Hooray for summer! My summer officially started yesterday, and I can’t think of a better way to relax than with a great book! I plan to do quite a bit of reading this summer and encouraged my students to do the same. I’d also love for YOU to pick yourself out a great new book (or whatever you wish), so I’ve joined the Splash Into Summer Giveaway, hosted by I Am A Reader, Not A Writer and Page Turners Blog, and I am giving one lucky reader a $15 Amazon Gift Card.
TO ENTER:
Leave a comment on this blog post telling me what you are most looking forward to this summer. This is a mandatory entry. You may also complete as many of the other entry options as you wish. This giveaway is open world wide. Void where prohibited.
DEADLINE: June 1, 2012 at 12:01 AM EST
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Please visit these blogs below for more great Splash Into Summer giveaways!
Time with family.
I’m looking forward to lounging in my pool!
warm weather and spending time with family.
looking forward to going to the beach!
brich22 at earthlink dot net
I am most looking forward to vacation this summer
Going boating.
Time at the beach!
My husband coming home from deployment!
I am looking forward to my trip to New York in July.
I’m looking forward to sleeping in
I would like to go swimming
I am looking forward to spending days going to the water park with my kids
Looking forward to building some sandcastles with my nephew.
All the great new boo thatcome out 😀
i’m looking forward to going to the beach
camping with the family!
a marie hj saver
I look forward to spending as much time as possible swimming with my granddaughter.
Reading and going to the movie
I’m looking forward to celebrating my children’s bdays and spending some quality time with my family outdoors!
I can’t wait to go camping.
I’m looking forward to keeping my nieces this Summer.
i’m looking forward to outdoorsy fun
Im looking forward to being able to read more have so many books I can’t wait to read!
I also love going for walks every night with the nicer weather! Thank you for the great giveaway!
I’m looking forward to spending some days at our condo pool with my kids!
I am looking forward to being at the water: lake, beach, swimming pool, etc
I’m most looking forward to sleeping in this summer!
No school!!!
I’m looking forward to it being over…I live in Phoenix.
I am most looking forward to swimming this summer.We are setting up the pool next weekend.
Looking forward to sleeping in a bit.
sleeping! and maybe going to the beach…
Just reading 🙂
swimming!
marygardner49 at aol dot com
time with my kids 🙂
heatherwhitford at ymail dot com
I’m looking forward to swimming! Love the water! 🙂
I am looking forward to my mom coming to visit this summer!
Camping and enjoying time with my kids
I’m looking forward to spending time with family.
One year anniversary with my amazing hubby 🙂
Actually apart from reading, I’m looking forward to the return of some of my favorite summer replacement TV programs on USA and TNT.
kareninnc at gmail dot com
Spending time with the kids & not having to do drop off & pick up at 2 different schools 🙂
My vacation!
I’m looking forward to reading a lot! 🙂
camping
amy16323(at)gmail(dot)com
Floating in the pool!
I love the longer, lighter days of summer.
I am looking forward to being poolside!
Getting three weeks vacation time.
Im looking forward to going swimming!
swimming with the kids
ardelong2(at)gmail(dot)com
Looking forward to the beach!!
going to the beach
i’m looking forward to BBQ’s and going swimming.
I’m most looking forward to spending time with my older brother! He’s been living abroad for 5 years now and is coming back to visit this summer 😀
My family reunion
Visiting my family.
THe warm weather and a vacation to visit a friend.
I am most looking forward to BBQing and swimming!!
I am most looking forward to riding bikes to dunkin donuts in the mornings, relaxing outside and reading, and the annual carnivals that come here! Thanks for the giveaway!
Being able to get enough sleep.
BBQ’s, fairs, concerts, and carnivals.
Getting ready for the birthof my first grand child
Watching my flowers and plants grow.
A road trip to Virginia w friends!
The pool and hopefully a family vaca
I’m excited for our beach vacation!
So many flea markets, so little time. I love browsing flea markets.
I’m looking forward to a well-deserved vacation!
Looking forward to grilling with my hubby & family. =)
all the fresh fruits and veggies!! and reading in the AC 😉
I am looking forward to swimming.
I am looking forward to camping on the weekends.
I’m finally getting a vacation! My mom and I will be going to Vero Beach for a week!!
I’m really looking forward to spending some time with my mom this summer. We are both teachers, and this is the only time that we really get to spend time with each other. Hopefully we can do this on the beach, with some good books as our company…since we both love to read! 😀
Thank you for your generosity, and for participating in this blog hop!
I’m looking forward to swimming
I’m looking forward to spending extra time with my kids!
I’m looking forward to swimming and reading some good books.
Extra time with my girls and hopefully a vacation!
I am most looking forward to vacations and the beach! 🙂
The beach
I’m looking forward to teaching my kids how to swim.
I’m looking forward to the laid back schedule now that school is out and having time to do fun things together as a family.
We are traveling to visit family, but gardening and bbqing keep us busy at home.
Thanks for participating in the hop and for the giveaway opportunity.
I am looking forward to family and friends gettting togethers.
Lots and Lots of Fishing!
Visiting with family and more reading time!
Thanks 🙂
I look forward to the beach
I am looking forward to going to the beach.
Camping on the beach.
Going to the beach with my husband — no kids!
I’m most looking forward to wading in Lake Michigan and planting my garden
I’m most looking forward to our medieval camping trip, where I get to see a great many long distance friends
I am looking forward to catching up on some of my favorite tv shows/series that I missed.
I’m most looking forward to my trip to the sea.
going to new york to visit family
cookouts with family and friends
Looking forward to my wedding!
I am looking forward to moving up North!!
I’m most looking forward to going to Bonnaroo!
It has to be going to the beach
Look forward to eating lots of ice cream! 🙂
I am looking forward to having another baby this summer! Thank you for the lovely giveaway!
Erin E
busymom369 at gmail dot com
Spending time with my family and walks in the park!
going home for a visit to see my mom/sis thanks
playing with my dogs outside
looking forward to swimming, DOWN TIME
I’m looking forward to spending weekends at the campground and doing different activities like swimming, Bingo, and dancing to live bands. Thanks.
partymix25(at)hotmail(dot)com
I’m looking forward to vacation and going to the beach!
My 30th birthday and the party my hubby is throwing for me. We are going to smoke a pig and throw some cornhole. It is going to be a great time. Hopefully I will get a lot of amazon gift cards!!!!
Thanks for the giveaway!
Summer’s not for ages where I am, but I guess the excuse to eat loads of ice cream, and the lack of rain.
swimming at the pool
The Beach! 🙂
Catching up on my TBR list and reading outside finally =)
can’t wait to hit the beach!
Swimming, laying on a beach adn reading
I am looking forward to grilling.
I am most looking forward to going to the beach and fishing.
Picking fresh organic veggies from my garden!
Thank you.
I’m looking forward to the youth camp our church is sponsoring.
Shorts
Sleeping in!
Camping for sure!
I’m looking forward to reading and sleeping in!
I am looking forward to swimming in the Potomac River
I am looking forward to a trip to the beach.
Going to the beach!
I am most looking forward to a vacation alone with hubby; something we haven’t done in 14 years!
I’m looking forward to reading, swimming, gardening, picnics, nature walks.
I am looking forward to taking some mini vacations
Catching up with my TBR pile!
Taking our new puppy to the ocean!
Thanks for the chance.
mogrill12@gmail.com
I’m looking forward to lots of pool time in the back yard.
Swimming in the pond!
I’m looking forward to having some extra time for reading books!
I’m most looking forward to eating fresh vegetables from my garden.
Going to the beach!
Im looking forward to our Kentucky vacation with family!
I looking forward to packing for college. Because hopefully, I will be starting in August, and packing in the summer is a great to start getting ready for my life’s next step.
Lonerwor@aim.com
fly-fishing and hiking!!
looking forward to time at the pool
Playing outside with my boys! <3
I am looking forward to gardening.
vacation!
I’m looking forward to 4 day work weeks!
Park days with my boys
Camping and Hiking 🙂
I am looking forward to going to the beach…
Time with family and friends 🙂
I am looking forward to grilling out with my family
Summer picnics are the highpoint of my summer!
Summer?? I love all the water sports and going to Six flags!!!
Going to the beach
I am looking forward to cook outs with friends…
Fresh,local fruits and vegetables and summer salads
swimming outdoors
I’m looking forward to grilling with friends and family
Definitely the arrival of my baby girl!
demureprincess7(at)gmail(dot)com
Most looking forward to a long awaited 2 week vacation with my family
I am looking forwaard to a family vacation in the mountians and to the beach this year with my wonderful husband and 2 year old daughter. We will be going to nags head and to the lurray caverns.
I’m looking forward to camping in the mountains near our home.
I’m most looking forward to the picnics and family reunions!
Katharina angelsandmusic[at]gmail[dot]com
I’m looking forward to my birthday!
cody_endres(at)hotmail(dot)com
BBQ!
Swimming!!!
camping!
definitely camping! Thanks for hosting!
Having my son home from college!
I’m most looking forward to going to the beach this summer.
I am looking forward to going camping!
I’m looking forward to going to a pitbull concert!
I am looking forward to vacation
Homemade ice cream and long days of light.
I’m looking forward to hunting for shark’s teeth on the beach
I can’t wait to relax and read all days!
I’m looking forward to school being out so that we can all sleep in. We are not morning people! lol thank you
I am looking forward to vacationing with my family.
I am looking forward to going to the beach with my family and eating fresh summer fruit!
I’m looking forward to a week at the beach.
I look forward to swimming.
I’m looking forward to spending a lot of time outdoors
I just graduated, so I’m looking forward to finally being done with school!
What are you most looking forward to this summer?
love
spending time with the fam!
I am looking forward to camping, fishing, and swimming
Going to the ocean.
Fosho, summer = reading and watching movies and TV shows! <3
I’m most looking forward to spending time at the beach!
Going to the beach!
Pax Prime!
Going to the beach.
austma7@aol.com
When its over.
I’m looking forward to reading a lot of books.
Thanks a lot for the giveaway!
Cookouts with family I only get to see in the summer and swimming Thanks for the giveaway
crystaley73 at yahoo dot com
I am looking forward to spending time with my boys!
Mel
Swimming! Thanks for the giveaway!
Sitting up at our cabin, with a glass of wine and a good book. No phones, no tv, just books, books books.
Woohoo! Blog Hopping!
What a great way to discover new blogs and visit with old friends. Everybody wins this way!
I am looking forward to vacation from working 2 jobs. LOL
Thanks for being part of the hop and for the chance to win!
Im looking forward to more flexible schedules so I have more time with my boys.
I’m going camping in June and Puerto Rico in the last week of June into early July to visit with family and then later in July , I’m going to my first ever Comic Con in San Diego I can’t wait.
Vacation!!!
Looking forward to having free time, reading, relaxing
Just relaxing and reading a lot of books 🙂
relaxing by the pool
I’m looking forward to swimming and reading!
reading books, spent some time with friends, sunshine:)
I’m very much looking forward to running around barefoot, relaxing, reading and being able to wear shorts and tank tops again.
Family trips and more free time! 😀
I’m looking forward to moving. The new house has the best, will be, reading spots.
BBQ’s and bonfires!
I’m looking forward to my vacation abroad!
I’m looking forward to swimming and swimming!
going to the beach
Sleeping in and reading!
beach!
I’m hoping to catch up on my Goodreads Reading Challenge for the year. I’m currently 7 or so books behind :S
I am looking forward to my family coming to visit.
I’m looking forward to reading — a lot — on the beach!
elizabeth @ bookattict . com
I’m definitely looking forward to not having to go to school for three months. Thanks for the giveaway! 🙂
going to the beach! thanks for the giveaway!
I’m really looking forward to running. A lot. The best thing is that I’m with my friends. Summer can’t get here soon enough!
Thank you for the giveaway!
Getting a nice golden tan! And not getting burned 🙂
I am so excited about going to the beach and swimming, and riding my bike!
Getting caught up on reading the giant stack of books I’ve bought 🙂
I can’t wait to go swimming this summer! (=
feeling better and recovery
reading of course 🙂
Getting to work in my garden.
Spending time with family
I’m looking forward to reading lots of books!
I’m looking forward to baseball and bbqs.
spending time with the family and catching up on some reading. TY for the giveaway!
spending time with our 3 year old grandson
Seeing my parents and graduating from grad school.
I’m looking forward to spending time with loved ones at a local lake!
I look forward to spending a lot of time at the beach with my friends 😀
I’m getting LASIK, going to warped tour, & taking a trip to DC. Super excited for all 3!
I’m looking forward to spending a lot of time by the pool.
Getting to spend time outdoors, especially after being stuck inside all winter long.
I’m going to ride roller coasters!
Summer is the only time I have normal working hours.
I’m looking forward to going to the beach & being able to read outside! Thanks for the giveaway!
to swimming
Mostly I am looking forward to no schedules, enjoying the warm sun while reading a great book.
Spending time with family and friends . Working in my vegetable garden and with the flowers out in the fresh air
This is the first summer in 5 years I’ll be off, and will get to spend with my boys. I better get a tan darnit!
Riding my bike and not having to worry about how many layers to wear when I leave the house!
I am most looking forward to catching up on my sleep and reading.
My summer research, as dorky as that sounds, haha. I’m excited about it!
Getting some sun! 🙂
Reading by the pool!
Just some summer reading and ice cream eating
I’m looking forward to reading books non-stop! 🙂
I’m looking forward to spending more time outdoors
READING!!!!
I can’t wait to finally finish the Hunger Games series. It’s #1 on my to-do list this summer!
I am looking forward to spending a lot of time outdoors in my hometown of Jackson Hole, WY.
I’m looking forward to sunbathing. 🙂
hopefully it will be windy and rain a lot.
I am looking forward to reading and the pool!
We’re looking forward to visiting the zoo and going swimming.
I am most looking forward to the beach!
Hanging out at the pool/beach!
I’m looking forward to being out side and enjoying the nice weather.
The beach and reading , Happy Splash hop. 😉 deb p
r.d1@myfairpoint.net
Playing at the park with my gorgeous little girl
The trips to the beach and reading tons of books!
I am looking forward to reading and hanging out with my family!
In Australia it’s just hitting chilly winter 🙂 But what I love about summer is beautiful lazy days at the beach with no mobile phone access just fun with family and friends!
swimming swimming swimming!!!
I’m looking forward to my favorite bands on tour!
Can’t wait to sit in my garden and read Starters.
I love spending time with the family at the beach and in St. Augustine…
I’m seeing my sister for the first time in almost 2 years! She lives in Australia, whilst I’m in England. I can’t wait 🙂 especially because we always share books! 😉
I’m looking forward to the beach:)
visiting my family in nyc
I’m looking forward to my vacation to Minnesota
I’m looking forward to the raspberries and blueberries ripening, though really, its the part when they’ve all been picked and I’m laying on the couch gorging on the bounty.
Thank you for the giveaway!
I’m looking forward to lots of time spent with my family and my books!
I am most looking forward to reading the new Heather Wells book by Meg Cabot.
Vacation!
I’m most looking forward to spending time with my kids! Thanks for the giveaway!
Long sleep 😀
Going to the seaside! 🙂
recolting the fresh fruits from the garden
More time to read and spend time with my family
scarlettkitty at hotmail dot com
Look forward to going to the beach!
Well, I am actually looking forward to the end of summer, because then I’ll go to Disney World in September 🙂 as for summer itself I hope to be able to be out and about as much as possible.
Mostly swimming and relaxing at the beach :))
I’m looking forward to finding a job and reading.
I’m looking forward to swimming, reading outside, cooking out and playing in the rain.
I’m looking forward to warm summer nights on the back deck with good friends.
I’m looking forward to being able to do things with the kids and go swimming!
I’m going on vacation with my family to Bora Bora!
I am most looking forward to family cook outs this summer 🙂
I am looking forward to swimming.
The sunshine, picnic,and my gardens getting more of it all
I am looking forward to camping trips and all sort of outdoor activities.
Having more time to make my own things like syrup and cleaner. But mostly sewing.
I really love swimming so that is what I am looking forward doing
swimming and camping
vmkids3 at msn dot com
Can’t wait to go camping!
I am mostly looking forward to the nice weather when you do not have to put on hats and gloves on the kids!
My daughter’s wedding
I am looking forward to getting to swim at the lake, and getting to go camping!
I am looking forward to take a long vacation in Hawaii
Looking forward to SUNSHINE! (it was a cold, dark Ohio winter!)
I am most looking forward to spending quality time with my children this summer! =D
I look forward to watching the kids softball games the most.. Thanks a bunch
I look forward to the BBQ’s.
I’m looking forward to going swimming!
I am looking forward to spending time with my 3 sweet girls.
I am looking forward to taking my kids to all their summer programs! We are participating in our local library’s reading program, art camp and science program. It is going to be a very busy, fun summer!