August feels like the month where summer catches its breath. The days are still long and warm, but you can sense the subtle shift—cooler mornings, back-to-school supplies in every store, and a growing urge to get back into a rhythm.

For me, August has always been about transitions. As a swim coach, I see summer winding down through the lens of early morning practices, team banquets, and those final neighborhood swim meets.

July always feels like summer at its fullest—sunny days, late nights, and a sense of freedom that runs deeper than fireworks and BBQs.

As a swim coach, this month is all about the pool deck. Whistles blowing, kids laughing, and the joy of watching young swimmers grow in confidence and skill.

There’s something magical about June in Utah. The snow is finally starting to melt at higher elevations, but the lower trails are calling. I love this time of year—not just because I can finally swap snow boots for hiking shoes, but because everything feels so alive. The birds are louder, the flowers brighter, and the evenings stretch out just long enough to enjoy a warm drink by the fire pit before bed.

This month is about settling in, whether that means: