Happy Labor Day!

"End of Summer"

Why is Labor Day weekend the end of summer? I mean, really, my calendar says the last day of summer is September 20. Oh, I get it. Most American workers take their vacations between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Well, since most of us are hard-pressed for money nowadays, and many of us are too poor or too afraid to take vacations, I have better ideas.

"Staycations" have become the new trend over the last couple years. It simply means staying close to home - perhaps a day trip, or maybe a one-nighter. There trips are cheaper, but can still be fun. If you throw a family in the mix, imagine having all the fun without all the headache a long trip can be. Less traveling, more fun - sounds good to me.

My other suggestion is taking long weekends. Most jobs frown upon anyone taken long vacations. Add the fact that most people can't afford to take long vacations, and you get some really upset bosses. That is not a good idea if you're trying to not lose that job. Unless you have a large stash of money under that mattress you should not piss off any employer right about now.

Last tidbit - I can't speak for everyone around the country, but I am from New York. I prefer the weather in late September & October to July & August any day. I am much more into the brisk, cool fall weather - especially in the morning. I'm not a big hazy, hot, and humid person, but if you are, then hurry up - time is ticking away on summer.

Enjoy the rest of your summer, and if you're in the New York area, let me know - maybe we can take a nice, brisk walk together one morning….

XOXO