What the Last Weeks of Summer Can Offer
The early onslaught of pumpkin-spice products can make it easy to forget what’s so special about the season we’re in now.
This edition of The Wonder Reader offers stories that spark curiosity and bring joy. Sign up to receive it every Saturday. Elizabeth Bruenig recently noted that summer often lingers past its welcome, especially after the Fourth of July. Nothing but a sweltering stretch remains until Labor Day, prompting many to long for autumn. This sentiment is evident in American consumer culture, with stores beginning to stock autumnal items like pumpkin-flavored treats even by mid-August.
Bruenig cherishes the opportunity to accompany her children on adventures and watch them play freely. Others may prefer spending time with loved ones, traveling, or savoring ice cream, although she believes ice cream has no seasonal restrictions. Today's newsletter aims to help readers make the most of the end of summer without undue pressure.
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