The Buddha's rain retreats were in August, September and October, and then maybe later September, October and November. I live in NYC. I'm wondering when it might be natural to have rains retreats in north America, when is the time when things are the most mellow and would accept retreats as a thing. Summer of course is a good idea, kids traditionally had 2 months off growing up. I know other traditions have the retreats at other times to suit their needs. I'm thinking I want a 3 month intensification to allow for me to also relax a little the other months. Is there anything equivalent to it raining and the Buddha wanting to get the monks out of the farmer's hair a little with retreats? Your thoughts?