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Today marks the 4 day count down until all of my children are done with school and we can begin our summer vacation. We are sooo ready! Our suits and swim passes are primed and ready and our plans for all of our other summer fun is coming together nicely!
I know some of my friends might still have kids in school for another month, but it is never too early to start getting summer ready, so today I would like to share four fun ways to get out, make waves and stay cool this summer! All of these ideas I am going to share are pretty much free and easy, because those have a tendency to turn out to be the best kind of summer activities.
Look For Hikes That End In ANYTHING You Can Get Wet In!
Our family loves to do this and if you bring along a sack lunch or some treats you can make any summer day fantastic! We start out early since it gets hot fast and then hit whatever waterway we can find as soon as that summer sun starts getting to us.
Dance In The Rain
During the summer, here in Southern AZ we experience a rainy season called the monsoons. What this means is every afternoon from basically late June to early September we have a chance for heavy rain storms. Since rain in the desert is kind of a BIG deal and since kids are kids, they are going to want to go play in it. So around here rain dancing and playing in the rain is something highly encouraged and anticipated.
Play In The Hose
There are about million different ways to use an old fashioned garden hose. My kids tend to enjoy pretty much all of them.
A good spray down on a trampoline, filling a back yard pool or a run through a sprinkler can turn any dull afternoon into a party.
Make Popsicles Together
Today I am going to share with you one of the easiest popsicle recipes ever ! It’s a great way to get those fruits in, plus because it is so easy, the kids can help make them from start to finish.
First, peel and cut the fruit. We like to use peaches, strawberries, kiwi and blueberries, but you can pick and choose your families’ favorites.
Next, get out your handy dandy popsicle molds and fill them with the fresh fruit.
Pour in some apple juice or you can use flavored water if you prefer.
Freeze for a few hours, and Voila!
Your perfect summer cool down, is ready for you to enjoy!
Now, don’t forget while you are out enjoying the summer sun to use your sunscreen! We all want to have fun, but keeping our skin protected is key. I want to share with you what my family uses. We have members of our family with sensitive skin, eczema and the whole line-up, so we use and love Neutrogena Sheer Zinc® Susncreen.
Neutrogena Sheer Zinc Sunscreen offers superior UVA/UVB sun protection that is effective, yet gentle on even sensitive skin. Plus, only Neutrogena Sheer Zinc Sunscreen has breakthrough Purescreen® technology powered by naturally-sourced,100% zinc oxide.
Here’s why that is important, naturally-sourced zinc oxide means it is hypoallergenic, sweat and water resistant (80 minutes), non-comedogenic (which means it won’t clog pores), oil-free AND Dermatologist tested. Neutrogena Sheer Zinc sunscreen has even been awarded the National Eczema Association Seal of Acceptance™ as a suitable sunscreen for persons with sensitive skin conditions. Amen and woo-hoo right!!
Do you see why it’s my favorite? Plus, I pick mine up at my local Target. Which is always such a fun place to visit!
Even better is that right now from May 21st through 27th with either an in-store or online purchase of $15 in sun care, you will receive a $5 Target GiftCard!
Thanks for popping in! I need to jet, just a few more school related activities to get through until our summer vacation. I can’t wait! I hope these ideas and the fun recipe I shared today have helped you to start thinking about being summer and summer skin ready!
Love,
Jen
Comments
Omg, I love your popsicle idea and not going to lie I am working on a similar idea, but with gummy bears inside instead. So stay tuned for that on my blog soon, too :)
Janine Huldie recently posted…5 Ways for Moms to Keep Going with Hectic Daily Schedules
Oooh, I can’t wait to see that! Bring on summer, right?! Glad you liked this!
Jen recently posted…Summer Water Play Ideas and a Popsicle Recipe!
We’ve had a hot weekend here and water is key. That and sunscreen. I love the popsicles. Those look mighty good, and what a fun thing to make together.
Have a fabulous day and stay cool. :)
Sandee recently posted…Awww Mondays
Yes mam, we cooled down a bit this last weekend, but we will be well into the 100’s by next week I am sure. Glad you liked this recipe!
Jen recently posted…Summer Water Play Ideas and a Popsicle Recipe!
I love this pop recipe and the great, summer fun activities! {client}
So glad you enjoyed it :) Bring on summer!!
Jen recently posted…Summer Water Play Ideas and a Popsicle Recipe!
Those popsicles look so yummy; thanks for sharing. I used the hose all the time when I was younger, before we had a pool. We also used chalk a lot. :)
ShootingStarsMag recently posted…Someone Else’s Summer by Rachel Bateman
Oh my kids TOTALLY wish we had a pool. Maybe someday :) Glad you liked this recipe!
Jen recently posted…Summer Water Play Ideas and a Popsicle Recipe!
These look like absolute perfection. Thanks for the great idea Jen!
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Aren’t they fun! So glad you liked them :)
Jen recently posted…Fairies, Teepees and Magical Fun!
Love it! And kudos on your patch of grass. I remember how special a patch of grass is in Tucson. I loved it there, though, gravel yard, cactus, and everything.
April recently posted…It was time to meet the Army.
Wait you lived here? When? We have about a pool size patch of grass. Dang I love that space :)
Jen recently posted…Fairies, Teepees and Magical Fun!
I’m ready for summer now! Too bad I have to wait for the kiddos to get out of school on June 16. Maybe I should start making those popsicles anyway? Fun post, Jen.
Katy recently posted…When You Love Things That Don’t Love You Back
Ugh June 16th! Today is our first day of summer break and we are doing nothing. We were at a playoff softball game until 10 last night, so everyone is burned out. The end of the school year does that to you. Good luck!
Jen recently posted…Fairies, Teepees and Magical Fun!
I’m up for ANY way that I can sneak some fruit in to my kids’ bellies! And how incredibly appealing these popsicles will be once our NC temps start creeping above 90. (I know that you are laughing at me because you guys tough it out in the 100s all the time!) Thanks for the great idea! #happynowlinkup
Carolina Twin Mom / Mary Peterson recently posted…Sibling Competition, Quarreling and Clashing: What Gives?
We were 109 yesterday. I thought about moving, but well moving…. So more fruit pops it is! Happy summering and hope you stay cool!
Jen recently posted…Fairies, Teepees and Magical Fun!
Wow, we still have over a month of school!
Can we please Freaky Friday our lives so I can be you for a day? Heat is so hard to come by around here. We had it twice last week and now it’s back to wearing socks and light jackets.
Tamara recently posted…Patriotic Chocolate Covered Pretzels
For sure, if you can handle 109…. I think our first day of summer vacation is going to be spent next to a large body of water! A lightweight jacket sounds mighty nice :)
Jen recently posted…Fairies, Teepees and Magical Fun!
Yum! These look great and a good way to get kids to eat their fruit! #happynowlinkup
Thank you! I am so glad you liked them :)
Jen recently posted…Fairies, Teepees and Magical Fun!
I finally found my popsicle molds, so we are definitely giving this a try!
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Woo-hoo! I hope you enjoy them!
Jen recently posted…Fairies, Teepees and Magical Fun!
I would never imagine you guys get that much rain during summer, but i’m sure it helps with the heat. Love the popsicle idea!
Lowanda J recently posted…The Crazy Days of May
That is always the hope! Some summer’s it has been a downright failure in the rain category :(
Thanks!
Jen recently posted…Fairies, Teepees and Magical Fun!
Hi Jen, those popsicles do look good! Far better than any shop bought ones, that’s for sure. Dancing in the rain when it’s warm should be compulsory at least once, in a lifetime, people don’t know what they are missing out on until they’ve done it!
I’ll have to see if we get Neutrogena suncream here as my daughter has sensitive skin and some of the regular creams are a bit harsh.
xx
Debbie recently posted…Monday Morning Blog Club 29/05/17
Oh I think she would love it! My teen is hooked on the stuff now. It is not greasy and does a wonderful job.
Happy summering my friend :)
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