Do Not Fear, Our Random List is Here!

After weeks of beach sun and relaxation it can be easy to run out of summer activities. That's why we have put together our list of five random things to do all under $5!

1. Badminton (Target; $2.50): You don't need to be an Olympian (yes, it really is an Olympic sport) to play this game. We didn't even have a net and we still had an enjoyable afternoon.

2. Delicious Burrito (Miguel's Jr.; $3.50 SoCal only sorry!): If you're ever in town or are local like us, you must try the mouth-watering Burritos at Miguel's Jr.; You can get delicious homestyle Mexican food for a super low price.

3. At Home Manicure (Target; $4.50): Pamper yourself with an at home manicure! Go extreme with the brightest of all colors or keep it clean and simple.

Rainbow selection of colors to choose from.

4. Chalk (Target; $1.00): Be a kid again and head outdoors with a tub of chalk!

5. Scratchers ($1.00+ each): Or don't be a kid again and make a date with Lady Luck!

We did win $2.00, but these are our unlucky ones.

Friendly Traditions

I know of many friends that have certain traditions with each other. Some have lunch every Friday at the same restaurant and always order the same thing, others skype good morning to each other everyday. Our ritual is to draw random pictures for one another. It started one day in class when we went to the same high school and continued well through college, even though we went to different schools. To anyone on the outside looking in, our pictures would look like crazy collages full of song lyrics and pictures of cupcakes and stick figures. But to us, they are memories of great summer days. What are your best friend traditions?

We Always Scream for Ice Cream

The yogurt bar at Menchies.

To say we love ice cream would be a huge understatement. Almost everytime we hang out, if we're not baking, there is some form of ice cream involved. The following are just a few of our favorites that deserve an honorable mention.

1. Menchies: With so many delicious rotating flavors, Menchies is the best for frozen yogurt. The first time we went, we each mixed up a huge concoction that we thought would cost over ten dollars each and it ended up costing less than five dollars for the both of us. It may be best to let Menchies explain how it works, so here you go: "Mix up as many flavors and toppings as your little heart desires. At Menchie’s, you pay by weight not by topping so you can have as much or as little of everything you want. It’s simple as can be, just Mix, Weigh, and Pay!"

2. McDonalds' Dipped Cones: A quick and very inexpensive way to satisfy the mother of all sweet tooths is to indulge in Mcdonalds ice cream cone dipped in chocolate perfection for only one dollar.

3. Diddy Riese: For just $1.50, you are able to choose any combination of two freshly baked cookies(there are 10 to choices) and one of their 12 different flavors of ice cream. It's so delicious that there is always a line out the door, but don't let that scare you; it moves quickly.

Sunshine in a Bag

sunglasses: Coach, dress: Forever 21,

bikini: Roxy

Those of us that live in Southern California know that a trip to the beach is a summer must. We intend to take full advantage of the many beaches surrounding us in the upcoming months. Here are our summer beach must haves in order to make sure we have fun in the sun on our much needed getaways:

1. VICTORIA'S SECRET: Striped Bikini; $29.50

2. STEVE MADDEN: Adorable Sandals, $39.95

3. FOREVER 21: Sunshine-colored Sunglasses, $5.80

4. FOREVER 21: Canvas Tote Bag, $12.80

5. BARNES AND NOBLE: Cheesy Novel, $9.99

6. VICTORIA'S SECRET: Standout Beach Towel, $19.50

7. FOREVER 21: Coverup Dress, $19.90

What are your beach essentials?

Picnic to Perfection

One thing to do when there is the perfect amount of sunshine and a lot of shade to steal is go for a picnic. That is exactly what we did a couple of weeks ago on the first sunny day after a wet winter. We, admittedly, went there with every intention of going for a run, but decided on the much more favorable option. So with sandwiches and magazines in hand we walked to the park for an enjoyable day followed by a night of baking cupcakes. Maybe next time we should make the dessert first.

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