That aside, this post is all about things I'm loving thus far this summer. So... here we go.
1. BEING OUT OF SCHOOL. Okay, in case anybody forgot, I'm a teacher. This past Thursday was my last workday, and I am SO EXCITED... but I'm also lost as to what to do with myself. I'm applying for part-time gigs like a crazy lady (NPR's Morning Report has an opening!!!), scheduling impromptu trips to see my parents (WHO LIVE AT THE BEACH--WHAAAATTT?!?!?), and catching up with all the friends who never get to see me during the school year because I am trapped in my hobbit hole made of term papers.
2. Classic summertime fashion--I've been trawling the interwebs for items to add to my Capsule Wardrobe (which is explained quite nicely at Project 333). Here are some of my faves:
a. Roxy's Sun Dancer Cropped Scalloped Tankini is equal parts flattering, interesting, and, somehow, classically beautiful.
b. A good panama hat. Target's men's department has a great one--the brim is not too "sunhat," nor too "fedora." It's a nice medium width.
c. A red pair of ballet flats, preferably from London Sole. Timeless perfection.
3. I'm doing a detox that allows me to drink green tea (in addition to 1/2-1 gallon of water per day!) but no coffee. One of my favorite baristas told me that her favorite coffee sub was iced green tea with no water. I tried it and was instantly in LOVE.
SO YUMMY AND REFRESHING!
4. My detox also limits my snack options. Along with my green tea, I find myself choosing Evolution's Fruit and Nut Mix every time I stop at Starbucks; it provides me energy for a couple of hours and tastes delish.
5. Lastly, I've been LOVING my gel manicure. It makes me feel girly AND is durable. I am currently wearing a lavender-y color, but I want to do a hot pink once I've been outside a bit more (DO NOT WORRY-I WEAR A TON OF SUNSCREEN!). Anyway, I LOVE THEM, especially when the humid weather makes me feel anything BUT pretty!
So... what are your favorite things this summer? Would you recommend them?
