Category Archives: Summer
What you need for your summer staycation
Sometimes the most relaxing kind of vacation is when you have absolutely no where to go. No bags to pack. No itinerary to follow. No plane to catch. Just time to veg out and enjoy being.
Instead of jetting off to some other destination a summer staycation – a vacation at home – can be just what you need. And with a little advance planning your staycation can be relaxing and fun and just as good as a trip away.
Here are some tips and things to cosider when planning your summer staycation:
Entertainment
Chances are you’ll spend a lot of time just chilling out on your staycation, and you’ll want some entertainment, so gather what you think you’ll want:
– A stack of good books.
– Favorite movies.
– Craft projects.
– Games you may want to play.
Activities
Why not try out something you’ve always wanted to do or been meaning to do during your staycation?
– Camp in your own back yard.
– Go to the water park.
– Visit a neighboring town.
– Be a tourist in your own city. Explore museums, the zoo, or aquarium.
– Have a neighborhood block party.
– Find a drive in movie theater or outdoor film festival.
– Host a family reunion.
– Go tubing!
Food
It’s probably a good idea to plan out your meals ahead of time. That way you won’t have to spend your precious time at the grocery store or deciding what to do for dinner.
If you’re into cooking, decide what you’ll cook when and get everything you need. Not a cook? Stock up on snacks and treats and make sure you have plenty of take out menus on hand.
You also may want to make reservtions ahead of time at your favorite restaurants!
The key is to make some plans ahead of time so you can enjoy your time off at home. And remember, no cleaning or household chores are alowed! This is time for pure relaxation and fun, just as if you were off in some other place!
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11 Easy Summer Breakfast Ideas
The hotter weather of the summer season means eating a lighter breakfast. Here are 11 ideas to kick off your morning with a tasty, easy breakfast!
2. Cheese & Veggie Egg Muffins
5. Granola
6. Bagel and Cream Cheese With Tomato and Cucumber
7. Savory Oatmeal & Soft Cooked Egg
9. Sweet Potato Breakfast Burrito
10. Honeyed Yogurt and Mixed Berries with Whole-Grain Waffles
Warm weather pajamas are here!
We’re thrilled about these new pajama styles from bSoft! Made of a soft and stretchy jersey fabric derived from bamboo, this silky material feels light against your skin. A perfect addition to your spring and summer PJ wardrobe!
Take a look at our variety of patterns and PJ styles. Click here to shop the whole collection!
bSoft “Blue Seashells” 3/4 Sleeve Robe
$40
bSoft “Cherry Blossom Baubles ” Pajama Capri Set
$50
bSoft “Parisian Toile” Black and White Pajama Shorts Set
$36
bSoft “Pink Seashells ” Pajama Capri Set
$50
bSoft Classic Black Jersey Lounger
$60
Five for Friday: Forever Summer!
by Becky Boyd, The Pajama Company Editor
Ahhhh, summer. I don’t know about you, but summer seems to fly by for us. And this weekend, we just want to hold on to it a bit longer. Dig our feet in the beach sand, share a great meal with family and friends al fresco, feel the sunshine on our faces!
In that spirit, we’re celebrating summer forever this weekend! Use code FOREVER now through Monday at checkout and get free UPS ground shipping on any order over $24.
Happy Labor Day Weekend!
Easy Blackberry Ice Cream // the view from great island
Emerson Street Nightshirts // The Pajama Company
15 Centerpieces for Your Summer Table // Apartment Therapy
32 “Slow Living” Inspired Ways to Savor Summer // Mark’s Daily Apple
Summer Forever // jonstich
20 Ways to Make the Most of the Rest of Summer
by Becky Boyd, The Pajama Company Editor
Although some of us may be gearing up for back to school, we still have a little over a month of the official summer season left!
That means its time to get the most out of the warmer weather and long days, before the change of seasons is upon us.
To help you along, We’re giving you 20 fun ways to make the most of the rest of your summer…
1. Float in the pool.
2. Make a campfire – roast marshmallows and tell ghost stories!
3. Go to the waterpark.
4. Play on the swings!
5. Go camping.
6. Go to the farmers market and grab some late summer goodies!
7. Spread out a blanket and read under a shady tree…
9. Learn to paddle board.
10. Throw an outdoor dinner party.
11. Tour your city’s local historic sites and landmarks.
12. Take the dog for a hike in the park.
13. Go to an outdoor movie.
14. Sit on the porch and sip lemonade.
15. Lay in the hammock and do nothing!
16. Have a beach day.
17. Grab a blanket and go star gazing…
18. Go tubing.
19. Take a spontaneous weekend trip to the mountains.
20. Go out for an ice cream cone!
….enjoy!