Summer Solstice is sometimes referred to as "Midsummer." It is the longest day of the year. Once summer solstice passes daylight begins to diminish until we reach winter solstice, the shortest day of the year in December. But never mind that for now! Summer Solstice is the meteorological start of summer. It is time to enjoy vacations, great weather, pools, baseballs, and everything else that goes along with the favorite season of kids and most adults. Grab your favorite beverage and enjoy the season, because for many of us it is all too short.