MY TOP 5 FOR SUMMER 2022

Summer has been on my mind a lot lately. Even though this time of year brings the heat, it also brings memories of warm nights sharing a drink with friends, cool dips in the pool and lots of time throwing around a ball outside with the dogs.

The Color Orange

I don’t know what it is, but I’m ready for orange everything this summer. Orange painted nails, orange summer dresses, orange bikinis, I want all the orange in my life. Here are some cute orange items I’ve been thinking about.

Elevated Flip-Flops

I feel like you either hate these or love these. I don’t know if it’s the nostalgia of a fun chunky shoe or that I’m only 5’1 and will take any height I can get (even at the pool), but I’m sort of obsessed?? If you asked me last year my thoughts on flip-flops, it was a hard pass for me. Maybe I’m just getting caught up in the trends, but I don’t know… I think everyone needs some platform flip-flops in their life. Catch me wearing these not only to the pool this summer, but also on my grocery store runs.

pickleball

My summer activity of choice! Never heard of pickleball before? It's worth a google. Believe it or not, it’s one of the fastest growing sports! Think tennis, but, in my opinion, more accessible. I don’t know about you, but I can find tennis intimidating, and pickleball was way easier for me to pick up as a casual player. I feel like it got a reputation as a sport older people play, so call me “grandma” because I’m all about it. Here is a great starter set with some paddles and balls to get you started!

Fun Summer Drinks

Anyone else on the side of TikTok where you see all the pretty and delicious looking drinks? I want to channel that energy this summer and enjoy all sorts of yummy, fun beverages. Some with fresh fruit, bright colors, non-alcoholic and alcoholic, the perfect crushed ice and serve them all in the cutest glassware. I know there are more important things in life, but sometimes you need these little joys to brighten a day. And if that’s serving a sparkling lemonade in cute glassware, that’s what I want.

Hot Girl Walks

I’m not sure when the term “hot girl walk” was originally coined or who was the first to say it, but it’s one of my favorite things to do. What’s a hot girl walk? Well more than it is about being hot or a girl, it’s a walk you take to clear your mind, get outside and maybe listen to something inspirational like calm music or a podcast. Hot girl walk is more about taking care of your mental health than physical, but it’s also still a good way to be active and breathe some fresh air.