Dear friends, 

We hope this email finds you well and filled with the radiant spirit of the Summer Solstice. On Wednesday, June 21, we will experience the longest day and shortest night of the year. This astronomical phenomenon marks the actual start of summer, when the sun reaches its highest point in the sky (1.)

To celebrate this special day, we invite you to embrace the following activities: 

~Connect with nature: Step outside and immerse yourself in the wonders of the natural world. Whether you find solace in a nearby park, a flourishing garden, or the serenity of your own backyard, allow yourself to fully embrace the beauty, warmth, and sensory delights of the season.
~Sun ~Salutations: Show your gratitude for the radiant energy of the sun by practicing Sun Salutations. This powerful yoga sequence is a wonderful way to honor and connect with the magnificent force that sustains us each day. 

~Gather with friends: What better way to celebrate than in the company of cherished friends? Consider arranging a gathering where you can bask in the warm, orange glow of the sunset together, sharing laughter, stories, and the joy of each other's presence. 

~Enjoy live music: Experience the magic of the Summer Solstice through the universal language of music. In San Jose, you can dance to live music during the Make Music San Jose event on June 21.  Make music San Jose, June 21, Summer Solstice

~Likewise, in San Francisco, Make Music Day invites you to immerse yourself in the vibrant sounds of the season. Make music day, San Francisco, June 21, Summer Solstice

~To deepen your understanding of this auspicious day, we encourage you to explore the rituals and traditions associated with the Summer Solstice.(2.)

 As we embrace this time of abundant energy and new beginnings, we would like to share a beautiful poem titled; 

Open The Door 

Poet: Unknown  

Open the door, let in the air; 

The winds are sweet and the flowers are fair. 

Joy is abroad in the world to-day; 

If our door is wide it may come this way 

Open the door! 

Open the door, let in the sun; 

S/He hath a smile for everyone; 

S/He hath made of the raindrops gold and gems, 

S/He may change our tears to diadems 

Open the door! 

May this Summer Solstice fill your days with warmth, joy, and endless possibilities. Embrace the magic of the season, and open your heart and door to the abundance that awaits. 

Glowing in the radiance of the sun with you,

Angela & Tracy

1. https://www.almanac.com/content/first-day-summer-summer-solstice
2. https://www.sunset.com/lifestyle/summer-solstice-rituals