From the Editor

“Wind's in the east, mist comin' in. Like something is brewin' about to begin. Can't put me finger on what lies in store, but I feel what's to happen, all happened before.” – Bert from Mary Poppins Summer in all its fast track glory, comes rushing in like a big gust of wind powerful enough to fly in a nanny from the clouds. Then somewhere around the beginning of August, the winds shift and you can tell something is brewin' about to begin. Man that Bert is one smart Chimney Sweep. A clever gent if you will. This August wind shift makes me a wee bit sad that summer is in its last full month (how does it all go so quickly?!) but it also makes me determined to enjoy every last spit spot second of these Dog Days. Though the days are getting shorter, they are still long enough to linger on the beach until dusk, stroll the Boards until bedtime, or sit on the porch sippin'’ with friends long after the sun has said goodbye. August in OC is time for parasailing, kite surfing, hydrofoiling (see our intrepid reporter Avery’s go at this new thrill sport on page 54), and slipping down water slides. It’s time to dress up your babies for parades, and build your sand sculptures. It’s time to try that new dish from your fave spot, or a new Downtown spot you’ve been biking by. In this issue, celebrate 25 years with Johnny B Goode Ice Cream Parlor's owner Jane Davis, go stargazing with Sage Hurley on page 62, say hello to 7th Street Surf Shop's Grom Squad and so much more. This is the time my friends. Get out there with gusto. As for me, I’ll be blowing in the wind until the next big shift tells me it’s time to switch out the sunscreen for the schoolbooks. Happy August!