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Tips and ideas for getting the most out of those lazy summer months we all love. Ideas for summer recipes, outdoor decor, flowers, activities, and more.
Summer means something different to all of us. Some of us think of family vacations and trips to the beach. Others think of lazy days at home and long walks. Today I’m featuring 25+ ideas for getting the most out of the summer months, because they are almost here. There’s a little bit of everything, so wander through the ideas, and begin to make your summer plans!
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- Spend a day at a beach or the pool, soaking up the sun.
- Pack a picnic basket and head out to your favorite park. Make some sandwiches, and then add:
- Lighten your bedding. Remove that heavy comforter and replace it with a neutral quilt.
- Fire up the grill and host a barbecue with friends and family. Here is our favorite grilled chicken recipe!
- Check out local concerts. Some communities have outdoor band shells where you can enjoy live music in the fresh air.
- Add walks to your daily routine.
- Explore a farmer’s market and enjoy fresh, seasonal food.
- Plant your favorite herbs.
- Take your yoga outside. I’ve actually done this twice with some girlfriends, and it’s truly amazing!
- Go berry picking.
- Make a foraged arrangement. Cut too-big herbs, ivy, fern fronds, hosta leaves, tree branches…anything you have in your yard that will bring the outside in.
- Make ice cream or popsicles!
- Set up an outdoor movie night in your backyard. Grab some blankets, popcorn, and enjoy a movie under the stars.
- If your community has botanical gardens, make sure to go!
- Make lavender lemonade.
- Get creative and spruce up your outdoor space by adding your own personal touches.
- Visit a local vineyard.
- Spend a day at the zoo.
- Take an outdoor cooking class.
- Explore local historical sites or landmarks. Learn about the history of your region while enjoying a day of sightseeing.
- Attend an outdoor art festival or craft fair.
- Shop your house and refresh one room by switching out the accessories.
I also have this one that I love.
Here is another choice.
- Buy yourself some fresh flowers…or if you have a cutting garden, bring a big bunch inside.
- It takes a bit of effort, but try dining outdoors. Pick an evening where the weather is cooler, and make the menu easy.
- All about why summer is my favorite season.
- Even though this post is all about “things to do,” it’s also important to slow down the pace of your daily life. Enjoy the summer months by adding activities that get you outside, but also take the time to rest and relax!
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I enjoyed reading your post, Ann! Thanks for all the great suggestions for enjoying the summer.
The blue and white pitcher from Anthropologie is beautiful and I think I just might have to order it!
HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY, ANN! Thanks for always bringing us your wonderful posts — and your new recipe post. Your recipes are always so yummy!
If I had a vehicle I could enjoy it, I’m 69 and on disability due to numerous medical issues. I live a five minute drive from the store but it takes me seven and a half hours walk , and in 100 degrees heat , believe me I’m not enjoying it. Hope you enjoy yours.