psl

that's all it needed to say on the coffee shop window:  psl.  yes, last weekend i had my first pumpkin spice latte of the year.  but that doesn't mean that summer is over!  far from it, in fact. and just because the other evening i got caught walking out in the most torrential rain that ever pelted on my person, hair stuck to my face and such a drowned sopping mess that people i don't even know were offering me shelter (two days later, my shoes are not dry yet) i still think we get some of our very nicest nw weather in september and october and i plan to enjoy every moment.  furthermore, i think it is even possible to keep a summer state of mind no matter what season we're in.  it's a daily choice to be calm.  i've noticed how frenetically the world rushes by and i've written a few things down to make sure that i keep everlasting sunshine in my mental outlook.  1) hunt down what you liked about the day and share it with someone, ask them in return 2) if you are grateful for someone, tell them so and be specific 3) share your toys 4) if you get something new, give two things away 5) listen well and offer up things that are important to you 6) ask for what you need 7) leave open-ended time when possible 8) know thyself and plan accordingly 9) when in doubt drink water, eat healthy food, move your body and sleep, things will look better in the morning 10) repeat all of the above.  there's plenty of time, plenty of fun and yes, plenty of pumpkin spice to go around.