Summer is by far the best time of the year. No school, equals no stress. Going to the beach and having a great time with friends and family whenever you want. These are only just a few reasons to love the few sunny months in the middle of the year.

First of all, when I think of summer the first thing that flashes in my mind is no school. Three whole months of sleeping in and no homework. This is the best time of the year for the mind and body to R-E-L-A-X.

Another reason to love summer is that the weather is constantly warm and pleasant and not all over the place like fall or spring. Since the weather is beautiful and sunny during the summer, the body reacts positively, making you a healthier person both physically and mentally. The constant sunlight increases the body’s serotonin levels, which makes a person happier. Also, since the weather is nice you can always go outside, get some fresh air and exercise. Exercise has been proved to release endorphins which is directly related to a person’s happiness.

Along with summer comes fun the summer activities. Locally, those in Lake Villa and Lindenhurst can look forward for festivals such as Lindenfest, Lake Villa Days, or even Summerfest in Milwaukee or The Taste of Chicago. These are all great opportunities to get out of the house, out of your comfort zone and do something socially interactive and fun.

There is no doubt that summer is the best season of them all. You are genuinely a happier person, you don’t have to deal with school and you finally have a chance to relax. I can not think of a better time of the year.