My Summer List…….

I love the summer lists that lots of bloggers complete

with their young children…….

But I have tween and teen girls who need no reminders

to make s'mores or have sleepovers or go to the beach.

And truth be told…..if I allowed it, my entire summer would

revolve around nothing else than ensuring my girls 

are entertained 24-7……..

Of course, I want my girls to have a great break

but this momma also needs some summer fun too!

I really believe all mothers, no matter the age of your children,

need to take time for themselves, do something you love, 

learn something new, get a pedicure, go out with your girlfriends,

go on a date with your husband, exercise……..

Here's some items on my personal summer list:

Sadly, I don't read as much as I would like.  I tend to purchase books 

and stack them on my nightstand…..I am determined to do some reading 

this summer….some I would like to start with are pictured above.

Summer flea markets are always a favorite activity!

Have you heard of SoulCycle?  This is Portland's version

and I am hooked!  I have been going to a cycle 

class at this Pearl District studio at least once a week

since May and I will continue during the summer!

As I have gotten older matured I have enjoyed learning

new things.  I signed up for this online class and intend to 

learn Illustrator - something I have always wanted to do!

And of course, I hope to spend some time working on both

'form' and 'function' in a some areas in my own home!

I spent the last year working on so many great client projects

but I hope to tackle some important areas in my own home

this summer!

Wishing all of you some opportunities to make 

time for YOU this summer!