🌞 Friday Favorites – July Week 4
Can you believe July is almost over? We’re squeezing every last drop out of summer with late-night laughs, fresh peaches, patio dinners, and soaking up every sunset we can. This week’s favorites are full of little things that have made us smile, simplified our days, and reminded us that the best memories usually happen when you’re not trying too hard.
Let’s jump into this week’s favorites!
🍑 Favorite Summer Fruit
Fresh Utah Peaches
Nothing says summer quite like a perfectly ripe peach! We’ve been slicing them over vanilla ice cream, adding them to salads, grilling them for dessert, and honestly…eating them straight over the kitchen sink because they’re just that juicy.
If you haven’t picked up a basket from your local fruit stand yet, don’t wait!
🛒 Favorite Trader Joe’s Find
Trader Joe’s Lemon Pesto Sauce
This bright, creamy pesto tastes like sunshine in a jar! Toss it with warm pasta, spread it on grilled chicken sandwiches, drizzle it over roasted vegetables, or use it as a pizza sauce for an easy weeknight dinner.
Lou Lou Tip: Mix a spoonful into mayo for the most amazing sandwich spread.
🍋 Favorite Refreshing Drink
Raspberry Lemon Sparkling Mocktail
This has been our go-to summer sip! Simply mix raspberry lemonade with sparkling water, add fresh raspberries, lemon slices, and lots of ice. It’s bubbly, refreshing, and feels a little fancy without any extra effort.
Serve it in your favorite glass with a sprig of fresh mint, and you’ve got the perfect drink for backyard BBQs, book club, or relaxing on the patio after a long day.
Lou Lou Tip: Freeze fresh raspberries to use as ice cubes—they’ll keep your drink cold without watering it down!
📖 Favorite Book
The Love of My Life by Rosie Walsh
Part love story, part mystery, and impossible to put down. Every chapter reveals another surprise, making it the perfect book to throw into your beach bag this weekend.
🌺 Favorite Home Décor Trend
Fill a bowl with lemons, limes, and oranges for an instant summer centerpiece. It’s simple, inexpensive, and makes the kitchen feel bright and fresh.
Bonus? Your house smells amazing.
🍽️ Favorite Summer Dinner Dishes
Mexican Street Ribs
If there’s one recipe we’re making on repeat this summer, it’s our Mexican Street Corn Ribs! It’s creamy, zesty, loaded with sweet corn, fresh cilantro, and bold flavors that make every bite taste like summer.
The best part? It pairs perfectly with grilled chicken, burgers, BBQ ribs, or even stands on its own as a light dinner on those extra-hot evenings when nobody wants to turn on the oven.
🎵 Favorite Song This Week
“Miles on It” — Kane Brown & Marshmello
This country hit has been on repeat all summer! It’s upbeat, catchy, and the perfect soundtrack for road trips, evenings around the fire pit, boating, or cruising with the windows down. It has that carefree summer feeling that makes you want to keep the adventure going.
Whether you’re heading to a backyard BBQ or just enjoying a sunset drive, this is one of those songs that instantly puts everyone in a good mood.
Lou Lou Tip: Add it to your summer playlist before your next weekend adventure—you’ll be singing along before the first chorus is over!
🍉 Favorite Summer Activity
Backyard Water Balloon Baseball
Fill balloons instead of using baseballs and let everyone take turns batting. It’s messy, hilarious, and a guaranteed way to cool off on a hot afternoon.
Kids and adults both end up laughing.
💄 Favorite Beauty Find
After long days in the sun, our lips need a little extra love. Applying a lip mask before bed leaves them soft, hydrated, and ready for the next beach day.
🍪 Favorite Sweet Treat
Brown Butter Rice Krispie Treats
Take a childhood favorite up a notch by browning the butter before mixing everything together. Rich, buttery, gooey perfection—and they disappear almost instantly.
🎙️ Favorite Podcast
The Mel Robbins Podcast
Whether you’re looking for a little motivation, practical life advice, or encouragement to tackle your goals, this podcast is always a great listen. Mel has a way of making personal growth feel doable with relatable stories, simple strategies, and conversations that leave you feeling inspired.
It’s perfect for listening while you’re walking, cleaning the house, running errands, or relaxing on the patio after a busy day.
Lou Lou Tip: Start with an episode that catches your eye—you’ll probably end up listening to a few more before the day is over!
🛍️ Favorite Amazon Find
Extra-Large Insulated Beach Tote
Whether you’re headed to the pool, the lake, a picnic, or a weekend getaway, an oversized insulated beach tote is a total game-changer. It holds towels, sunscreen, snacks, water bottles, and even keeps drinks and fruit cool while you’re out enjoying the sunshine.
We love finding products that make summer adventures just a little easier, and this bag checks all the boxes—practical, durable, and roomy enough for everything the family needs.
Lou Lou Tip: Keep it packed with your summer essentials (sunscreen, bug spray, sunglasses, reusable water bottles, and a deck of cards), so you’re always ready for a last-minute adventure!
🌅 Favorite Summer Moment
Watching Fireflies
There’s something magical about sitting outside after sunset, listening to the crickets, and watching fireflies dance across the yard. It’s one of those simple moments that reminds us to slow down and enjoy the season.
Bring out a blanket, a bowl of popcorn, and stay outside a little longer.
❤️ This Week’s Happy Thought
Life isn’t measured by how many things you check off your to-do list.
It’s measured by the spontaneous ice cream stops.
The barefoot walks through the grass.
The extra five minutes watching the sunset.
The conversations that last long after the dishes are done.
As July winds down, don’t worry about making every day perfect. Just make it memorable. The little moments have a funny way of becoming the big ones.
Happy Friday, friends! We hope your weekend is filled with sunshine, good food, and lots of reasons to smile. We’ll see you next week with another round of Friday Favorites!
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