Things to Do This Summer

It was in a moment of relaxation at a family BBQ that I found myself daydreaming of summer. As I stared at the setting sun and listened to the laughter of children running through freshly mowed grass, I experienced overwhelming feelings of nostalgia. I vividly remembered the anticipation of summer vacation and all that it had to offer: the late night swims, trips to the beach or to the lake, bad television, messy kitchens, and a feeling of freedom as I watched my overwhelmed parents finally leave for work.

Insert {sighs} here.  

Upon relieving these sweet memories I had to ask myself: When did we all have to start being responsible? Why do we have to go to work?! I joke about this particular sentiment but seriously, Why are we always so uptight? Why can't we tackle the thought of summer with the same excitement as we used to? Isn't life too short?

The answer is apparent. It's time to stop being so "lame". ;)

This summer, don't focus on work and the bills you have to pay. Indulge that younger version of yourself and....

Run through the sprinkler to cool off. 

If you decide to slide through the Slip N' Slide, I won't judge you. In fact I'll applaud you. 

Run after the ice cream truck and buy the popsicle that turns your mouth blue.

Kiss your sweetheart in the pouring rain

Slip off the stilettos and run through the grass in your bare feet

Go for a midnight swim {bikini optional} 

Grab a bottle of wine, a blanket, your Ipod and head to the backyard.

{Stare at the stars for awhile...}

Grab a bunch of your girlfriends and head to the beach

Stay up way past your bedtime. Who cares if you have to work in the morning.

Do what makes you happy. Summer comes only once a year.


Xo- Kristina