I hope this finds you keeping cool and enjoying the summer! I’m freshly back from an amazing (seriously ah-may-zing!) trip to Kenya (if you noticed the absence of a June newsletter, that’s why!) and that’s likely all the travel I’ll see this summer, but it was SO worth it. From the magnificent animals and countryside, to the wonderful people and culture, I’ll be thinking about it for the rest of the summer and beyond for sure.
If you’re staying around Richmond this summer, check out my RVA Summer Bucket List and see what may be new to you and your family! I bet you can find something that you’ve never done before…
Today we’re talking about:
✔️ 📅 Summer’s Here, and so is my RVA Summer Bucket List (what’s on your list?)
✔️ 🍅 Summer without Gazpacho? Wouldn’t hear of it.
✔️ 🛠️ July Home Maintenance (Check that security if you’re traveling)
🌞 My RVA (and surroundings) Summer Bucket List!
Summer is officially here, and let’s face it- for us “grown-ups” summer can sometimes be just like the same old thing, only hotter. Every season, I try to make myself a list of “must-dos” that remind me of all the wonderful things right here close to home, that are unique to the season. My summer list includes everything from tomato sandwiches to shaved ice from Sno Shack (but I promise they’re not all food!)
You’ll find my list HERE. Go check it out, and see what you’d add. I promise you, you won’t regret making one of your own. It really makes each season just a bit more fun!
🍅 It Isn’t Summer Without GAZPACHO
Speaking of summer, and things that make it feel more fabulous, making a big batch of gazpacho is something I always have on my list. A million years ago, I owned a little cafe/catering spot in Carytown, and I had this on the soup rotation every day from the moment it started getting warm, and we sold through it nearly every day. Cold, refreshing, flavorful, and it’s actually healthy? Sign me up! Get the recipe HERE.
🛠️ July Home Maintenance
July is definitely the month lots of folks head out of town- river, beach, mountains, or further afield, but before you go, it’s a perfect time to give your home a little security check. Assess your window and door locks (everything working?), check or change batteries in cameras or motion detectors, etc! For the full list of July Maintenance Tips, click HERE.
Do you have home questions, need contractor referrals, or are you (or someone you know) thinking of buying or selling a home in the Richmond area?
