On this morning's walk, my new small pleasure is looking up at the crape myrtle in full bloom — that bright pink is truly beautiful this time of year. As I walked with my eyes on the sky, I caught the sound of cicadas somewhere; summer has arrived in earnest. I spend my days in air-conditioned rooms, so these short morning walks, a little exercise and plenty of water, are how I plan to get through the heat.
| サルスベリ | さるすべり | crape myrtle |
| 見上げる | みあげる | to look up at |
| 満開 | まんかい | full bloom |
| 蝉 | せみ | cicada |
| 乗り切る | のりきる | to get through; to ride out |
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