What You Need For Summer
Summer is not my favorite season. I do not enjoy being warm. In fact, I much prefer being consumed by the chill of A/C. I love A/C so much, it’s typically blasted so high in my car that my eyes dry up. That’s how I do summer. The problem is, my family loves being outside. They love humidity on their skin. They love running outside until their cheeks turn red and their clothes are dirty. It’s a nightmare in my head just thinking about it. Humidity is one of my biggest enemies (hello, have you seen my hair?). Sweat is also the worst. I could rant endlessly about this but that’s not the point of this post.
My point is to share the things that help me “tolerate” being outside in the summer for my family. Below I compiled a list of my Must-Have summer items. If I don’t have these, I won’t be outside. This list has helped me actually enjoy the outdoors, so if you’re like me, I hope they can help you too. These items work great if you’re in your backyard, camping or lounging at the beach.
Blankets
Silky Sand-Proof Blanket ($20)
Hand Woven Mexican Blanket ($15)
Mosquito Repellant
Thermacell ($20)
Murphy’s Natural Incense Sticks ($10)
Sun Protection
Visor ($13)
Hero Face Sunscreen ($19)
UPF 50+ Swim Zip suits & accessories for the whole family ($12-$50)
Hydration
Cooler with wheels ($35)
Swell Insulated Water bottle, 40 oz. ($55)
Hydroflask, 40 oz. ($55)
Temperature Control
Ikea pop-up tent ($35)
Easy Set Up Tent for 3-4 people ($65)
Pop N’ Go Playpen for kids ($200)
“Wind Powered” Shibumi Shade ($250)
Portable Mini Fan ($20)
Travel
Reef Backstrap Sandals ($55)
Large Simply Southern (like Bogg Bag) ($80)
Beach Wagon ($160)
Tommy Bahaama Backpack Beach Chair ($90) —tip, you can find these chairs 40% less at Costco or TJ Maxx
Sony Waterproof Speaker ($90)
