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at my son’s boy scout camp, they make a daily announcement: DRINK WATER OR DIE. THAT IS ALL.
NOT very tactful but it says it all.
don’t forget the insect repellent!
Bring water everywhere you go so you stay hydrated!
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Use sprayable sunscreen to get all the bits of wriggly kids.
Do all of your errands early in the morning when it’s still relatively cool outside.
We have gel-filled neck wraps that help keep us cool wherever!
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Always have water and sunscreen on hand.
Never leave home without my sunscreen and lipbalm. Like to keep hydrated too.
freeze your water bottles so that they stay cold all day long in the hot sun.
I keep the bug repellent wipes in every purse and bag we own
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Always have sunscreen and sunglasses!
Always apply sunscreen every few hours, even if you are in the shade.
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Turn your air conditioner down to a cooler degree at night and really let the house cool down while it doesn’t have to battle the sun. The house will stay cooler longer during the day after a night of cool down.
With all those outdoor parties, remember to eat some sensible food before going to that party to save on calories.
My favorite tip is to have fun! Summer doesn’t last long enough, so savor those fun moments while you can!
Take time for your family.
To get a little extra exercise, park clear across the parking lot, so you’ll have to walk further.
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When going out to eat, bring a cooler with several ice packs so you can store the leftovers inside. That way, you can enjoy the rest of your evening without having to run home and put the food in the fridge.
The summer tips I usually follow are ones that help lower energy usage and costs: for example, raising your thermostat to 78 degrees in the summer, raising it even more when you’re away for more than 8 hours, and keeping the shades closed while your a/c is on, all can really help with efficient energy consumption.
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My favorite summer tip is wear lots of sunscreen while in the sun. Protect that skin now!
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Keep individual yogurts in the freezer for a quick and healthy cool treat!
Always apply sunscreen during the summer when you’re going to be outside, even if it looks “cloudy” out!
Cross ventalation in your house! I know that seems like common sense, but it’s such an energy saver!
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drink lots of water and wear sunscreen
Try to plan outdoor activities for the early morning or the evening to avoid too much sun exposure!
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When we go for picnics, or even days at the park I freeze the juiceboxes that way by the time we are ready for them they are nice and cold and thawed out.
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Summer is short, make sure you enjoy each day with your family to the fullest.!
My tip is to stay hydrated! Lots of fruit and water
Keep your curtains and blinds closed against that hot summer sun to help lower your electric bill. If you want some sunlight, go outside
Wear a cap or visor to protect from your face from the sun. Also, apply sunscreen and reapply if necessary. Then go out there and have some fun.Thank you.
My #1 tip this summer is to make sure I use a sunshade for my car windshield when the car is parked. We’ve had triple-digit temperatures most days this month, and my husband measured the temperature inside his parked car at nearly 140 degrees yesterday, even WITH a sunshade on and the windows slightly open!
My summer tip is that the summer is the perfect time to go through your closet, and get rid of all the things you no longer wear or need. Early September is the perfect time for a garage sale, so plan one and sell the things you decide to get rid of!
My biggest summer tip is keep hydrated. We live in Phoenix so its important for everyone to stay hydrated and drink lots of water.
Sunscreen!
And keep lots of popsicles and Italian Ice on hand
My favorite summer tip is shop at local farm stands and go to u-pick farms whenever possible and get the freshest, cheapest produce! We pretty much live on fruits and veggies all summer
Thanks for the giveaway… Hang a wasp trap in your yard (well away from your BBQ / outdoor eating area) a few days before that big weekend get together you planned, so that you can thin the wasp population a few days before the party !
make sure to stay hydrated in the summer
Sunscreen sunscreen sunscreen. I’ve already had one scare with skin cancer so it’s super important to cover up and use sunscreen.
Once in a while (not all the time) I turn the hose on low, and just hand it to Chubby-huggy (usually while hubby is grilling because she won’t leave him alone) and the look of delight on her face-priceless! Of course, I make sure she can’t reach the grill, or she would have that fire put out right away.