A Summer Full of Adventure by Gianna Gorvan

   The summer of 2018 was a short one. After just 68 days of summer, the beautiful summer sun and all the fun that came with it had vanished. Though this summer had been the shortest yet, it was also the best. Now, I know I am not the first to say that this summer was my favorite, but I truly mean it when I say that, I have never had more fun on a break. This summer was filled with countless adventures and a crazy amount of happiness.

Just a pretty sunset:)

   To say that I was busy this summer is an understatement. I do not think there was ever a day that I complained I was bored or had nothing to do. I kept myself busy with activities both alone and with my friends. Starting my summer off at a music festival with my best friend definitely set the tone for an amazing few months. I was lucky enough to convince my parents to bring me to the 2018 Governors Ball Music Festival and it was the time of my life. I heard so many of my favorite artists perform, as well as some new ones that I have developed a liking for and met so many kind people. (If you ever get the chance to go to Gov. Ball, do it!! It will be the best experience!) Not only was my summer filled with music, but also a large amount of beach days.

Governors Ball NYC. 

   Even though I encountered quite a bit of sunburn, my beach trips to Asbury Park, Toms River, and Seaside Heights were fantastic. There is something about the beach that is truly enchanting and makes you never want to leave. The smell of the ocean air, the warm sand touching your toes, the annoying seagulls flying high above you.

Asbury Park, NJ. 

   And lastly, trips to my favorite place. New York. I cannot remember a time that I did not love New York City. All of the people, all of the lights and colors, it all just seemed so unreal to me no matter how often I visited. This summer I made it a point to visit multiple times both with my family and friends. Through all of the ruckus of the city, I find peace and beauty, getting to see a whole different side of life and how things function in a different place is an astounding feeling, and I feel that this summer allowed for me to experience that more often than any other.

New York, New York. 

   As many adventures as I went on this summer, there was no easy way to say goodbye. It was difficult to juggle so much going on, from cheer practices and camp to summer work, but in the end it was all worth it. Now it is the school year and time for tests and stress, but it is the reminder of an amazing summer coming next year that keeps me motivated. Unfortunately, this summer was bound to come to an end, but if I could, I'd do it all over again.