Can you believe it's July already?! Soon it’ll be back to school, back to cooler weather… but let’s not talk about that yet.
There is still time! Summer is in full force and here are five tips so that you make the best of what's left of it!
Plus, find out how you can enter the #SheSpeaksSummer17 Giveaway for a chance to win an all-new Fire HD Tablet with Alexa!
Nothing says summer like watermelon, so why not incorporate more watermelon into your summer!
Treat yourself to this light and fresh Watermelon St-Germain Slush, it includes:
2 cups frozen watermelon
2 mint leaves
squeeze of lime
1/4 cup cranberry juice
1 ounce Gin
1 ounce St-Germain
Looking for something non-alcoholic? Try this cute & easy Watermelon Sundae Recipe.
Summer is a great time to travel even if you can’t go far! Sometimes the best places are right under your nose. Take a trip around your hometown pretending to be a tourist. Book a tour, take a class, book a date night and take advantage of the season!
Enjoy the beautiful weather and relax by digging into a great book. Looking for a summer read? You can download one of summer's most anticipated books, Emma in the Night by Wendy Walker, for free, before it hits the shelves.
One night three years ago, the Tanner sisters disappeared: fifteen-year-old Cass and seventeen-year-old Emma. Three years later, Cass returns, without her sister Emma. Her story is one of kidnapping and betrayal, of a mysterious island where the two were held. But to forensic psychiatrist Dr. Abby Winter, something doesn't add up. Looking deep within this dysfunctional family Dr. Winter uncovers a life where boundaries were violated and a narcissistic parent held sway. And where one sister's return might just be the beginning of the crime.
Emma In The Night is a unique, touching and thought-provoking story that will keep you on your toes; you’ll never expect the ending! Get your free download here!
(BookShout.com and the BookShout app are compatible with your smartphone, tablet, desktop computer, and the Kindle Fire HD.)
Summer is all about being outdoors, so put on your favorite swimwear, find a pool, lake or beach near you, and jump in!
Summer nights can be equally as lovely as summer days. Find a nice spot (if you’re in a city you might want to find a location that offers a darker sky), lay out, and gaze away. If you’re interested in all the star names and constellations you can download an app like SkyView or Sky Guide that will tell you exactly what you’re viewing.
There are three ways to enter:
*One lucky commenter, Tweeter or Instagrammer will be chosen at random to receive an all-new Fire HD 8 Tablet with Alexa. Giveaway is open through August 2nd, 2017 to U.S. residents at least 18 years of age. Entrants must be a member of SheSpeaks. If you are not a member, click here to join. Winner will be notified by email.
Update: Thanks to all who entered! Congrats to our winner, SheSpeaks member natpay!
I'm gonna be recovering from a shoulder surgery... poor me!!
Take a break and read!
We are ending our summer on a lower note. Reading, swimming, maybe a quick road trip to the coast. Intentional enjoying the warmer temps with the ones I love!
Going to local festivals with the kids and taking a mini-vacation to Gatlinburg
I am going to spend as much time at the pool reading books as possible.
My boys just started Little League All Star tournaments, so I'm spending the next couple of weeks going hoarse from cheering them on. Then we plan lots of day poolside for the rest of the hot Texas summer.
I will be at the town pool and take many day trips with my family!
I plan to hit the beach as often as possible!
I think I want to just enjoy my summer drama free with a Watermelon St-Germain Slush.
Hawaii for a week and weekend BBQs. Driving the kids to and fro as they partake in various camps. A good summer!
I will be going on vacation in Aug., relaxing in the yard bbqing, drinks, having some fires, enjoying ice cream, work out/go for a walk, celebrating my husbands birthday in july and mine in aug., school shopping, going to the SOX game.
Chilling out on the porch! I love hanging out there to work and read.
Going to Universal Studios and San Clemente in a week to get out of living in HELL(AZ).
I'll just be working the rest of the summer Like I have been doing haha. Not big trips planned.
I will be spending the summer with my kids inside during the day and the evenings at the pool, permitting we don't get rained out.