The print of Summer + Link Up

When you think of Summer, what is the one print that jumps into your mind? 

 For me, it's gingham!  

Yesterday was the older kids last day of school so we are all now officially on Summer break!  For us that means, days at the pool, fun times with friends, evenings at the ball diamonds, and outside dinners.  I'm trying to be "on it" this summer and have a morning routine of sorts for the kids to do before we get into the fun activities of the day.  Reading, math, a little housework, practicing a skill, etc are all options.  I'm hoping to avoid the mornings where the kids sleep until 11, have a late breakfast, watch tv, play on their iPads or phone and then are ready for the day at 1.
For those of you with kiddos, what are your Summer strategies?

Dress: Loft, top version here // Heels: Sam Edelman love this lace up heel and this tassel lace up heel // Hat: J. Crew // Sunnies: B.P. ($12) // Necklace: Gabi Rae, more fabulous turquoise necklaces // Tote: Urban Expressions

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This week's feature blogger is Carly of Lipgloss and Crayons.  She is an absolutely adorable mom, teacher, and fashion blogger.  We love her open and honest post about body acceptance.  It's an area we can all relate to in some way or another.  You can read her post on Positive Body Image here.  

On to today's Link Up Party:

An InLinkz Link-up