the saddest weekend of the year (for me)

sad. very, very sad. that's the only way to describe my mood as we close in on what is considered the last real weekend of the summer season. in honor of summer, i've decided to list (in no particular order) some of my ultimate favorite things about such a wonderful time of the year. not surprising that the majority are beach related.

go ahead, post in the blog's comments section - i wanna know - what are your favorite things about summer?

lightning bugs


hot dogs burned on the bbq and covered in condiments


havaiana flip flops (on sale for $15.50 from piperlime, who also has free shipping and returns)



my victoria's secret ruffle bikini top (still in stock for $18)


swimming in the ocean. even though i'm afraid sea "critters" are out to get me.


my birthday (it's on flag day)


sand in my apartment accidentally dragged in from days at the beach


sweating for no reason



outdoor beer gardens


bright pink nail polish on my toes


tan lines


my bright blue beach chair


evening strolls with nick after dinner


plums

fire island sunsets

maiden blog voyage

being my "maiden blog voyage," today's posts are dedicated to my obsession with summer...and the corresponding obsession with summer clothes. since june is the best month of the year (not only is it the official start of summer but it is also my birthday month), i like to spend it replenishing my wardrobe.

these are some favorites from my shopping efforts over the past few weeks...