George Ferguson Column: Feels like it's time to let this summer go

To say the least, it’s been one weird summer. For starters, do any of us even vaguely remember what rain looks or feels like?

The drought we’re all going through is real and it’s bad, and yet, ironically, I get compliments on how good my yard looks every other day.

No, for me personally, it’s kind of been an ironic summer all the way around.

On one hand, my wife and I have been able to indulge in what has become a true summertime passion — hiking. We’ve done some fantastic hikes, and have a couple more left before the high country of Glacier National Park gives way to fall, and the onslaught o...