Is the living easy in the summertime as the well-known song states? Is summer your favorite time of year or have you just about had it with the heat and have a case of the summertime blues?
What are the Dog Days of Summer, anyway?
Hard to beat vibrant summer blooms
Are you ready for autumn, which I admit is my favorite time of year? Love those changing leaves, but where I live rain accompanies it. We could use a good dowsing of rain (did I say that?) but once the clouds move in I know I’ll be complaining.
Enter to win ONE of TEN copies of A Letter from Lancaster County, coming straight from Harvest House Publishers, by leaving me a short comment.
Here’s my question: What is your favorite or least favorite part about the summer?
To receive a signed bookmark, please send me a self-addressed envelope at least 7″ long to Kate Lloyd, 2301 NE Blakeley Street #102,Seattle, WA 98105. If within the US, I’ll put on the stamp.
Because Harvest House is doing the sending, US only. Winners will be announced next Tuesday and must respond within three days. I’ll announce the winners on FB and send winners an email. Good luck!
My favorite part of summer is having company and going on many short vacations. My least is our hot and humid summer.
The heat and humidity here in Southern Illinois!
Your heat and humidity do not sound fun, Nicole. Thanks for entering the book giveaway!
Kate
Having company and mini-Invacations sound great, Alisa! Good luck in the giveaway!
Kate
really really want this book. my least favorite is the heat and dryness that kills my flowers.
I really want you to read A Letter from Lancaster County, Gloria. My flowers need a good rain too! Good luck in the giveaway!
Kate
Probably the heat. I like being outside and when it’s in the upper 90’s my blood pressure can’t stand it.
The heat. I like sitting outside reading and watching the birds. And doing stuff outside. When it gets in the upper 90’s. It’s just to hot and my blood pressure goes up.
I love being outside too, Sue. But not in the upper 90s! Thanks for entering the giveaway!
Kate
I love Summer!!
I think that my least favorite thing of Summer is bugs…mosquitoes, flies, ants, etc.
I love hot weather. On a really hot day, I will think to myself, “This is the weather you will be wishing for in December, January, and February.”
Have a nice day!
You are so right, Elaine! In no time at all we will all be wishing for hot weather again. When it gets too hot, I pretend I’m in Hawaii … Best of luck in the book giveaway!
Kate
Summer in the mountains is a blessings.
Reading anywhere especially on the porch.
Thanks for the chance.
Write on !!!!
Summer in the mountains sounds wonderful, Sandra! Thanks for writing and entering the giveaway!
Kate
My least favorite part of summer are the bugs that come with the heat and humidity here in Va. my favorite part is all the fresh fruit you can eat and knowing Fall is around the corner.
You are making me feel blessed for not having an abundance of bugs this summer, Tina. I also love all that fresh fruit. Good luck in the giveaway!
Kate
My favorite thing about summer is the warm breeze at night, and living on the boat . There isn’t anything I dislike about summer.
Wow, you must be in your element this summer, Sparkle. I’m glad you’re enjoying this season. Thanks for entering the book giveaway!
Kate
Summer as they say is a double edged sword. I love the long hours of sunshine (especially since I never can seem to get all that I need to in the daytime), veggies and fruits growing in gardens (nothing beats something fresh from the garden), and sitting on our front porch (fans on for sure) with glass of iced beverage admiring the Ozark Mountains while reading a good book. On the other hand, it’s extremely HOT in the south with high humidity, lands are usually parched from lack of rains so yards are dying if not watered constantly (increasing the water bill greatly) and summers in the south mean mosquitos, ticks and chiggers – need I say more. I have learned through my years to appreciate the good and ignore the bad to enjoy each and every season for all it has to offer. 🙂 Thanks for the chance to win a copy of A Letter from Lancaster County!
You have a great attitude, Kay. I shudder to think what our water bill will be, but I don’t want to lose all our bushes … Thanks for writing and entering the giveaway!
Kate
My favorite part of summer is sitting out in the evenings with a good book. . Like a Kate Lloyd book! Lately I have had to have a blanket as the evenings get chilly in PA. Thanks for the opportunity to win!
I agree, needing a blanket at night is lovely during the summer, Linda. Nothing like a chilly evening and a book to read. Thanks for writing and entering the giveaway! Hope you get a chance to read my new book soon.
Kate
Least favorite part of summer is the high, high humidity ☹. Thank you for the chance to win a copy of your new book.
I recall that high humidity when I lived in New Jersey and Connecticut, Robin. Makes my hair phrase like a poodle. Thanks for visiting my blog and entering the giveaway!
Kate
I would love to read this book, it looks great and thanks for the chance
I hope you get a chance to read it, Rebecca. Best of luck in the giveaway!
Kate
Summer is tolerated until the season changes. The Fall is filled with God’s most artistic wonders. The colors take your breath away. The scents are filled with every promise of cozy nights in front of a fire. The earlier darkness hugs us close and keeps us safe.
Tolerating the heat sums it up, Kate. And yet many take vacations to hot areas during the winter … It’s hard to keep us satisfied. I do love the colors in fall, but I try to savor every day. I also don’t mind the darkness, which allows me to sleep in. No offense to the birds. Thanks for writing and injuring the giveaway!
Kate
My favorite part of Summer is when it is finally over! Fall is my favorite time of year, LOVE the “ber” months!
You made me chuckle, Tracie. I have never thought of the “ber” months as being fall. a fun idea. Thanks for writing!
Kate
I really love everything about summer, except the humidity. It makes everyone and everything miserable!
Humidity can make life miserable, Cynthia. I recall summers in NJ and CT, and am glad we don’t have too much of it in Seattle. But the worst smog I can ever recall this summer due to forest fires in Canada. Hard to win. Speaking of winning, good luck in the giveaway!
Kate
Looks like another wonderful book!
Thank you, Penny. I hope you get a chance to read it soon. Good luck in the giveaway!
Kate
My favorite part of summer is that winter is right around the corner lol. I love snow! Thanks for the chance to win a copy of your book!
What fun that you love snow, Sally. It’s so clean and white. I used to ski often, with only a 45 minute drive to the mountains, but no longer. Thanks for entering the giveaway!
Kate
I enjoy summer and I especially love having fresh vegetables from my garden. Tomatoes are my favorite. While they are plentiful we enjoy them with almost everything and then I try to can juice to enjoy this winter. Thank you for this giveaway!
Your vegetable garden sounds divine, Connie. Nothing better than a fresh tomato, which I’ve been told is really a fruit. Yummy. Thanks for writing and entering the giveaway!
Kate
I love all four seasons, because each have a beauty of its own. Summer brings fireflies at night, picnics, swimming, fishing at the lake, beautiful flowers, and all the delicious fresh vegetables. Of course it also brings the heat, humidity and bugs which are things I dislike.
I miss the fireflies, Katrina. Wish we had them around here. How wonderful that you love all four seasons, because you can find contentment in each one. Thanks for entering the giveaway!
Kate
My favorite part of summer is being able to grow my own vegetables from the garden. Its always a nice surprise to see when everything is starting to grow.
Those vegetables sound fabulous, Courtney. No matter how good a grocery story is, nothing beats fresh vegetables from your own garden. Thanks for entering the giveaway! Kate
My least favorite thing about summer is the humidity. My favorite thing is that I can sit out on my deck reading Amish books. Love to sit outside in the fresh air reading, and would absolutely love to read your new book.
I love to be outside too, Barbara. Sitting out on your desk reading sounds divine. I would love you to read my new book. Good luck in the giveaway!
Kate
My least favorite part of summer is the unbearable heat/humidity here in the south and mosquitos! Can’t wait to read this book! Would love to win a copy!
Thanks for the opportunity!!!
When you use the word unbearable, I know you’re not having fun with the heat and humidity, Tiffany. Thanks for writing and entering the giveaway!
Kate
My favorite part of summer is the fresh veggies from the garden, least favorite is the heat and the humidity.
You make me miss having a vegetable garden, Doris. Heat and humidity equals no fun. Thanks for writing and entering the giveaway!
Kate
Fall is my favorite time of year, time to unwind from the busy summer months. A good time to get back to reading.
I love fall too, Mary. I’m anticipating seeing the leaves change color. Always delightful. Thanks for writing and entering the giveaway!
Kate
My least favorite is that it gets so humid in kentucky that it’s almost to hot to enjoy it.
Sorry you have such terrible humidity in Kentucky, Fay. It really does put a damper on your day, and it makes my hair frizz. Thanks for entering the giveaway!
Kate
I love summer. I love the warm weather and sunshine. I love doing things with my family. Thank you for doing this and God bless.
I’m glad you love summer, what we all anticipate during the winter months, Melissa. Good luck in the giveaway!
Kate
Hello,
Your blog is delightful!
I really enjoyed chatting with you the other day, it was my first chat!
I wish you much success with your writing!
Have a great day!
Blessings,
Donna Forker
Thanks so much, Donna. I enjoyed the chat too, although I still haven’t responded to some of the comments … I hate to miss out on anything. Also, thank you for your encouragement with my writing. Hope you have a great day and good luck in the giveaway!
Kate
My least favorite part about summer is the heat. I love the longer days though.
Thank you Kate for this opportunity to win A Letter from Lancaster County!
Blessings
Thanks for writing, Lorraine. I want you to get a chance to read my new book too! Good luck in the giveaway! Hope you keep cool today.
Kate
My favorite part of summer is the warm weather so I can sit on the porch and read as I smell flowers and fresh cut grass and hear the neighborhood kids playing and the ice cream truck passing by.
A lovely scenario, Maryann! Thanks for sharing it and entering the giveaway!
Kate
I would have to agree with several I saw above. I don’t do well with the heat and humidity. And ALLERGIES! I like cool temps.
Sorry you have allergies in the summer, Pat! Wishing you good luck in the giveaway and cooler weather soon!
Kate
My least favorite part of the summer is the extreme heat here in Texas – 104 last week. Fortunately yesterday we got at least 2 inches of much needed rain! That will cool things off for a short time. I’d love to win the giveaway. Thank you!
We need rain too, but from what I saw on the national weather report, parts of Texas got too much rain. Yikes, I can’t even imagine 104. Good luck in the giveaway!
Kate
Summer is best early a.m. when the sun has risen and the coolness of the morning is there. This morning a mama deer and her fawn came to visit. I of course said hello, but then asked them to go on their way before eating my flowers. Nothing better than the still of the early morning on a beautiful and soon to be hot day.
I agree, Susie. I’m an early riser too and adore the morning hours before the heat moves in. Good luck in the giveaway!
Kate
I love reading your books. I read them at night because I don’t sleep great at night. Can’t wait to read your new book.
Heat does disturb sleep, Alice. I’m a light sleeper, anyway, and am enjoyed the AC. I can’t wait for you to read my new book. Good luck in the giveaway!
Kate
My favorite part of summer is swimming and hanging out with family. My least favorite is the heat someday it is too hot and u don’t feel like doing nothing .
Sounds as though you have some wonderful opportunities to swim and hang out with your family during the summer, Heather. No fun when it’s plain old too hot. Thanks for entering the giveaway!
Kate
I love the extended sunshine and daylight!! I hate seeing the days turn and grow shorter, knowing that fall and then winter is coming!!
I’m glad you’re enjoying the extended daylight, Deborah. Thanks for entering the giveaway!
Kate
I love the summer because I can get outside , work in the flower beds and Inlove to sit on my screened patio porch and read . I just love to be outside .. I really would love yo win one of your good books . Thank you
I love being outside too, Elizabeth. I’ll find any excuse. That screened porch sounds like a good idea, but we don’t have them in this area. In fact, I don’t even have a porch. I would be delighted if you won a copy of my new book!
Kate
My least favorite of summer is the heat and the bugs. I love spending time out side with my granddaughter.
What could be more fun than spending time outside with your granddaughter, Paula? Thanks for writing and entering the giveaway!
Kate
yeah i found it .. please i need books save me from the blues
and its my birthday tomorrow? lol love these books
A belated happy birthday to you, Deb. Of course you need books! Good luck in the giveaway!
Kate
My least favorite part of summer is the humidity in North Carolina. My favorite part is my summer vacation from school. Thanks for the chance to win a book from you!
I’ve heard it gets hot and humid in North Carolina, Susan. That combination could put a damper on your day, but hurray for summer vacation from school. Good luck in the book giveaway!
Kate
least favorite part: continued heat, muggy, humidity
favorite part: fresh local vegetables which are best!
my grands being out of school and I can take them more places
Spending time with your grandkids during the summer sounds fabulous, Loretta. Definitely worth putting up with the heat and humidity. Fresh local veggies sound great too. Good luck in the giveaway!
Kate
My favorite part of summer is school is out and having my children around me and being able to spend time with them. Hearing the waterfall on my pond and the family vacation to the ocean.
Sounds like you have many wonderful summertime treats, Sharon. We have two small running fountains in our yard, and I love that sound. Also love saltwater. Good luck in the giveaway!
Kate
My favorite part of Summer is taking care of my granddaughter and my least favorite part is when she has to go back home.
I’m jealous, Pam. I would love to take care of our granddaughter, but I guess I wouldn’t get much writing done. I’ll bet she has a wonderful time with you. Thanks for entering the giveaway!
Kate
My favorite part about summer is the sunshine! Not looking forward to the rain and gray skies.
I love the sunshine too, a nice change from our usual gray clouds, Vicky. And an excuse to wear my many wide-brimmed hats. Thanks for writing and entering the giveaway!
Kate
I love Amish books, it set aside all the world problems an make life easier to live with. thanks for the good reads.
I find reading Amish books a soothing way to ease into slumber at night, Debi. Thanks for writing and entering the giveaway!
Kate
I detest the over abundance of flies, mosquitos, and nats! They ruin what can be a glorious time outdoors, and can sending everyone running inside. The bites, swelling, and irritation after they land on you sure doesn’t help, and the misery of those nats diving into your eyes in the garden ruin the peace and serenity.
Sorry you are bothered by so many flying insects, Ann. What the pest. Thanks for entering the giveaway and good luck!
Kate
My least favorite part of the summer is the heat and humidity. My favorite part is I get more time to read with my guys outside doing other things.
I can’t remember where you live, Cheryl. Sorry you’re plagued with heat and humidity. Bad hair days and you just want to stay inside. Thanks for writing and entering the giveaway!
Kate
My favorite part of summer is BBQS with family and friends, long motorcycle rides thru Amish country, sitting on the deck drinking coffee on the weekends and picking my garden produce.
You have so many fun things to do in the summer, Kimberly. All of a sudden, I’m hungry and looking forward to a barbecue. Thanks for writing and entering the giveaway!
Kate
I don’t like the heat or bugs. I do like the garden produce! Fresh veggies and fruits yummy.
Fresh veggies and fruits sound yummy, Deanna. You are not alone in your assessment of heat and bugs. Who need them? Good luck in the book giveaway!
Kate
Gardening,both vegetable and flower gardens,,reminds me of time spent at grandparents farm. Being able to spend a lot of time outdoors with family and friends,,the downside, it seems to be gone in a flash
You are describing the good parts about summer, Lori. I recall hours spent in my grandma’s vegetable garden on her farm In CT with fondness. I still love to be outside as much as possible. Thanks for writing and entering the giveaway!
Kate
My favorite part is being able to have cookouts with friends and family. Being outside in the fresh air and enjoying a nice meal with nice people…..I just love it!
Pamela, your cookouts sound fabulous. No wonder you love summer. Thanks for writing and entering the book giveaway!
Kate
My favorite part of summer is spending more time with the grandkids! Hearing kids laughter and seeing them dpend time out of doors!! My least favorite part is the HEAT!! I live in the south and its hot muggy and humid!! I prefer the cooler/cold weather!! Like to open windows and enjoy brisk clean air
Spending time with your grandkids would be the best, Debra! I could put up with my the humidity if I saw more of my grandkids. Thanks for entering the giveaway!
Kate