The summer solstice, a celestial event deeply ingrained in the rhythm of our lives, manifests itself in various subtle and explicit ways. It is a natural phenomenon that has been a part of human consciousness since time immemorial, shaping societies, cultures, and individual lives. This article embarks on an enlightening exploration of how the summer …
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Jun 21 2022
First Day of Summer
Today marks the longest day of the year, the summer solstice, also known as midsummer and the first day of summer. The sun reaches its highest point in the sky for the year on this day. To celebrate the start of the season, here is a poem by Carl Sandburg, “Back Yard” from The Chicago …