seem to have made it through and hopefully things will only get better here. So bring on the fall! Summer, while I will miss your beautiful weather, I'm more focused right now on looking forward to the bigger and better adventures that I hope fall and winter hold in store!

With love,
me

Dear Barack Obama,
Those are some BIG promises you're making tonight in your acceptance speech. I have no idea how you're going to do it. But I sure as hell hope you do. Because this country needs you!!
Let's make this shit happen!!
hopefully,
me