Summer Lovin'

K's most recent post about swimsuits and a lunchtime trip to Target that included a quick waltz through the gathering summer clothes has me thinking about summer. My most loved things of summer:

Trips to Jersey Junction for ice cream with anyone who is willing and able to eat ice cream with me at a moment's notice.

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Cute sun dresses.

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Trips out to the beach. I don't think I made a proper beach excursion last year - at all. My beach deficiency must be fixed this summer!

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Post beach hair and skin - a little more tan than when you left earlier in the day and definitely a little sandy to prove you earned your tan.

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Bike rides. Long or short. I dig being on my bike. Would love to get myself a cruiser bike for more relaxing bike adventures.

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Outdoor concerts. Neko Case at Meijer Gardens, I'm talking about you.

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Dinner outside with friends where we soak up remaining evening sun and revel in laughter and conversation.

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Fresh tomatoes and other fresh produce from my Farmers Market.

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Iced decaf hazelnut coffee or my other favorite summer drink "the sandy" - 1/2 iced tea, 1/2 lemonade.

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Warm weather and not being required to bundle up.

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What are your summer loves?