Happy Saturday! Recovering from an extra long weekend is always so challenging, but an extra short work week definitely sweetens the deal. After a busy and fun weekend at home, I’m ready to use these days off to relax a little and then catch up work and get back on that 5K training plan (two weeks to go!). This is my third summer in D.C. and I love life here, but going home just nourishes the soul and gives me a very necessary breather. We’re already halfway through summer — time to refresh and start checking some activities off the bucketlist! What’s on your to-do list for the second half of the summer?

• Have you ever used a self tanner? Some of these budget-friendly options look worth a try
• Grabbed these beauties from Baublebar last week and I can’t wait to wear them
• Grace’s London travel diary is giving me major vacation envy
• Adding some of these books to my ever-growing summer reading list
• This dress is too cute on Maya (as if I need another striped dress)
• These tropical tacos look so yummy + so easy to make at home
• Amanda’s advice for finding your passion hits close to home
• If you’re in D.C., don’t miss this news from Sweetgreen
• Make your home Insta-famous with these tips from the pros
• Forever on the hunt for the perfect sunscreen

On the blog:

• A bright, trendy dress for summer (now on sale, too!)
• The easiest way to stay healthy on-the-go
• Shop some of our favorite Etsy shops

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