July always brings a smile to my face.

Okay, we're not there just yet, but my birthday is in July and  I always think of lazy, hot summer days and the insects take over. It perhaps wasn't the most summery of weekends - plenty of rain here anyway.

So here's a lovely summer meadow shot that will help you forget about the damp weekend and get you in the mood for July!

Small tortoiseshell in meadow. Image by Sue Kennedy (www.rspb-images.com)

This image was taken by Sue Kennedy and is one of thousands on RSPB Images. Take a look and find something that reminds you of summer!

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