the watch of time

As summer in the northern hemisphere veers toward its official start early next week, here’s some benefits we can look forward to…

• Omnipresent urban construction makes driving a more mentally engaging experience
• The sound of birds chirping at 4:30 am is a great way to start the day
• Politicians and other officials no longer have to provide their own hot air
• Even watered down comments can be refreshing
• More chances for olfactory soaking in of neighbours’ unsavoury BBQ habits
• Travel opportunities abound to see if roadside washrooms are any cleaner than last year
• TV fare tends to require even less attention, making for more restful viewing
• Since beer is only a rental anyway, there are more outdoor options for ‘disposal’
• Ice becomes a drink additive rather than a reminder of seemingly endless hockey
• This may be the year the ice cream truck finally plays a different endless tune