The End of Summer 2018

Summer Fun!

Argh!  Summer is over, again!  I cannot believe that at age 55, I still determine the end of summer by the starting of school.  Keep in mind, I graduated college 33 years ago (I do not believe I just wrote that), so I should not be still telling time by “going back to school.”  However, after almost 20 years of sending our daughters off to school, summer ends when school starts.  For Bec, her final year of her formal education (and yes, she announces this regularly) begins by the time you read this.  Fortunately, this short span of time saw plenty of Zeiler activity.

For Bec, this summer was her last chance to take on an intern program, selecting one as a private assistant.  She was able to utilize her school training in planning, arranging trips, and business.  Much to her chagrin, she actually was able to even use her Accounting skills!  Some other skills she picked up dealt with security, maintenance and even some experience with farm to table (OK, very small farming area).

For Gab, this was no casual summer.  She spent the year in charge of a music program at a day camp for children and their siblings that are dealing with cancer.  While emotional at times, this was a fulfilling experience for her.  In the corners of her days, she managed to search for teaching jobs in the area and go on many interviews.  And if that was not enough, move back to NJ from Connecticut. 

As parents, Debbie and I are proud of the effort both girls put out this summer.  They are growing into young adults, planning for themselves and becoming their own individuals!

It’s funny, we watch the summer through our children.  For Debbie and myself, summer equals warmer weather and a chance to be outside more.  Our daily, recurring activities remain constant.  Yes, we take more time to spend as a family.  There were a few weekends where we did go to spend time together at my brother’s pool.  There were some dinners with cocktails (interesting when your children can have an “adult” drink).  We ended the last weekend together by going on food tour of Jackson Heights, courtesy of Kornblit Tours.  This was a historic walk with a chance to try foods from Bangladesh, India, Nepal (Yak is the specialty), Columbia and desserts from Uruguay. 

Summer may be over, but our adventures as a family will still continue.  Each new season provides newer and different opportunities and experiences.  As always, I look forward to what comes next!