A few ways to hang on to Summer a bit longer

Welcome to Septembers Cozy Living Series where I am sharing a few ways to hang on to Summer a bit longer.

As I have gotten older I no longer wish for the next season to get here….I wait and enjoy the heck out of the one we are in. I now understand how quickly time flies. How quickly our children grow. How fast the days end. Before you know it, the new season will be here regardless of how fast I want it to come or how fast I want it to go. I use to think of summer’s that way. Although Summer has never been one of my favorite seasons……I want to hang on to it a bit longer.

A few ways to hang on to Summer a bit longer

Spend some time outside

Despite the heat, get outside for a few mins ( or longer) each day. Sit on your porch, patio or under a tree in your yard. Grab a refreshment, book or just enjoy a quiet moment alone. I may be going all southern on you, but pour yourself some iced tea. I happen to think I make the best around. You can find my recipe here and tell me what you think.

Make small decor changes

If you are itching to get all those fall bins from the attic, how about making just a few simple changes instead of full blown seasonal changes to your decor. Instead of swapping out all the pillows on the couch replace a few and start adding in some throws without changing out the entire space.

Care for your summer blooms and garden

It’s summer until my Boston Ferns on the porch say so….and still look big and green. If your summer blooms are looking spent and tired replace them with another late summer plant or flower. Most home and garden centers have summer blooms on clearance right now. If your summer days are still hot and dry, don’t forget to give everything plenty of water.

Finish that Summer Bucket List

Remember that summer bucket list you created last Spring? Now’s the time to start crossing things off that last as the days of summer start closing in. 

Enjoy the summer fruits while you can

I take every opportunity to add fresh summer fruits and vegetables to my recipes. Although  we didn’t do much in our garden because we are building a new one in a different location, I still found the freshest fruits and veggies to use for cakes like this or drinks like this watermelon cocktail. 

Cheers to the remaining days of summer! How will you be spending them?

Ready for more from the Cozy Living team. Click on each of the links for beautiful stories, ideas and inspiration for the home.

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