I really, really hate cold weather. I am not one of those people who loves the snow or bundling up to go outside. The only positive part of winter and the cold is that I can drink hot cocoa without it being weird. However, at least winter gives me the summer to look forward to, which may or may not contribute to just how happy I am when the warm weather finally does arrive. I know it isn't just me who feels this way, but for anyone who might not get it, I'm totally willing to explain why the summer is so amazing.

1. I don't feel tired all the time, just relaxed. When it gets dark, I feel tired, when it's bright and warm, I'm relaxed. It's as simple as that.

2. There is so much inspiration to work out. The weather is so beautiful it seems like a waste not to go outside, and if it's hot enough that you're going to sweat a little anyway then why not go big or go home and get a workout in? Plus, then you have a reason to take a cold shower in the middle of the day.

3. Farmers markets. Sure, some of them are around year long, but they are never as fruitful (get it?) as they are in the summer. As soon as I walk in and see all of the fresh produce I might as well hand them all of my cash and call out of work so I can spend the next three days looking for recipes on Pinterest.

4. Days are longer. It seems like the day goes on forever, which might sound bad, but it's so nice. There is so much time to do whatever you need to do. You don't really need to worry about the dark creeping up on your plans.

5. Summer outdoor activities. Beaches, parks, hiking, swimming, picnics: everything that would be awful if you tried to do it when it's 12 degrees out.

6. Summer clothes. They're light and don't require a ton of layers. Not only that, but you can wear dresses without freezing! No pants, no trying to match an outfit, all you do is throw it on and it's completely presentable.

There you have it, six reasons why the summer is great. Even if you don't like summer, maybe you can at least see where I'm coming from. If you do love it as much as I do, I'm sure you have a ton more reasons than I mentioned in this short list. Of course I can think of a few more right now, but I'd rather go enjoy the summer and see if I can discover some that I don't know of.