Even though I was MIA on the blog for the past three months, so many (very fun!) things happened in between May and now, and I feel like I owe you a summer recap before we fully launch into pumpkin latte season. Now, while I could drone on and on about what I was up to, I thought it’d be more fun to not only show you but give you all the tips and tricks on enjoying your summer as an adult. Of course, we all love a good wine-night in, but for the days that we’re actually feeling a little adventurous, here are 5 things to do for your next adult girl summer.

Keep reading for all the tips and tricks!

5 things to do for your next adult girl summer

#1: Take a Weekend Trip

Okay, is it just me or do adulting and weekend trips go perfectly hand in hand? I mean, seriously, what’s better than getting to see a fun new city while barely using PTO?

My friends and I planned a weekend trip to Austin for the fourth of July and it was so much fun! Because it was around a holiday, we ended up getting one extra day to make it a super long weekend (big tip!) which allowed us to enjoy ourselves more without having to take PTO. I definitely recommend keeping your packing for a weekend trip to a minimum, that way it makes the trip way more easy and you can spend less on a plane ticket. Here’s the bag I used that holds so much and is so cute.

And don’t forget to set your OOF message so you can vacay in peace!

My Weekender + Other Favorites:

#2: Spend an afternoon wine-tasting

Okay, I seriously can’t think of anything else that screams “adulting” more than wine-tasting at a vineyard.

When we were in Austin, we had the opportunity to visit Salt Lick, a vineyard and bqq place that was both delicious and affordable. I believe we paid $20 to taste the wine and then $8 for the glass that you liked the best – I got the dessert wine! After the winetasting, we took pictures at the vineyard. This was my first time doing anything like this, and Salt Lick made it very comfortable for us to try the different wines and choose our favorite. I definitely recommend!

If you don’t live next to a vineyard, don’t worry! There are plenty of wine-bars that offer wine-tasting. Here’s a few top ones in Houston, TX: Nice Wines, The Tasting Room, and La Fuente Winery.

#3: Become a plant mom

You know you’re seriously becoming an adult when the thought of becoming a mom to a baby succulent brings you joy.

Something you can do for your next adult summer is take the next step and become a plant mom! While growing an indoor or outdoor garden can take time, it can be very rewarding — and also can freshen up your space! Me and Kendra stumbled upon this super cute plant nursery and it was so much fun. They had such a wide variety of house plants and seeds and it was very tempting to look for the perfect succulent to sit on my kitchen counter. I ended up not buying anything since I would be moving out soon, but I definitely will be back to adopt a plant baby soon. #pinterestworthy

#4: Try something new! (like hiking when you’re not a nature gal)

There’s something so satisfying about nervously stepping out of your comfort zone and actually having fun. I never pictured myself as a nature gal, but I agreed to go hiking with my friends in Austin and it was honestly one of my favorite moments from this summer. Even though I’m not too fond of heights or bugs (both which are unavoidable when hiking), allowing myself to live out of my comfort zone even for a little bit was so rewarding.

For your next adult girl summer – try something new! Whether that’s a hot yoga class, a new cuisine, or maybe a fun cooking class with your friends. Whatever it may be, take one time to climb out of your safety zone and just live! There’s a 98% chance you won’t regret it (keeping that 2% so none of you can sue me).

#5: Visit a Non-Traditional Museum

Listen, museums don’t HAVE to be boring. If a traditional museum isn’t your cup of tea, consider a non-traditional option for your next adult girl summer. Most cities offer an array of engaging museums such as an ice-cream museum, space museum, candy museum, trap museums, etc.

Me and my friend Aisha went to a butterfly exhibit that was a part of the Houston Museum of National Science. I didn’t know what to expect at first but was pleasantly surprised. Besides me uncovering an unexpected irrational fear of butterflies, it was a very unique experience and I had a lot of fun (when I wasn’t shrieking in terror every time a butterfly landed on me). The next time you’re looking at stuff to do for your next adult girl summer, try a non-traditional museum for a little spontaneous fun.

If you’re in Houston, here are some non-traditional museums you can visit:

… and if all else fails, just get up and get cute!

get summer time fine

Sometimes, the best adult girl summer pick-me-up is just looking and feeling great. Whether that’s pulling out your favorite summer tube top, wearing that new lip color you just got, or grabbing mimosas with your girls, do something that makes you feel great in your own skin. I invited my friends to a local boss babe event and we had the best time exploring the venue, taking pics, and just enjoying our summer day.

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That’s all I have for you, today! Overall, I can definitely attest that Summer 2019 was a fun-loving, sun-basking, #brownskingirl success. Of course, I had some extremely unglamorous moments (like that one time I was in the office till 8pm on a Friday and cried). But ya know, thus is life.

Even in the midst of our lives slightly falling apart, it’s always important to take time to enjoy the little moments. What do ya guys think, should I make a an adult girl list for the Fall/Winter season too? Let me know in the comments below!

Ta-ta for now,
The Corporate (Summer-loving) Queen

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for when you’re remembering the good times

James 1:17
Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.

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