It is a hopeful time of year for shore folk, many of whom thrive not only on summer industry, but sunlight in general. Ever notice how that first sunny day after a long, cold winter is always an automatic mood booster? There’s a reason our pets always find the sunny spot in the room to rest in during the day.

It’s science. Biological research has increasingly shown evidence that light exposure during the morning and afternoon has a host of hormonal benefits and, contrastly, that light exposure…