The zoo closes at 5:00.
As I sped past the zebras and cockatoos
(pushing three little ones in a double stroller in 90 degree weather)
to capture the much-loved rhino while bathing,
I had an epiphany.
My wisdom knows no bounds.
It’s simply earth-shattering.
We want to look fresh – not sweaty.
We want to look updated – not run-down.
We want to look together – not sweating from every pour where are my keys?!? frownie face.
Leave me yours!
1. Two pairs of sunglasses – One cheap pair. One designer pair. I take the cheap pair to SeaWorld for my one year old to tear off during the Shamu Show and the designer pair when I’m out on a hot summer night with my honey.
2. Waterproof Mascara – no explanation needed. Stock up.
3. St. Tropez Bronzing Mousse – Find it here. Best sunless tanning ever. Dancing with the Stars uses it – but don’t let that change your mind from purchasing. You want to be tan – not have age spots.
4. A great large brimmed hat – Find one here, here, or here. You can pull it off. I promise. You are fabulous.
5. Sunscreen wipes – Find them here. Much easier than lotion or sprays for you and the kiddos!
6. Sugar-free popsicles – The 15 calorie ones at the grocery store are fantastic. You eat 10 of them and it’s like a bowl of cereal. Sign me up.
7. A Cover Up You Love – I don’t care whether you weigh 89 lbs or 890 lbs. You need a cover up and you need to love it. You need to feel awesome. Find a variety here or here.
8. Sun dresses (at least 4 of them) – If you live in a sunny city, sun dresses are the key to keeping cool. Find adorable (and modest!!) dresses here.
9. Over-sized Summer Tote – When you are off the beach, you want everything in one place. You don’t want to be looking through a plefora of handbags during your vacay. A large tote with alternating storage pockets and storage is a life saver. There are many inexpensive versions. Here is one of my favorites for Target.
