“Whether you grew up with one or not, a summer full of the bike rides, mischief and romantic intrigue popularized in American cinema has an intoxicating pull.” Jackie Wong, Tyee senior editor, writes. Published June 27, 2025. https://thetyee.ca/Culture/2025/06/27/Perfect-Summer-Doesnt-Exist/

The Perfect Summer Doesn’t Exist

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