You Never Stop Learning...

They (not sure who "they" are, but I digress) say that no matter how old you are, you are always learning.  I feel like I've learned a pretty good number of practical things this summer, and I thought I'd share them with you in hopes that some of them can make your lives better:

- Apply sunscreen before leaving the house.  Mike actually taught me this one, and I have definitely not been as burned this summer.  Basically, sunscreen over sweat is useless (yes, even the sweat-proof stuff).  It can't absorb and you'll burn.  Instead, put on sunscreen before you leave the house so it has time to soak in as you're walking to the pool or driving to the beach.

- How to catch a kickball.  Okay, so this one won't apply to you, but I am pretty damn proud of myself.  I made Mike kick ball after ball at me, and now I'm not afraid of the ball.  Win!

- There are such things as yearly "modern" wedding gifts?  I know about traditional (paper, cotton, leather...), but modern?  "Clocks" is first anniversary, but I gave him a watch for our wedding, so I think I'm going to skip that line of gifts.

- Put deodorant on before you go to bed.  Apparently deodorant needs time to block your sweat ducts (sorry if I'm grossing you out), and if you put it on before bed, it'll work all night to do its job.  Even if you're a morning showerer, it'll only wash off the excess, and the deodorant should work for a full 24 hours.  It's been working for me!

- Another thing to do at night: dry shampoo. I used to use it in the morning, but here's another thing that can benefit from working all night while you sleep.

- All the words to "Rapper's Delight."  Okay, another one that just pertains to me, but if you want to join me for a sing-along, here you go!

- Disclaimer: I don't know if this one is true, but I'm going to share it anyway.  I heard that if you're super, super hungry, the first thing you eat is what your body will start to crave.  So, whenever I need a snack (Yes, it's been all carrots.  I'm trying not to confuse my body and I actually feel like this could be starting to work!).

Alright, that's everything I've learned this summer.  Yes, I know some are way more useful than others for y'all, but hey, sharing is what blogging's all about, right?

PS. Before you go, make sure you check out my Scentsy giveaway!  Have a great weekend!