Sunday Stills: What Does #Summer Mean to You?

For the Sunday Stills challenge to celebrate the first week in July, share your favorite thing about summer. You can simply share one photo of your favorite summer experience or wow us with a gallery of what summer means to you.

And it’s not just about photos…perhaps you are inspired by a song, poem, artwork, short story or something else. It would be nice to have a photo of your idea, but please be creative!

What does “summer” mean to you? Is it the warm (or hot) weather? Or…

Witnessing a refreshing summer storm?

Planting and enjoying your backyard garden?

Enjoying a water sport?

Enrolling the kids in some swim lessons?

A beautiful hike in the mountains?

Lupine view of mountains at Mammoth Lakes

Calm sunrise at a Mexican resort?

Chasing your dog on the beach?

Brodie at ocean Beach San Diego — Brodie at Ocean Beach in San Diego

Stopping to smell the flowers?

Visiting a national park?

Yosemite Valley with Bridalveil Falls — Yosemite Valley

Whatever it is, please share your idea of SUMMER this week!

Since we are on the subject of summer, feel free to join us on Instagram for the Summer Instagram Photo Challenge that starts today. You can join anytime!

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53 responses to “Sunday Stills: What Does #Summer Mean to You?”

Sunday Stills…on Monday | Nut House Central

Jul 9, 2018 at 5:03 am

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Some Lucky Fireworks Photos – megakaosdesigns

Jul 7, 2018 at 11:49 am

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Lisa Dorenfest

Jul 7, 2018 at 5:49 am

Lovely to see such a large and ever-growing group of bloggers participating in your Sunday Stills. And so many names that I know. Your Yosemite picture makes me long to visit there as they always do. You have captured that place so well. My favorite things about summer are fresh local fruits and veg, long nights, and two special birthdays on the same day in July 😉

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1. Terri Webster Schrandt
  
  Jul 7, 2018 at 9:47 am
  
  HI Lisa, thank you for taking the time to comment! I always appreciate them and your feedback! So July 15th this year marks my dad’s 82nd birthday and my brother’s wedding day in San Diego. I’ll be sure to say a little toast to my favorite sailor friend 🙂
  
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  1. Lisa Dorenfest
    
    Jul 7, 2018 at 12:46 pm
    
    As I will toast your Dad and your brother 🎂🎩
    
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Sunday Stills: What Does Summer Mean To You? – Musin' With Susan

Jul 6, 2018 at 5:59 pm

[…] Terri’s theme for her Sunday Stills Challenge this week is What Does Summer Mean to You? […]

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robbiesinspiration

Jul 6, 2018 at 11:50 am

I enjoyed your photographs, Terri.

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1. Terri Webster Schrandt
  
  Jul 6, 2018 at 1:01 pm
  
  Thank you, Robbie, not much summer where you are now, I imagine!
  
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  1. robbiecheadle
    
    Jul 6, 2018 at 9:46 pm
    
    No, we have just had our one cold week of the year [smile]
    
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Sunday Stills : Summer – iScriblr

Jul 6, 2018 at 6:33 am

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purpleslob

Jul 4, 2018 at 8:54 pm

Thunderstorms everyday, My Mama’s , and my oldest grandbaby’s birthdays!

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1. Terri Webster Schrandt
  
  Jul 5, 2018 at 7:24 am
  
  Aw, thanks for sharing, Melinda!
  
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Aletta – nowathome

Jul 3, 2018 at 8:38 am

Sunday Stills: What Does #Summer Mean To You?

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whippetwisdom

Jul 3, 2018 at 7:51 am

Lovely to see Brodie having a great time on the beach! We are enjoying Summer in the same spirit here: https://whippetwisdom.com/2018/07/03/haiku-splashing-water/

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Haiku: Splashing Water – Whippet Wisdom – a Highland Journey

Jul 3, 2018 at 7:45 am

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Jul 3, 2018 at 5:54 am

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DailyMusings

Jul 3, 2018 at 2:27 am

love seeing a dog running in the surf! Your pictures depict your summer beautifully!

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Sunday Stills: What Does Summer Mean To You? | A Day In The Life

Jul 2, 2018 at 10:47 pm

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Aixa

Jul 2, 2018 at 2:35 pm

Wonderful photos showing everything I love about the summer. NYC summers are something you wait for all winter so you really appreciate them, the warm air, the sun and the long days… forgetting to eat because you think it’s 4pm and it’s really 7 or 8 haha

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1. Terri Webster Schrandt
  
  Jul 2, 2018 at 4:55 pm
  
  Haha indeed, Aixa, the sun can set very late here in Sacramento in the summer and we end up eating dinner at 9pm!
  
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mommyhon333

Jul 1, 2018 at 8:35 pm

Sensational photos to illustrate summer. I especially like the sunflower and of course, the idea of a Mexican beach vacay! I like the idea of sharing a poem or song that represents summer. Thank you for promoting my Insta summer photo challenge. Will be linking up for this week’s Sunday Stills!

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1. Terri Webster Schrandt
  
  Jul 2, 2018 at 5:00 pm
  
  That’s so great to hear, Leslie! I checked the IG hashtag and pleased to see some folks I know (one a former student!), and a blogger from South Africa are playing along! Looking forward to your post!
  
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athelenerose

Jul 1, 2018 at 7:26 pm

HI Terri
Beautiful photos. I love the long days of summer, trips to the beach, and family reunions.
Laura

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1. Terri Webster Schrandt
  
  Jul 2, 2018 at 5:02 pm
  
  Thank you, Laura, our summer consists of windsurfing (almost) every weekend, this one a family wedding, then our 40 yr high school reunion. I married one of my classmates 5 yrs ago so we are excited to show up as a married couple 🙂
  
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Fountain of Youth – Proscenium

Jul 1, 2018 at 5:36 pm

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SUNDAY STILLS: #SUMMER = Hiking! – NorCal Zen

Jul 1, 2018 at 5:28 pm

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Sharon Bonin-Pratt

Jul 1, 2018 at 4:54 pm

Terri, a wonderful bunch of photos that really define summer. For us, it means more time with our grands, both the older ones in our neighborhood and the younger ones in Northern Cal. Sorry, I don’t post photos as I rarely take them, but I so enjoy yours.

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1. Terri Webster Schrandt
  
  Jul 1, 2018 at 6:50 pm
  
  Hi Shari, someone has to appreciate photography and your comment makes my day!
  
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RetirementallyChallenged.com

Jul 1, 2018 at 4:41 pm

Summer used to mean freedom from school… then I started working and it started to mean busy weekends and crowds. Now that I’m retired, I love summer again. Bring it on!

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1. Terri Webster Schrandt
  
  Jul 2, 2018 at 5:03 pm
  
  I’m so thankful I retired from the day job and the 30+ years of crazy, intense summers. I feel exactly the same way and teaching gives me that freedom!
  
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iScriblr

Jul 1, 2018 at 3:33 pm

Wow! Loved the post and all the shots!❤

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1. Terri Webster Schrandt
  
  Jul 1, 2018 at 6:51 pm
  
  Thank you, Richa, look forward to your SS post this week!
  
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  1. iScriblr
    
    Jul 2, 2018 at 5:30 am
    
    Oh yes, absolutely!😊
    
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sizzlesue15

Jul 1, 2018 at 2:47 pm

Hi Terri, I love your dog running along the beach. Summer to me is going to our apartment by the beach and enjoying long walks and relaxation. As we are in the Southern Hemisphere, Summer means Christmas and New Year Celebrations! Enjoy your Summer.
Sue from Sizzling Towards 60 & Beyond

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1. Terri Webster Schrandt
  
  Jul 1, 2018 at 6:53 pm
  
  Thanks, Sue, I still have trouble wrapping my head around my idea of Christmas and New Years celebrated in warm summer climate. I’ve gotten a little taste of it being in Mexico during the holidays. Sounds like fun for sure!
  
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Irene Waters 19 Writer Memoirist

Jul 1, 2018 at 2:07 pm

It was lovely looking at summery pictures in winter. Look forward to visiting other summery spots. Your photos are wonderful with such a variety of summer activites. Love the kids swimming lessons.

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1. Terri Webster Schrandt
  
  Jul 1, 2018 at 6:56 pm
  
  Thanks, Irene! I was just commenting on another Australian’s comment about celebrating Christmas and New Year’s in summer months!
  
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pattimoed

Jul 1, 2018 at 12:28 pm

Thanks for the ping, Terri!

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1. Terri Webster Schrandt
  
  Jul 1, 2018 at 6:56 pm
  
  Absolutely!
  
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bettylouise31

Jul 1, 2018 at 11:46 am

I will need to think about it. It is just a other season to me. Since my birthday occurs early in the month I remember that. It means hot and dried, forest fires and the valley full of smoke. As a child growing up there was a big celebration as Idaho became a state on July 3rd. A two day celebration occur. This holiday is no longer observe as it was discontinued for World War two and never made it back.
Have great summer!

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1. Terri Webster Schrandt
  
  Jul 1, 2018 at 6:59 pm
  
  I hear ya, BL, we are getting our share of smokey and hot days right now! Great to hear from you and enjoy your 4th of July!
  
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  1. bettylouise31
    
    Jul 3, 2018 at 6:40 am
    
    That right there are fires burning near you. It is much cooler for July here. Happy forth
    
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Na’ama Yehuda

Jul 1, 2018 at 10:24 am

Lovely topic! 🙂 Here’s my little contribution. https://naamayehuda.com/2018/07/01/summer-sigh/

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Summer Sigh | Na'ama Yehuda

Jul 1, 2018 at 10:23 am

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NorCal Zen

Jul 1, 2018 at 9:55 am

This is an awesome theme! I can’t wait to get done with my chores, so that I can upload the photos on my camera. They are going to be just perfect for this theme. I like how you show possible entries with your photos! Your blog is very inspiring.

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Summer Fog and Flowers | Light Words

Jul 1, 2018 at 9:07 am

[…] Terri at Sunday Stills want us to share what Summer Means To Me. She had a wind surfer so I’ll share a typical SF Bay kite surfer fog and all… […]

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Smorgasbord – Variety is the Spice of Life.

Jul 1, 2018 at 8:45 am

Unusually we have had a month of Sunshine and it has been amazing… lovely post Terri…hugs

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1. Terri Webster Schrandt
  
  Jul 2, 2018 at 5:19 pm
  
  Sounds wonderful, Sally, I would love some cool cloudy days this time of year!
  
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  1. Smorgasbord – Variety is the Spice of Life.
    
    Jul 2, 2018 at 11:54 pm
    
    I can imagine Terri… we are making the most of it… it will be back to normal soon.. hugsxx
    
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SUNDAY STILLS: WHAT DOES #SUMMER MEAN TO YOU? – Mistyroads

Jul 1, 2018 at 8:08 am

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Jodie

Jul 1, 2018 at 7:34 am

Gosh…summer means not being so cold all the time, and enjoying the long days!!!
XOXO
Jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com

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1. Terri Webster Schrandt
  
  Jul 1, 2018 at 8:37 am
  
  Yes! Love it, Jodie!
  
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2. The Snow Melts Somewhere
  
  Jul 1, 2018 at 10:45 am
  
  I have to agree – was thinking the exact same thing! 😂A moment to defrost…
  
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