SUMMER BUCKET LIST

My favorite season of the year is more or less, officially here! This summer will look a lot different than summers past, and I am trying not to be bummed about, and embrace my favorite season. I have put together my bucket list for summer! I really think you can still do things this summer while being safe and socially distancing yourself from others. Happy Summer!!

SUMMER BUCKET LIST:

1. Beach time!- Nothing more says its summer, than going to the beach! I think this can easily be done social distancing wise as long as you pick a beach that is not typically crowded and set up camp far from others.

2. Go to a Winery- This is another favorite summer time activity. I absolutely love sitting outside at a winery for a tasting, or splitting a bottle of something with a cheese board. I do love trying new wines, and summer is perfect for trying all new rosé! Because #roséallday

3. Dining al fresco- preferably by the water!- Most parts of the country are starting to allow dining outside. I have not been to a restaurant in months, so I hope we can get some outdoor dining in this summer!

4. Ice cream runs!- I love ice cream. LOVE IT! I even had a dedicated ice cream post last year 🍦.

5. Reading under the sun.- Reading outside when the weather is nice is a mood. I have read quite a bit in the past few months, but my list keeps getting longer, hah.

6. Have a Picnic- I haven't had an actual picnic in ages, and this summer feels like the return of the picnic. (If you want to safely see friends, a socially distant picnic in a park would be a fun option!)

7. Backyard soiree- I like planning and hosting. This summer will not be the summer for big parties, but planning something for the family in the current household would be fun! I think a rosé party would be perfect for summer!

8. Sunsets, lots of sunsets.- I am always chasing a sunset. They are so simple and beautiful, and are a big sparks joy moment for me. Summer sunsets are some of the most beautiful, and I would love to watch a lot of them (cocktail in hand!).

7. Summer drives- A drive on a sunny day with your favorite tunes, and maybe some iced coffee sounds lovely!

8. Pool day(s)- Another essential summer activity! I miss the pool we had with our house in Florida so much these days!

9. Summer seafood- Ok, so I really eat vegetarian, but in the summer, I have pescatarian tendencies in the summer for fresh seafood and fish. Grilled shrimp tacos and margaritas are always a good summer idea!

10. S'mores- Having s'mores is such a nostalgic thing, but every summer I crave them. I like to use a GF chocolate chip cookie in place of a graham cracker, hah. 

11. Grill outs- Throwing something on the grill for dinner is always a sign of warm weather, and this year I really want to try grilling pizza!

12. Lake life- Maynard's on Lake Minnetonka- Minnesota summers are gorgeous. The lakes are alive, and everyone is in a good mood after months of winter. I hope I can get home this summer, and hopefully go to my fave lakeside place!

13. Finish a Morgan Julia Designs canvas- Such a random item, but MJD has some of the cutest needlepoint canvases that scream summer! I have my eye on a light house, and champagne bucket.

14. Acai bowls- I crave these in the summer! It feels like a treat that is also healthy. Last summer I would order them, and then go sit by the pool and eat it while sunning and reading. I miss those days.

15. Wear Lilly!- I reserve all of my bright pattern and color wearing for the summer when I bring out the Lilly Pulitzer. A classic Lilly shift is something I reach for often during the warm season. They just launched a new collection for the summer, and I really love this, this and this!

As always,

#dontforgetyourpearls