Don't Waste Your Summer!

July is upon us! Don't shun me for reminding you, but school stars August 25. Tulsa Tech classes start August 22. So take this gentle reminder: don't waste your summer!!! So far my summer has been jam packed with work, ballet, friends, family, a new baby cousin, a short vacay, a new bedroom, and so much more. (If you're wondering when I sleep, I don't know either.) Don't sweat it, though I am here to help. I know it seems tough to find fun or poductive things to do when the summer is flying by and everyone's schedules are like a giant jigsaw puzzle. So here are some suggestions:

PRODUCTIVE:

1. Mowing lawns around the neighborhood. soak up the sun, get a workout in, and earn some extra cash.

2. Sell some of you unwanted clothes at Plato's Closet. I love doing this! Plus while your waiting you can find great new wardrobe pieces.

3. Get a head start on any summer assignments for school. Lame, I know but school will be here in a blink.

4. Look up non profit organizations close to you that could use an extra set of hands. This looks great on college apps, and yo could gain some new friends.

5. Summer Reading Program. I do it every summer and love it. There is just nothing like escaping into the world of a good book.

FUN:

1. S'mores!!! pick a spot and just build a small little bonifre with a few friends and voila! Oh! and walmart has these ridiculous marshamallows now that are HUGE. (pictured above) This is a cheap fun thing to do with friends.

2. Splash Pads. These little parks are all over town and keep cool. There is no cost, and to make it even more fun pack a picnic! These wonders aren't just for toddlers ladies and gentlemen!

3. Take your special someone on a surprise picnic! They won't be expecting it and it's a cheap, easy fun, date. They will love it just because you put effort into the idea. Just keep in mind the heat factor, and plan ahead.

4. Snow Cones. You all know I'm a snow cone junkie! Wih 6+ shacks all over town you can pick any spot you like to have a sweet treat. Also a cheap place to hang out with friends.

5. Egg white facials. Girls, this one is for you. A coworker of mine recently shared this well kept secret. Take two egg whites and gently beat them in a bowl. Then sort of paint it (paint brush/ sponge needed) on your skin. then take strips of toilet paper and place it on top, then paint over it again. In a sense, you're doing a paper mache on your face. It's a completely organic way to unclog pores and a lot of fun to do with a best friend. Keep in mind it takes a while to harden, then just peel away the mask.

I hope you enjoy these tips, and stay hydrated this summer! Water and sunscreen are cruicial!