Happy THURSDAY, friends!
Well, it’s BOOK DAY today. If you want to see the five books I read in May, hop over HERE and check out my review. If you want to see something SUMMERY, stay put on this post 🙂 .
I feel very confident that at this point in our relationship you understand that whether or not you want to embrace whichever season we are currently in, I am going to drag you into it kicking and screaming with so much joy and enthusiasm that you won’t be able to help but love it.
Today is just a reminder of all the reasons we should be getting excited and embracing SUMMER.
Should you need a little inspiration right now to get into the summer season, I have EIGHT SUMMERY BLOG POSTS you might want to read 🙂 .
These are the items I bring with me every.single.time I head to the beach!
These are all simple little ways I savor the season. I don’t want to miss a single, summery thing. There is so much to appreciate and enjoy!
MY 21 KEYS WORKING FROM HOME {SUMMER EDITION}
This time of year is always the trickiest for me as a “work from home” mom. No matter how many years I do it, I always get a little “pre-summer” anxiety leading up to it.
You can find all of my summer recipes in ONE SPOT! From burgers to cocktails, desserts, appetizers and breakfast ideas too, the summer season is one of my favorite times to cook, eat and repeat.
It truly is the best time of year to read 🙂 .
You can find the 2026 edition of everything I’m wearing this season right HERE!
Andrew always quotes one of his football coaches when he’s encouraging our kids about their various athletics and says “If you stay ready, you never have to get ready”. Well these words apply to our family because we stay BEACH READY! We go to the beach almost every day during the summer season which keeps us “beach ready” all the time. You can check out our best tips and tricks and ideas HERE. This post also includes my favorite SUMMER MOVIES!
And last but not least, this isn’t a blog post, it’s my SUMMER PLAYLIST. It’s fun, it’s happy, it’s family-friendly, and it will put you in the summer spirit 🙂 .
Just a bonus little post should you need something extra to go along with BOOK DAY!
Okay tell me, what’s your FAVORITE thing about the summer season? For me, it’s all of this extra family time. xx
Elspeth Mizner says
So many helpful posts! Thank you for sharing!
http://www.elspethsdaybyday.com
Sheri says
These first few days of summer has been so nice. My kids are more relax, fun to be around and I am saying yes more!
What books are your girls liking to read these days? My daughters are right around the sane ages as yours and looking for good book recs for them.
Mix and Match Mama says
That is a GREAT way to dive into summer! For the life of me, I can’t remember what Ashby is currently reading. It’s book four of a series. Mades is reading through Judy Blume 🙂 . She’s currently on Otherwise Known as Sheila the Great.
Valerie P says
Love this post Shay! Summer is my absolute favorite!!! There are so many things I enjoy about this season…hiking, eat outside everyday, Saturday markets, eating all the fresh fruits and veggies, floating the river, swimsuits, tank tops, shorts and sandals, long days, my yard, trips in our travel trailer, riding bikes, taking outdoor showers, spending time on our screened porch and on our patio, walking or biking places instead of driving…this list could go on and on. Love, Love, Love!
Mix and Match Mama says
I love your list SO MUCH!! Thank YOU for sharing it with us 🙂 .
Heather Green says
Oh it’s the reprieve in schedules, the late nights, the more ‘yes’ that comes out of my mouth, embracing the sunsets, the tan lines, the wet towels, the gatherings…..love this time of year! Happy Nantucket summer to YOU and YOURS!
Stacie says
Days just seem longer and its just so enjoyable to still be outside once the sun gas gone down!
Sheaffer says
HAPPY SUMMER! And I’m so impressed with your tomatoes!!!!
Beth Valenta says
Ahhh Summer, one more 1/2 day of school here! Toes in the sand, outside movies, grilling anything, fresh seafood, sleeping in, and sitting in the sun and relaxing.
Sue says
If you like cherry tomatoes, PLEASE look up Ina Garten’s Summer Garden pasta. YUMMY! EASY PEASY!!!
Jenny L says
Love love, love your blog, have for years. Thank you for the work you put in that makes it so fun, inspiring, informative, entertaining to read! I want to read the 8 Summer-y blog post but can’t get that link to work.
Mix and Match Mama says
Oh my goodness, THANK YOU for being so sweet and for showing up. I am genuinely so blessed by readers like YOU! xx
Michele says
Are Smith or Kensington working a job this summer?
Mix and Match Mama says
Yes, both of them work!
Debra says
I love the longer days – we take advantage by walking after dinner every evening even if we have worked out earlier in the day. Also love all the summer fruits and the summer holidays.