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Fact: Long days in the sunshine are better when you're wearing flowy dresses and hanging out with your girl squad. There's nothing like going on little adventures with your besties to make the most out of Summer weekends, from doing things that need a tiny bit of planning to just winging it and relishing in each other's company.
Time seems to slow down in the Summer, which is the perfect excuse to wind down and reconnect, spend quality time with your chosen family before life gets too busy again, and take a million selfies to always have the memory of the good times! Here are some simple ways you can do that.
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Work out together
Strengthen the bond between you and your friends by working out together. While we might not feel it right at the moment, exercise is actually a great way to boost your happiness. And who better to share that happiness with than your besties?
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Go to the park and have a picnic
Some days are meant to be enjoyed in the park — with your friends and a lot of food. There's always one friend who's the "Snack Queen," ready to whip up something so everyone can praise how good her spread was.
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Reward yourself with a Starbucks S'mores Frappuccino® Blended Beverage
In between all the fun activities, you should give yourself a nice reward because you're really giving it your all. The Starbucks S'mores Frappuccino® Blended Beverage will hit the spot! Its marshmallow-infused whipped cream, milk chocolate sauce, and creamy blend of vanilla, coffee, milk, and ice are perfect to satisfy your sweet tooth, and keep you going throughout the day!
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Get a pedicure together
Sandals, wedges, peep-toe heels, flip flops — this is the perfect time to have our toes out in the open! Get them ready to be seen by indulging in a pedicure with your besties. There's nothing like getting pampered while enjoying a little chit-chat with the girls who know you best.
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Volunteer together
Whether it's cleaning your closest beach or park, taking a shift at a food bank or soup kitchen, spending quality time with the elderly at a retirement home, or offering to walk dogs from your local shelter, knowing you made a little difference in the world is the greatest feeling in the world — and it's even better when doing it together with your friends.
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Treat yourselves with a homemade spa day.
Cleanse, mask, moisturize . . . we're all about self-care. Relax with your friends, do each other's hair, try that new activated charcoal mask you've been dying to check out, exfoliate, and treat yourselves. You've earned it.