8 ways to enjoy summer

Summer is fast approaching. Are you ready? What makes summer great for you? What makes summer fun? We hope eight suggestions will inspire you to enjoy the season.

Create cozy outdoor spaces.

At this time of year, I love making my outdoor spaces beautiful. Arrange outdoor furniture with cushions and plants. Make your outdoor spaces as comfortable as possible. Getting some fresh air will do you good.

Clean out your closet.

The change of season is the perfect time to purge your closet of clothes you no longer wear. Donate undamaged items to local charities. If you have dressy garments you no longer use, consider charities that help women re-enter the workforce to become self-sufficient.

Make a summer reading list.

Take the time to read some good books this summer. Vacations at the beach, or even at home in a hammock, provide a quiet time to get away from it all with a good book.

Cultivate a garden

Whether you love flowers or vegetables, plant a garden and enjoy the fruits of your labor. Dahlias, nutsedges, impatiens, and marigolds are good choices for summer color.

Refresh your guest room.

Many people host out-of-town guests during the summer. Refresh your guest room with new pillows or wall art—welcome guests with fresh flowers and new towels.

Take pictures

Nothing helps preserve summer memories like photos. Have you got an outdated camera? Now is the time to get a new one. Consider making a summer picture book at the end of the season. It will be something you can cherish for years.

Courses

Stay away from the television, computer, or anything else that “wastes” your time. Take that course you’ve always wanted to take.

Camp under the stars

Summer is the perfect time to go camping. Buy or borrow a tent for a fun summer night. Camp in a national park or local campground, or even pitch the tent in your backyard to experience the fun of camping.