Well folks, we've made it to the last month of summer. Whether you're traveling the world (jealous of you) or working 40 hour weeks (s/o to others suffering with me), it's time to make the most of the days we have left of this wonderful season (unless you live in Florida and it's summer 11 months out of the year). If you're looking for some more basic things to do with your best gal pals, then follow these easy steps to have the ultimate beach picnic.
The first thing you have to remember is a cute and trendy beach blanket. I know this sounds stupid, but the blanket really brings the whole picnic together. It's the background for the food, pictures, and your butt to be comfy on. If you're struggling on finding a blanket, the best place to search for one is in your garage. Sure, there may be some dust and ants crawling on it, but that makes it authentic and a true picnic blanket.. Colors, shapes, whatever...just make sure it's there.
The next step is a stop at your neighborhood Publix. There truly is no place like Publix, and I feel like I'm cheating on it whenever I go to another grocery store. Anyway, if you're ballin on a college budget then keep a look out for the buy-one-get-one deals because those are no brainers to buy. If you're also still suffering from the freshman 15 and are trying to act like you're eating healthy (girl, we know that's a lie), the pre-packaged fruit salads are prime. They make you feel healthy, and there are like five different berries in one package, so you really can't go wrong with them. Other great eats are (but in no ways limited to): carrots with hummus, cold cuts, and snicker doodles-because we all know you can't walk out of there without something sweet.
After the food and drinks are picked up, head over to the nearest beach. You have to make sure it's not too crowded so not that many people see you being a basic white girl. Another good idea is to strategically place yourself next to a cute guy and his doge (dog) because nothing gets a conversation flowing quite like a dog owner chasing his dog when he's trying to eat your turkey. Set up camp, and nom your heart out, girlfriend. ~Eat until you hate yourself and have to unbutton your shorts~
Once the sun starts setting, it's time to attempt the artsy pictures. Sitting, standing, candid, fake laughing, and peace signs...These are all extremely crucial poses that need to be done to make sure you live up to your white girl stereotype. I know you'll hate yourself in the process, but we all know you'll be feeling great when you hit the hundo likes on insta. Snapchats are also encouraged because if people don't know exactly what you're doing at every minute of the day then are you really doing it????
There you have it: an easy how-to guide on how to have a romantic date night with your girls when guys are totally nonexistent in your life. However, you know your night is a success when juniors in high school hit on you (true story...if you're reading this kid, I know you don't go to TCC)!!! Happy eatings, friends!
The first thing you have to remember is a cute and trendy beach blanket. I know this sounds stupid, but the blanket really brings the whole picnic together. It's the background for the food, pictures, and your butt to be comfy on. If you're struggling on finding a blanket, the best place to search for one is in your garage. Sure, there may be some dust and ants crawling on it, but that makes it authentic and a true picnic blanket.. Colors, shapes, whatever...just make sure it's there.
The next step is a stop at your neighborhood Publix. There truly is no place like Publix, and I feel like I'm cheating on it whenever I go to another grocery store. Anyway, if you're ballin on a college budget then keep a look out for the buy-one-get-one deals because those are no brainers to buy. If you're also still suffering from the freshman 15 and are trying to act like you're eating healthy (girl, we know that's a lie), the pre-packaged fruit salads are prime. They make you feel healthy, and there are like five different berries in one package, so you really can't go wrong with them. Other great eats are (but in no ways limited to): carrots with hummus, cold cuts, and snicker doodles-because we all know you can't walk out of there without something sweet.
After the food and drinks are picked up, head over to the nearest beach. You have to make sure it's not too crowded so not that many people see you being a basic white girl. Another good idea is to strategically place yourself next to a cute guy and his doge (dog) because nothing gets a conversation flowing quite like a dog owner chasing his dog when he's trying to eat your turkey. Set up camp, and nom your heart out, girlfriend. ~Eat until you hate yourself and have to unbutton your shorts~
Once the sun starts setting, it's time to attempt the artsy pictures. Sitting, standing, candid, fake laughing, and peace signs...These are all extremely crucial poses that need to be done to make sure you live up to your white girl stereotype. I know you'll hate yourself in the process, but we all know you'll be feeling great when you hit the hundo likes on insta. Snapchats are also encouraged because if people don't know exactly what you're doing at every minute of the day then are you really doing it????
There you have it: an easy how-to guide on how to have a romantic date night with your girls when guys are totally nonexistent in your life. However, you know your night is a success when juniors in high school hit on you (true story...if you're reading this kid, I know you don't go to TCC)!!! Happy eatings, friends!