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Summer Moments (Don't let them pass you by)

"Summer only comes but once a year so don't let this summer pass you by without rewarding yourself with the simple things that make summer the best season of them all."



Summer, a season where the days are extra long and warm, when an ice cream cone tastes extra special and the sunrise and sunset is glorious. So many activities going on in the summer like baseball games, picnic's, and outdoor concerts. Don't let this summer pass you by without having some sweet summer moments. 

#1    Go to the beach and enjoy some water sports.
#2    Go to the mountains and take a hike.
#3    Go camping.
#4    Take a bicycle ride through the countryside.
#5    Have a picnic.
#6    Have a bonfire with a singalong and eat s'mores.
#7    Play a game of bocce or croquet on the lawn.
#8    Have a refreshing swim in a lake.
#9    Go fishing.
#10   Enjoy a baseball game or outdoor concert.
#11   Read a good book on a relaxing hammock.
#12   Eat an ice cream cone.
#13   Go to an amusement park.
#14   Go to the country fair.
#15   Take a yoga class outdoors.
#16   Pick some berries at a local farm.
#17   Make a delicious fruit pie to share with friends.
#18   Shop at your local farmers market.
#19   Start your own little herb and vegetable garden.
#20   Have an outdoor BBQ.
#21   Take a boat ride.
#22   Take a road trip.
#23   Volunteer a few hours of your time for a worthy cause.
#24    Feed the birds.
#25    Pick some flowers.
#26.   Attend a summer camp or summer program.
#27   Visit your local library.
#28    Learn an instrument.
#29    Write a poem.
#20    Sing in the church choir.
#21    Count your blessings.
#22    Be grateful for having important things like good health, food, and shelter.
#22    Find moments to be cheerful and enjoy the long days of summer.
#23    Wake up at early and watch the sunrise.
#23    Take a picture of the sunset and look forward to more summer days!
#24    Be grateful and trust GOD!

                              Enjoy some awesome recipes from "The Summer Book" by Susan Branch!

Summer only comes but once a year so take time to enjoy your summer and have some precious summer moments.

HAPPY SUMMER!

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