Sweet, Sizzling, ect., ect.

So, it's definitely been way to long since i've had time to post as much as I did in my first few weeks of blogging. Not that life for me is usually all that busy and such, but for some reason, august has a knack for bringing out the beautiful writers block. The stress of one month to go until school really starts getting at me, but when you think of it isn't summer only like two and a half months? So technically speaking I've still got plenty of time for a little R & R. Then again, now that I'm older school is never really out, I mean I still have to read multiple books, write essays, take an online course, and be ready to feel inspired enough to make it through the next 9 months of syco. Now tell me, does that sound like a joke to you or what? The whole point of summer is to be able to spend time doing what we teenagers do best, (sleeping, partying, working...maybe?) but now over our small two and a half month vacation we also have to worry about when the hell we are going to stop procrastinating and read these stupid books. Of course It's not the teachers fault the classes have higher expectations... but seriously they do have what nine and a half months in order to squeeze as much of this crazy book reading in as they want. All I want in return is the R & R that I earned over the last nine and a half months. Thanks for the listening, enjoy your last couple weeks in peace!

Summer's Best; The Boho Braid

The boho braid is the new tousled waves this and last summer. You can achieve this look by distributing smoothing cream throughout damp hair, then blow-dry using a round brush. Make a deep side part. Take three sections from the part area and french braid across your hairline, leaving some strands out near the front to weave in. Secure the bottom with clear elastic and keep the unbraided tresses bouncy with some kind of curl-reviving spray. The spray I use most commonly is Herbal Essences, but I also love catwalk and Bumble and Bumble products. This look will look chic wherever you decide to flaunt it, Hollywood stars are seen walking the red carpet with this style as well as walking the beach. I wear it most when I go running because its an easy way to ensure my hair stays out of my eyes, and that way I don't even have to use a headband.

Get Some Sand In These Sandals!

My current beach attire consists usually of a cute sun dress or romper, chic sunglasses, a large beach bag, and one of several pairs of Havainanas. Havainana flip flops are great because they are so affordable--but literally for everyday use are incomparable comfort wise. There are so many multiple designs and colors available which makes it easy to match them to every outfit and also have fun with them. They are sold in most stores that sell higher end flip flops or bathing suits and they can also be found at your nearest Macy's or Nordstrom. New styles are commonly created allowing you to continue finding your favorite and most comfortable flip flop.

Summer's Favorite Drink!

Actually, I have two Favorites.

The first one is an Arnold Palmer, which is a combination of lemonade and iced tea. I love it because sometimes just a lemonade is too sugary, and the plain tea dims it down a little, making it perfect for a hot summer day. You can buy them almost everywhere, but to be honest, my favorites are the ones made by Arizona Ice Tea Company. They sell at gas stations for 99 cents and last me an entire day of happiness.

Second Favorite, a Shaken Ice Tea Lemonade. Now that I think about it, It's almost exact to an Arnold Palmer, but for some reason, the taste is very different. You can get them at Starbucks everywhere, and they cost around 2 or 3 dollars. When you buy them, you get a choice of the tea used and sweetener (a must!), the best in my opinion is the Passion flavored tea but only a little bit sweetened. The fruit tea combined with lemonade is delicious.

Be aware though, drinking these addicting drinks may cause you to become a ‘usual’ at your nearest gas station or starbucks—How I know? I myself have fallen victim to these amazing summer delights and because of this I now have a new best friend at starbucks who has my drink ready for me before I’ve even worked my way up to order it!