This weekend marks the official start to summer-woo hoo! Even if the weather doesn’t cooperate fully, I will still be in full Memorial Day summer mode this weekend. That means I need to have all the right supplies and I am pretty sure I’ve found them. Sure I will still be biking, swimming and running but I will also be doing some relaxing with my family. Here a just a few of my Memorial Day Must Haves.
Memorial Day Must Haves
Bathing Suit & Sunscreen
I found this super cute bra sized, underwire top at Athleta. I like that the top will (hopefully) stay in place if I decide to jump in and swim a few laps or throw the football around with my son. They are currently on sale for 20% off. Don’t forget the sunscreen! My new fave is Supergoop. I usually have to order it from Amazon and I love the tote with all the essentials.
Beverages
Of course I am partial to my own Blueberry Iced Tea Spritzer which will keep you hydrated no matter what kind of fun you are up to this weekend. The frozen blueberry ice cubes are a game changer-just saying.
Burgers
This is the weekend for grilling and no BBQ would be complete without burgers and beans. I am planning on my making one of my favorite veggie burger creations. I will most likely be whipping up a batch of these Spinach, Eggplant and white bean burgers.
Beans
Whichever type of burger you have at your BBQ make sure to pair them with a tasty baked bean side. The subtle taste of bourbon made these Vegan Bourbon Baked Beans a real winner last summer.
Books
I love summer reading! Right now I am diving into this fun legal thriller and hope to finish it by this weekend. Everyone loves a good mystery. Find it here.
I am set for a relaxing and fun filled Memorial Day weekend with my family. Now if only I could make our weather forecast a little better!
Tell me: What’s on tap this weekend? Reading any good books? What are you cooking up this weekend?
Linking up
I’m not a huge lover of the summer (I hate the heat), but I LOVE grilling season and all the yummy drinks. I’m very much looking forward to a burger and baked beans this weekend!
I don’t like running in extreme heat but I do love sunny days. Hope you have a fun weekend
I really want one of those cookies from the picture! And yes to sunscreen! Save your skin, people!
I am trying to get more vigilant at sunscreen more but I can do better. I have wrinkles!
That reminds me…I never did make those bean burgers! I recognize the recipe from an earlier post…I need to make that a priority! My big weekend plans include a 10-mile run (not sure what day it will happen because the weather looks a bit damp…). And, we’re gonna finally get our mudroom organized… Have a great weekend!
The weather has not been my friend lately either hopefully we both have a nice sunny few days
No grilling on Memorial Day unless the forecasters are seriously wrong. Which has been known to happen!
I’m just powering through trying to get ready for my racecation. And shhhh! Don’t tell Mr. Judy, but having him around on Monday probably won’t help with that.
ha ha when my husband has days off I never seem to get things done either!
Sounds like a fun weekend you’ve got planned! There’s a local festival at the town square in Rockville so we’ll probably take advantage of that tomorrow. And the food you’ve got planed looks delicious!
Let’s hope the weather cooperates for both of us!
I picked up some new swimsuit tops and bottoms from Athleta too! Love how they can mix and match! We are busy working a big event in South Beach this weekend so I am looking forward to some good seafood!
I really like the fit of the Athleta suits for our age women (you know fit and fabulous!) Have fun in South Beach
We talked about pulled pork sandwiches and beans of course! I love the bikini! I use Elta sunscreen from the dermatologist. I have a separate tube I use for our faces and I love it because it’s not as thick as most sunscreens that have zinc. Hope you have a great Memorial Day weekend!
I will check out that sunscreen too I don’t know of it. I hate how some of it feels on my face
Can you believe I haven’t even thought that far ahead to Monday yet! We have our pool open so hopefully we’ll watch Baylee swim!
oh that’s fun! Our pool just opened too and I hope it won’t rain all weekend
I’m marinading shrimp this year, like I did for the Buffett tailgate last year. They were really popular, and I think my family will like them too. It’s a light, citrus marinade with a splash of tequila.
My family all loves shrimp and they would also love that marinade. Have a great weekend
I was at the Gap Outlet last week and they had Athleta swim separates for $9.99!
We are going to a parade and cookout on Monday. That blueberry tea looks so good and refreshing! Have a fun weekend
What who knew I could find them at an outlet?! Thanks for the info I love the way they fit
Tea spritzer looks AMAZING and so does everything else! Have a great weekend 🙂
Thanks you too!
I’m jealous you have a long weekend but we (Canada) just had one last weekend. Your ice tea recipe looks good! Hope you have a great long weekend!
Thanks so much looking forward to relaxing a little bit with the family
Thanks for reminding me about sunscreen. I haven’t been wearing any yet but I have a long run tomorrow (18 miles) and I know I need to lather up since I’ll be out for a while. Now, will the sun be out, too? It’s anyone’s guess in these parts…
Have a great weekend!!
yes I was really bad at sunscreen and now I have some little spots that have had to be taken off. I am trying to be better with it
A big yes to all of these! The Blueberry Iced Tea Spritzer looks perfect for this weekend 🙂
I am going to make it too!
I am not cooking one single thing this weekend. We’ve got 4 count em FOUR graduation parties to attend then my BRF from CO is paying us a visit. Now if this dang rain would just stop already. Hope you enjoy!
Those burgers looks amazing! I am loving the beautycounter sun stick.
I need to check out the beauty counter sun stick have not seen that. Thanks on the burger!
I love that suit! So cute.
I’m reading Life and Other Near Death Experiences by Camille Pagan. It was $1.99 on Amazon. I really really like it!
I try to find time to read more in the summer. I really like the way the Athleta suits fit on women our age 🙂
We’re actually going to have decent weather for the weekend. Usually it’s too hot to do anything outside, so this will be a nice change. That’s a beautiful bathing suit. I haven’t bought one for years and I dread the idea of shopping for one.
Well I would not say shopping for bathing suits is ever fun!
That’s such a cute swimsuit (+ I am so ready for warmer weather!!)! I want those burgers in my life too!
I hope you make the burgers sometime and have a great weekend
Love this list! Although I admit, it’s been a long time since I’ve been able to read a book. I’m lucky if I can get through a magazine!! Happy Memorial Day!
I am making an effort to read more over summer!
That blueberry iced tea spritzer looks so good! This weekend I’ll be heading up to a tri training camp to help coach and give some nutrition pointers.
Oh wow I would love to go to a tri training camp. Look forward to hearing your tips
Okay, those veggie burgers sound delicious and I need those!! Thanks for the recipe! We’ll be attending a sunset symphony outdoor concert and grilling out as well. Have a great weekend Deborah!
sunset symphony sounds really nice!
Vegan bourbon baked beans: I’ve made those too! And they are very good. I’m quite tempted by your iced tea with the blueberry/cranberry ice cubes, I’ll have to try it while we have some heat here. Yes, we’re all very excited here in Seattle. After breaking the record for winter rain, we’re now starting a hot, sunny streak– actually the first Memorial Day weekend without rain in the last fifteen years!
Well I think we must have gotten your cool rainy weather this weekend unfortunately
We traded!
How cute is that Athleta suit! I am in love with this current style of swimsuit, I have one already but may have to get another. Your recipes always look so good! Hope you have a great long weekend!
Thanks so much on both!
The bathing suit is super cute! & I totally would love to sip that spritzer by my pool!
Thanks and hope you have the chance to do so
Those are some great must haves! That burger sounds fantastic!
It’s one of my faves for sure