Not that they are really lazy but very relaxing and rejuvenating even if only for a few days.  I was able to experience that feeling after being so busy, after what has felt like a very long time.  I hadn't realized how much I needed this summer break.  There was no guilt, no restlessness, just sitting back and relaxing.  

I watched the clouds with my family around me enjoying themselves, relaxing, and doing what they wanted.  In our own ways, we were soaking up the sun, playing in the water, visiting each other, napping on the grass, snacking in the shade of the trees, and just being.  I recommend it to everyone!!

As I was thinking back and reminiscing, I found myself singing a song.  Do you ever remember hearing or humming that tune that I thought was, "Bring on those lazy dazy days of Summer''?  My hubby told me that I didn't have the words quite right.  I went looking and found the song on Youtube.  Yep, he was right but I still find myself singing my way regardless.  As I was listening, I couldn't help but think, hey!!!!   I should share it with you and we can get into humming or singing it together!  So, here is the video link for you to go hear and enjoy it for yourself:

Lazy Hazy Days of Summer with Nate King Cole
 

I didn't stop there, I decided to go find some more summer songs and look what I found, my favorite group way back when!!

Beach Boys Sounds of Summer
 

I don't know if you are like me, but I did end up getting lost looking at all kinds of Youtube nostalgia summer playlists.  I decided to pick a few, which look like more than a few, for you to see what was considered top summer hits for different years.  I couldn't list them all though, that would make the list huge, but here is a sampling of what I found:

It's summer 1949, you're reading by the lake (oldies music, water sounds, birds) summer ambience
 

One Hour of Vintage Summer Music
 

Back To The 50s & 60s | 50s & 60s Greatest Music Playlist | Best Old School Music Hits
 

Songs that bring you back to 80s summer ~ 80s greatest songs
 

Summer Hits 2000 To 2022 🌴 Best Summer Songs 2000 To 2022
 

There were so many playlists to choose from.  If you are curious, just type the years you want to see and there they will be.

As you can see below, I did not stop there.  I found more playlists to listen to that I found were very different.  There were tons of those too, here is a sampling of the ones that I enjoyed that you might like as well:

Happy Music - Time To Say Hello To Summer - Uplifting & Cheerful Summer Music
 

Sweet Summer Jazz - Positive Mood Jazz and Bossa Nova Music for Elegant Summer
 

Upbeat Instrumental Work Music ☀️ Background Happy Energetic Relaxing Music for Working Fast & Focus
 

Relaxing Music with Gentle Ocean Sounds, Soothing Waves and Peaceful Music
 

Romance Positano Cafe Ambience ♫ Italian Music - Bossa Nova Music for Good Mood Start the Day
 

Happy Summer Music - Feelings for Summer 🌊 Upbeat Vacation Music to Put You in a Travel Mood
 

Bossa Nova Beach - Relaxing Music
 

And for a little extra dose of Nintendo memory lane fun:

Nintendo Summer playlist

That is enough to keep us both busy and musically entertained for the rest of the summer as we enjoy a bit of self-care through relaxation and music!! 

Now maybe your turn, ?  How is your summer going?  Have you been able to find some lazy days for self-care where you can sit back, relax and enjoy yourself without feeling any guilt or restlessness?  I would love to hear!  

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