Strawberries

The number one marker of the summer is a ripe, juicy, ridiculously red strawberry. 

And all you have to do is buy them at your local grocery store. So not only are you getting the first, subtle (but important) reminders that the polar vortexes of the past few months are behind us, you get that taste of truly pure, sweet delicious summer in berry form. There couldn't be simpler way to usher in the summer than with a big bowl of fresh strawberries. I suggest savoring every last one while listening to your favorite music or a really good book. A pack of berries might cost $4, but the value of quietly welcoming in the summer is priceless.

Or you could try making an exquisite homemade ice cream 

BURSTING with the essence of the summer.

Nothing makes me happier than when I see spring and summer produce pop up at farmers' markets and in the grocery store. Only then has the season changed - when the (actual) fruits of the earth appear. Take time to celebrate the change in seasons by munching on the fruits of mother earth's labor. They are delicious, any way you slice them. 

And just FYI - They pack quite a nutritional punch too.

20 Ideas to Simplify NOW

1. Don’t buy stuff you don’t need.
2. Get enough sleep.
3. Fill up your gas tank when you are in the moment and thinking about it.
4. Smile at people as they drive by.
5. Say thank you.
6. Make a point of getting up just 10 minutes earlier
7. Call your mom, dad, sister, or brother to say "I love you" as often as possible.
8. Clean off your plate when you're done eating and put it away.
9. Give someone a (genuine) compliment.
10. Be polite. Always respect your elders.
11. Let people help you when you need it.
12. Take ten minutes at the end of each day to organize your workspace.
13. Keep a record of your usernames and passwords.
14. Don't eat when you're bored.
15. Don't drink alcohol to appease others.
16. Write thank you cards. They mean more.
17. Take notes when important people are talking.
18. Hug it out.
19. Drink water if you're thirsty.
20. Apologize when you're in the wrong.