The entry period for this giveaway is closed as of Wednesday June 27, but please don't let that stop you from leaving a comment about what you plan to do this Summer of Love!
I'm giving away this KitchenAid Stand Mixer...
No sponsor. No advertising contract with anyone. And I'm sure there are more than a few ways to spin this into thundering! Hordes! Of website traffic! But that's not it for this little blog, either. I just love the stand mixer that I received as a gift for my birthday one year (in baby pink!), I love this summery color, ice blue, and I love the eight of you who still read my blog (oh, only seven now? That sure improves your chance of winning!)
More on summer, love, and small kitchen appliances later, but for now, let's just give this thing away.
To Enter this KitchenAid Stand Mixer Giveaway:
To enter the giveaway, just answer this question in the comments section below:
“What are you going to do this summer of love?”
(Don't worry about composing a deep and thoughtful answer. For the contest, it actually doesn't matter what you say since the winner will be chosen in a random drawing from the comments. But for me, it always matters what you say, so know that whatever you write, I will love and cherish and read it.)
You have until... oh, I don't know, I guess next Wednesday, June 27.
Some fine print: 1) Please enter only once. If you enter more than once, I will just delete all your comments and then you won't be entered anymore 2) Everyone is welcome to enter, yes, even those internationally. However, if you are outside the US and win, you have to provide me with a US mailing address to ship. The mixer is very heavy and it will be way too expensive for me to send it overseas! (Probably cost more than the mixer itself!)
sara says
Hmmm... try to win a KitchenAid? :P
Judykimchang says
chillaxing!
Cupcake says
I've never seen that color before. It's just GORGEOUS!! I will be spending this summer exploring SF with my stomach and basking in the sun (or bay area gloom)-I recently relocated to Norcal. Your blog is my fav!
Kim says
Work work work :(
melissa says
spend it outdoors!
Alicia says
new job, new city, new apartment!
Dctolli says
Making a lot of fresh pressed juices with my new juicer. And lots of picnics with friends.
Ali Strunka says
This summer of love I'll be doing anything I want b/c I'm finally done with school! WOO HOO!
Gourmetpigs says
I wish I could say I will be traveling, lounging on the beach every weekend - but I'll mostly be working still! But planning to eat. A lot. And trying to burn it off, you know, for that one day this summer that I might make it to the beach.
Julia says
I plan on making oodles of ice cream. And eating it.
Chow Noir says
Buy a sausage grinder attachment for a hopefully newly acquired Kitchenaid and make my own sausages
Leyna says
I'm going to wear big floppy sun hats and make mojitos with fresh mint!
DiggingDogFarm says
Cook and Garden.
Allison says
I'm moving to Los Angeles with my love.
jen says
going to the lake!
Julie {Bananas for Bourbon} says
Partying like I'm not pregnant! Cuz I'm not. Just in case you thought I was being irresponsible.
Ande B says
For the summer of love I plan on focusing on my new business.
Diane says
As usual, spending too much time drooling over food porn on-line and reading your fabulously funny blog that I just recently discovered. You crack me up!
Karina says
fill it with live music!
Lala says
Spending the hot Austin summer close to/in bodies of water!
jozjozjoz says
Duh... I'll be baking with my brand new ice blue stand mixer... ;P
Amy @ The Nifty Foodie says
Eventually taking a trip to San Diego this summer, but other than that, just enjoying the yummy in-season fruits and veggies! :-P
Kerry Patrick says
I've been on a European culinary tour all summer. Last month was Spain, this month is Italy and next month is France. Then...back to the US :(
robocco says
This summer really is a summer of love for me as I will be giving birth to our baby which is due in August. We're already excited how the baby will look like and how our perspectives will change as parents.
Nevertheless I do wish everyone a very special summer with memorable moments.
Whitneyhl says
eat my way through Vermont!
Tracy says
I'm going rowing!
Beeba's Mom says
Looking forward to annual family vacation and homage to summer--super soaker water fight, homemade ice cream (hand cranked, of course), Hawaiian shirts, and lots of food, family, friends and fun
Mollie Garnes says
We're eating of course ;) Lots of Thai food, fishing trips, swimming in the pool, and trips to local farmer's markets. In August, we'll hit the sleepy little town of Marblehead for lobster, sailing, and family reunions.
Elizabeth Kim says
this summer of looooove i am going to fatten up my boyfriend for the kill. jk, just fatten him up with the yummies i make with this mixer! NEED!
Jess says
Trying out the new smoker and hanging out by the pool, drink in hand.
Amy says
Find a job, exercise consistently, cook/bake a few times a week and doing lotsa lotsa fun stuff!
eliotphillips says
I'm planning on celebrating the traditional Summer of Sarah. Happy Birthday!
nick stagliano says
east-coast exploring!
Denise M says
this summer we are taking my daughter on her first airplane trip to meet my husbands family
Mma7 says
Traveling with the love of my life :) oh and procrastinating on my thesis at the same time!
eizc says
Wishing I was in the same city as my boyfriend, but sending postcards with sweet messages instead.
Adlf2000 says
Would love to do a few day trips upstate, hiking with my family, some water fueled fun, taking my 8 year old on an adventure to revisit our city as tourists seeing it for the first time.
Liene says
Moving back to the US after living in France. Not very romantic to be leaving the country that invented love, but there you have it, the mixer would help me get over it. Thanks for the chance.
Brandy Brotherton says
Funny you call it the summer of love. I just started seeing someone :D Maybe this one will the the one that works?/
Mrs Grow says
im going to learn how to make the best gelato ever and throw an ice cream party!
Cathy says
My summer of love will hopefully be spent with my #1 enemy, the gym! And of course, eating lots of good stuff haha :)
Craig Minami says
I am going to Chicago and eating
Overworked Underfed says
I just bought a fancy ice cream maker so I'm gonna try to make the best salted caramel ice cream ever!!
Bunny says
I'm ONE OF EIGHT? YES.
No, there are 40 comments. Sad.
But, this summer of LOVE, I might find a love... otherwise I'm going to go scuba diving in Seattle (HOLY COW) and cycle from Seattle to Portland.
Oh, and miss you, dear Miss Delicious...
Georgia The Comfort of Cooking says
A good mix of travel, relaxing, cooking and eating!
Samantha_quinnell says
I am throwing my dad a surprise mad men themed 60th birthday party with all his old friends from the last 60 years in attendance! I cant wait!
Katherine says
Hopefully go on vacation somewhere beachy :)
Doah says
Sadly, there'll be nothing lovable about my summer as I'll be shackled to the ugly ball and chain known as bar exam prep. I guess one possible highlight of my summer can be making delicious treats with... an ICE BLUE KITCHENAID STAND MIXER!!! PIck me, pick me! :) P.S. - You'll never have just eight readers, are you kidding me?
rikkisnyder says
This summer is going to be full of traveling and picture taking for me and of course enjoying the beautiful weather at the beach! [:
Lao1430 says
My summer of love is all about enjoying my first grandchild. Her name is Cecillia Parker Isaac and she is beyond beautiful! She arrived on May 23, 2012 at 6:45pm and has had us all in her spell ever since. I lost my Mother this past March. Now without both my parents alive, the only healing that I have had is because this "angel Baby" is in my life. In the passing of one life, another begins. It really makes you in awe about "life". I would LOVE to win this for Cecilla to use together one day. I look so forward to being in the kitchen with her just like I did with my Mom so many times with so many invaluable memories.
jeneno says
Make this "simple summer peach cake recipe" weekly until there are no more peaches in season (http://peceecha.notlong.com ) and continue to grow a water dragon baby girl in my "belly" with love (and peaches).
Bad Home Cook says
OH All right. This Summer of Love? Being single for the first time in my adult life, and learning to love myself first.
It sure would be more fun if I had a cool ice-blue Kitchen-Aid....
rooth says
This giveaway is awesome! This summer I'm going on a mancation - I need a break a real break for my own sanity as well as everyone else's around me
Toots says
I plan on grilling nightly, spending a lot of time at the beach, and then taking my mom to Ireland for her 60th!
Darleene Powells says
Plan all sorts of fun stuff to do with my two love muffins (my toddler and 10 month old).
TheSlowRoastedItalian says
Well living in the desert I am sure we will spend a lot of time indoors, cooking, baking and occupying ourselves in other ways...
Happy Birthday Sarah!
Cayla Gallagher says
This summer of love I'm moving to Australia to be with the love of my life <3
Tiffany says
Lots of beach time in Santa Cruz and conjuring up recipes for homemade dog biscuits.
Maggie says
continue setting up a home with my (relatively) new husband. it feels so good :)
lauren {the talking kitchen} says
Drive up to Northern California... enjoy the sights, the food, and my hubby.
Tweebh says
Spend a fun filled summer with my sons :)
Jaince Bissex says
I'll be renovating my kitchen this summer so this new mixer would be great!
YNO says
Eat good food and drink wine
Tori Tsu says
I am going to NY to spend a blissful 12 days eating around the city (and hanging with my man). The rest of the summer will be filled with my city (SF) and all my wonderful friends.
Sharon Meged says
Blue is my favorite color, and I'm a little obsessed with cooking...so this giveaway is just perfect! As for this summer, I am starting a new job! I moved to DC a few years ago for my Master's degree, and I just landed a position here to will help teenagers abroad learn English - woohoo! If I win this giveaway, this summer will also include a ton of experimenting - I love to cook big savory dishes (a blog is in the works!) but I have yet to explore the baking world. I have mastered baklava though, which I am quite proud of! Thanks for putting this giveaway together!
Jane says
Zion Canyon and the Narrows hike.
Natasha H. says
Camping with our 10 month old and making lots of home made ice cream!!! Not at the same time of course.
BourbonLvr says
I'll be working (sad) and cooking (happy).
Lo says
Lots of cooking and making my Limoncello...yum, yum,yum.....
Lo
myjourneymyfood.com
Shannon says
Going on a dream vacation on a Turkish Gulet! Can't wait to sample the Mediterranean cuisine!
Linda Chung says
I'm planning a trip to Hawaii! Sunshine, beach and I'll take those little umbrella cocktails!
Kittyluong says
I will spend the summer planning my wedding!
Maya says
This summer of love I am going to take swimming classes with my 2 year old! Fun and practical.
Brianne says
Hopefully find love :)
Volleybabe1 says
Since a vacation isn't in the budget, I will probably try to find a pool and hang out with my honey. Oh and cook some amazing food and loathe where it lands on my body. Wobble wobble :)
Abby Reisner says
I'm going to greece to do a language school, a cooking school, and to work on a farm for a couple weeks. so excited!
Sean says
Going to Spain, Croatia, and Italy, eating and drinking my way through each.
Ck says
Attend my friend's wedding in Seattle!
dyoung says
Going to hop on a cruise, but haven't decided a destination yet!
D_mave82 says
Me and my hubby will be going to Rome for our first year wedding anniversary!
Kat says
Sharing my love of Russian language with college students!
Emma says
This summer of love I am going to grow some tomatoes and cook lots and lots of delicious meals at home.
Dani H. says
Finally moving to the same city as my love after 2 1/2 years doing the long-distance thing! Ooh and also- finishing up my grad degree and starting a new job. We would love a beautiful mixer for our new apartment!!
Rfb5627 says
Spend it with the breeze and a book under my Grandmothers tree.
Jessica Stearns says
I will be leaving my current job, starting school full time for social work, and packing my bags and moving in with my amazing boyfriend (and of course my kitty is coming along too!)
Lenzie says
This summer I will be traveling to Spain and Portugal! And enjoying all of the delicious food and culture that those countries will bring :)
Besides that, I will be working and trying to enjoy the sun as much as possible!
Krista says
I love that blue! I will be perfecting my popsicle making and trying not to turn to dust in the desert heat.
Jules Walter says
I'm going to try and win a Kitchen Aid as I lust after them but could never afford one **sobs** but I fear that you won't send it to me as I live in the U.K and you don't.
Evelyn says
I will be doing lots of cycling, running and baking!!
Kara says
This summer will be spent transforming the office/storage room into a nursery!! Baby #1 arrives late December or early January! We have a lot to do to get our house ready for a newborn.
Mary Ann R. says
Eating healthier and taking care of my garden.
Bertha Cherie says
I would do lots of traveling and also lots of baking! Thanks for the giveaway.
Madelynu says
I will be spending as much time as possible with loved ones. Life is short. Enjoy it!
SquirrelGirl says
This summer I will sit at barbecues and stare longingly at all the corn on the cob that I can't eat. I'm really glad that I can finally afford braces, but this is a high price to pay.
Gloria L. says
transforming myself into someone I want to be.
Jenshats says
Lots of smooching, grilling, concerts in the park, pool days with the kids and general summer awesomeness.
Stephanie Bunn says
HEY! Happy birthday, my fabulous food friend. I hope you get spoiled like crazy today. Actually, the entire week. I think the older we get, the more celebration time we require.
Anyway. Summer? Hanging with my awesome kid (who is NINE now, can you believe?), going to the drive-in, trying to garden on the front porch, & eating lots of seasonal foods.
Love ya lots & have a fantastic day.
Stephanie from Dispensing Happiness
Hydrojenn says
My hubby and I will be spending three wonderful weeks in Italy...with the hope of a souvenir to make an appearance about 9 months later! :-) Also, I plan on taking a few more advanced cake decorating classes at the local specialty bakery store.
frazgo says
Spending the summer visiting my daughter and her newly minted baby...my grandson as much as possible. Teaching her to cook has been fun as she's a fast learner. She really needs a kitchenaid to complete her kitchen.
dihuynh says
I'm learning skills that will help me in life =)
Jessica says
I am in Colorado this summer for an internship! I am doing lots of hiking and exploring.
Sue Pace says
Having fun with my family and cooking a great dinner every evening!
Catie Russo says
We will be going on a vacation to Montana!
Joan says
learning to cook. after spending 21 years in the same house, I'm moving away on my own in September for grad school! so excited but reluctant as well
JennaBme says
I plan to spend quality time with my new kitten and watch how he interacts with my 6 year old, 18lb orange tiger cat.
Hillary says
lots of time will be spent in the sun - picnics, pools, beaches - and taking advantage of free time to go on weekend outings.
Joshtai23 says
Relaxing and hanging out with friends until school starts
Karen says
Waiting for the birth of my first grandchild. Can't wait.
Katherine says
Spending lots of time with the family and getting a few weekend getaways in when I can!
Kellie says
I'm going to ride my bike and go swimming in the sunshine!
Lcorinecampion says
This summer of love I'm celebrating my first summer as a resident of California and finding a great job, adopting a sweet puppy and cooking amazing summer produce!
Shermainewaugh says
I'm back at school this term, but doing an internship instead of taking classes, and will be spending the summer with my three best friends, cooking, grilling, and baking the days away. Best summer ever!
Tracey says
Spending the summer taking cooking classes & bbq'ing with my family.
Amy from Kid Cultivation says
Happy Birthday! I'll be trying to prevent my three kids from destroying the house or each other by keeping them busy in the kitchen.
Jackilyn Punsal says
I'm trying to be more social. Lots of rooftop bars and dinners al fresco for me!
Ellen says
save enough money to move away!
Kaitlyn says
I'll be surrounding myself with people who make me happy and taking life as it comes!
Kaitlin M says
Unpacking, cleaning, and organizing the house I just moved into!
Margaret says
Hi Sarah! This Summer I'm trying to take long night time strolls with my boyfriend instead of plopping on the couch like we usually do. ;-) Thanks for hosting this giveaway. xo
Bioticman1135 says
this summer, im going to work on starting my career!! its been too long of a wait and given current situations surrounding me, im in need of a decent income from a good job.
Molly says
I will be working in the local food co-op kitchen and having way too many reading groups and dinner parties with friends. Oh, and trying to figure out the rest of my life...
Bsaal says
Spend more time with the people I love and care for.
Maryam says
Working and swimming and baking.
Happy Go Marni says
I plan to bake several pies with fresh fruit from the farmers market, figure out what to do with my hundreds of cherry tomatoes growing on my deck (because I just discovered I have a green thumb!!!), and see lots of free outdoor summer concerts.
Nikole Stever says
enjoying the cleanliness of my kitchen (doubtful) with the ease of having a mixer going and being able to multitask during endless get togethers and cook outs!
Rebeca says
I'm moving to miami, and I'll be starting my internship at a restaurant!! so happpy!!!
vince001 says
learning to cook and live a healthier lifestyle.
ila Nguyen-Hayama says
this summer i'm going to perfect the genoise!!! xoxo
Amanda Robins says
I'm finally going to visit mainland Europe and spend some quality time at the beach sipping fancy girly drinks.
Colleen says
This summer I am taking some classes for my restaurant management major that involve cooking for our restaurant's lunch service so I can graduate college in 3 years and then go the culinary institute of america! I'm also finally baking my way through my bucket list of recipes which so far have ended up in some delicious croissants and macaroons!
Robinvk says
this summer I am happily reading the archives of your blog, now that I have discovered you! :)
Amsterjudy says
Staying out of the sun.
Emhoffman86 says
Making ice cream with my new kitchenaid stand mixer and ice cream bowl attachment!
Kathryn says
This summer of love....I need to find a job I don't hate!
scribw says
road trip to co
Lgturby says
I will be working in ministry at Berry College!
Alexandra says
This summer, I was actually hoping to get an internship at an hospital, but now I'll travel through Europe with my boyfriend! :) And thank you for this amazing giveaway!!! xo
Lena says
My plans are to reorganize my life a bit but in the meantime I'm going to cook some delicious food from fresh seasonal fruit and vegetables, bake a few delicious cakes, make some lovely ice creams, and prepare a surprise party for my parents (50th wedding anniversary!).
Culinary Vampire says
Building up my cookie and ice cream business. I needs to make enough orders so I can move to a commercial kitchen and make MORE orders. My hope is to eventually quit my day job and make the cookie and ice cream business my day job.
Chrisalvey says
I'll be making pizzas on the big green egg every day I can
choiii says
I will be traveling though SE Asia and Peru!
Alyssa says
I will be learning how to cook more healthy food
P.A says
I shall be working in a bakery in the sweltering Mass. heat and loving every second of it....well maybe every other minute of it. :)
Ashlie says
Mostly workin hard for my money, but cooking/eating every free moment :)
Rachel says
i hope to be able to try more recipes on your blog and on tastespotting
Olivia says
making jewelry!
Ella says
Planning a wedding!
Valerie Tate Williams says
Keeping my head down and trying to survive this heat! (Houston)
Murfinator says
I will be sweating in my non-air conditioned house. %^( And wishing I had A/C so I could bake more using a new Kitchen AId mixer!
Sperpis says
I am going to take time to work on my writing and focus on achieving my goals while still having fun. I live in Portland, Oregon where it rains ALL THE TIME so I am definitely going to take time to enjoy the sunshine while we have it!
Anjel says
Cooking and eating my way through a whole lot of delicious recipes featured on this site!
Heather says
Working, yardwork and new patio construction to keep me busy while I pine away for my husband who's in pre-deployment training!
Alana Folsom says
Popsicles, poetry & pluots
Fran Meadow says
Grandkids, hiking, kayaking all of which I love, love, love.!
G Mciver says
Enjoying the sun, eating delicious food and spending time with the family
Lauren P says
Moving from Colorado to North Carolina with my boyfriend. Now that he is done with his PhD and we both have exciting jobs we are planning on cooking together!
Justin Sarro says
gunquit, Me
claudia says
another summer when always a bridesmaid, never a bride.
Hanne Paulsen says
I'm going to new york!
Cyndi says
Lovely question! In food--I am going to preserve roasted garlic, perfect my blueberry pie, and hopefully can as many tomatoes as humanly possible! I also want to have picnics all the time, and make sure I get to the beach!
Thanks so much for your lovely blog. Your pictures are beautiful.
davrm says
I plan to enjoy as much sun as possible
Jo says
I'm going to the city of love! Paris!
Lizweiss says
Our family vacation is to Nantucket. Lots of great farm-fresh foods and plenty of seafood!
Greg says
Try and have as much fun as humanly possible. Eat, drink and be merry!
AmandaLusky says
I am working on my doctorate in philosophy and baking to keep sanity!
Gina Davis says
I'm going to celebrate my 45th birthday and my daughters 6th birthday by going to a water park in the morning, making an awesome dinner of "Birthday Pasta" , blow the candles out on a Gluten free cake, then catch the late showing of Brave and stuff my face with greasy movie theater popcorn!
lleighton says
Passing the Missouri bar. Fingers crossed!!
Laura @ An Uneducated Palate says
I'm going to make homemade marshmallows in my lovely new kitchen aid stand mixer, then use them to build the perfect summer treat ... s'mores!
Ellen Panetto says
Nothing different, really. Running, swimming, reading, gardening, cooking, eating. Doing as much of those things every day as possible :)
ry says
listen to a lot of marvin gaye
RMJ says
i plan to spend as much time with those people close to me as humanly possible.
Judy 0 says
Making moves! Going to start researching and recipe testing and talking to people in my goal to open my own food business. Exciting times ahead and hopefully a very productive and fruitful summer!
Heather N. says
Getting ready for a big road trip to Louisiana.
Elena says
Planning a baby shower and hanging out in the California sun!!
melinda @cookingalamel says
Lots of reading, hiking, camping, and anything outdoors I can!
Catecando says
I will be traveling as much as I can and getting my life in order. I want to focus on my art and finding a career. I want to be happy and at peace with what the future will bring me. Oh, and cuddling up to the boy with lots of tasty cocktails never hurts ;)
Sydney says
I'm am going to read everything, and bake everything and then some.
Kentsavs says
I'm going to celebrate my friend's wedding, attend a conference, and prepare to become an aunt this fall
maggie says
enjoying the summer with friends and family
Dan Kavouras says
List of things to be done this summer: 1. Graduating law school, 2. Taking the bar exam, 3. Cross-country foodie road trip, 4. Move into a new apartment, 5. Fill the apartment with new cooking tools, 6. Enjoy.
JoJahng says
ROAD TRIP!
Michael Lee says
I am always going to read through the deliciouslife and hear what the player president has to say. Also my wife and I are going to fly out to NY this summer to see my cousin getting married on top of the Tribeca skyway rooftop.
NC says
Enjoying the sun, friends and family!
Cody Slager says
I'll be cooking at Timpone's Restaurant in Urbana, IL. I also hope to start bartending, because I just finished a course on it.
dkitty520 says
Food inspired road trip along the California coast! Then hopefully doing a lot of baking with my new standing mixer!!
BethK says
Study study study and then move. I have no kitchen stuff, so this mixer would be a great start!
debra says
I'm going to try and live a more delicious life. I'm already inspired regularly, now if I could just let the burger meet the pan more often!
Joanhoang says
Work (wah wahh) and enjoy my new apartment!
K.Boyce says
I'm going to LOVE going to the various Farmers Markets around Seattle. I can't wait for raspberries!
jaminator81 says
I'm going to tend my garden and cook amazing fresh dishes
Audrealjade says
I am going to heal from thyroid disease and eat beautiful, refreshing, unprocessed foods to nourish my body and soul so that I can finally have energy to give back in this life and love my family and friends.
Irenerd1 says
I am going to love making as many ice cream recipes as possible :-)
Aduong85 says
Moving into our first house, making it our home, summer baking and cooking, celebrating my birthday with friends over for a bbq in our new home, enjoying the sun and the warmth. How about you?
Mia Ryan says
I'm going to move in with my two big sisters in our new apartment in London, and cook all the (literally) hundreds of recipes we've lined up to make together :)
Florence Lin says
Interning at The Field Museum and hopefully doing a lot of cooking/baking with this beautiful machine :)
Clarissa says
I'll admit I was attracted to your blog by your giveaway on tastespotting, but I love your honesty and voice! Hope you're getting lots of quality matches on match, thanks for sharing!
I'm looking forward to making tons of ice cream and frozen yogurt with my new ice cream maker!!
Taysha Riggs says
I'm going to make treats that will take all fall to lose the weight from
Bgcg09 says
Im going to try and eat healthier and work out regularly!
Angel says
I am starting my first job as a graduate!
ceruleanthought says
I'm going to try and get an internship somewhere and I'm still looking for a summer job. BUT in two days time I will be departing for a cruise in Alaska with my family! :D
Maureen says
Spend as much time with my kids doing fun stuff like playdates, beach excursions, tennis, etc. Thanks!!
Trace1 says
Work in my garden and process the harvest.
April says
Spending time with friends and family and doing some fixup in house.
Natalie says
In roughly 7.5 days, not that I'm counting or anything, I'll have one full week off of work in which I fully intend on sleeping in past my 6am alarm, spending a few days jet-skiing in MI where I'll hopefully turn a lovely shade of bronze & eat lots of grilled food. I also just stocked up on Wilton goodies so I plan on baking lots of pretty cupcakes and beer bread!
Andrew Arra says
Actually, I'm getting married to my best friend I've known since 7th grade Sept 29th @ Bald Head Island. We actually are requesting a KitchenAid mixer!
Tiffany says
I've already had an amazing summer! Just got back from Orlando where I was able to go to Universal and see Harry Potter Land, as well as cruise on over to the Bahamas with my lovely bf =). I also plan on picking up baking and cooking as my new hobby, and this will make an awesome addition and such a beautiful color!
Anbuxton says
I'm volunteering at a music festival - 4 days in the woods! I'm terrified, but hoping to have a great time and meet lovely new friends
Colette says
I'm going to spend time with friends visiting from Ireland and make salted butter caramel icecream!
Melanie says
spending the summer in Mississippi (originally from Canada) with my boyfriend :)
Krystal says
Wine tasting, river rafting, a couple weddings, and simply relaxing (hopefully!) LOVE THAT COLOR!!!
Lamberson4543 says
This summer I'm enjoying a new camper, traveling the western U.S. with my husband.
Hallie Himmelreich says
Headed to Minnesota in a week to visit friends I met while studying abroad in Ireland..and making as much cheesecake as possible.
Steph B says
I am going to spend the summer getting my food blog off the ground before starting my third year of law school in the fall! Hopefully I can break in a new mixer and take some beautiful blog shots!!
jmbj says
Working my way through the momofuku milk cookbook and hitting the gym to work it off!
Carrie says
After a few months of a not great breakup, that left me displaced in a terrible basement apartment... I'm baking and cooking again....
Thosethoughts says
I'm going to make a plan and actually follow it.
Natanya says
I've spent this summer cooking a new dish every day! Lots of new ideas from the local farmers' market!
Charlene Straw says
Sadly, I don't have huge plans for the summer. I've recently moved to Santa Cruz, CA. So I'm pretty short on cash. But hopefully some friends will visit and I'll hang out at the beach a lot.
bellyup says
I'm going to make lots and lots of ice cream to survive 90 degree days in my un-air-conditioned upstairs apartment :)
Firsmtatelin says
I am going to spend my summer enjoying New England before moving to Iowa!
Kim says
Spending my summer of love with a new gentleman friend in Lake Tahoe. One of the most romantic places ever!
Charlotte says
I'm going to try a new sweet and a new savory recipe every week!
Quentin Lo says
Make amazing baked goods with the mixxxer!!!
Honeypunches says
I'm going to move (and change my life...for the better I hope)!
Avryan2391 says
I am going to be lazy for the first summer in what feels like forever.
Randi in canada says
trying to get my kitchen floor installed that's still sitting in my living room.
Marilee says
Make ice cream, of course! ^_^
Vik_baa says
Watching my beautiful toddler grow up day by day and making most of each moment
LegallyBroke says
I am working as a public interest intern for a nonprofit social justice law firm.
Lalitha says
Honestly? I'm going to start doing all the things I've never had the guts to do before. =)
Jennifer says
I'm going to shower my 4 month shih tzu puppy with so much love he'll want to throw up. And hopefully meet someone whilst walking him. Duh, the MAIN reason why I got him.
Mary Rush says
I am going to a fabulous restaraunt in the British Virgin Islands for my Birthday!
And, maybe sailing.
Pookey says
I'm going to run a 10k as fast as my not so little feet will carry me, chill with my hubby, visit with friends and generally enjoy life as we know it.
Stella :) says
I'm probably going to a greek island, maybe Ios or Kos. :) (even thoough I'm Greek, they never end:P)
Ok, maybe I will make some desserts too :P :P :PP.S.:I hope this giveaway is not only for US people, but for everyone :/
Lillie Mae Stone says
Graduate school classes and baking.
KaitlinZ says
My summer plans include experimenting in the kitchen. There are TOO many options at farmers markets during the summer and I go crazy. I'll go on vacation when it's a little cooler and I can actually enjoy being outside :)
Tess G. says
It's my last summer in San Diego and I plan to enjoy every minute of it. This means lots of weekend beach days, summer gatherings with friends, and culinary adventures (both homemade and store bought!).
Caitlinowens83 says
I am a teacher, so I am going to soak up every second of it and RELAX!
Erica says
I'm going to teach a class on food issues for a local inner-city high school students in a program to prepare them for college. And hopefully do a lot of berry picking on the weekends!
Molly says
take more time for relaxing
Sylwia says
I am going to spend some time with my family this summer and enjoy them as much as I can!!Maybe I will bake some nice pastries for them or make a ice cream!
Will says
make food porn.
endlessmaze says
This summer, I'm going to start yet another veterinary internship, move to a new city, and bake my heart out.
Jessica @ Chockohlawtay says
I've wanted a stand mixer for so long! Or at least, a new one that isn't broken :(
This summer? I really want to go through my entire to-bake list, start to finish, over 90 recipes. I hope I can do it. A new stand mixer would TOTALLY help with that goal ;)
Cuppa Joh says
I'll be having a summer of love at the London Olympics where my BF is (I'm in California), and we'll be eating our way through the city. :]
The Duck says
This summer, I am going to take my last term as a full-time engineering student.
Crystal says
I'm going to read all the books I didn't have a chance to during the school year. I'll attempt many firsts in baking (making mochi and homemade pie top my list!). I'll find new ways to use my dutch oven. I'll stuff myself with all the fresh, seasonal fruits I can.
Erika says
I will be cross-country ski training in Stratton, VT!
Catherine says
I'm going to experiment with making ice cream sans ice cream maker and search out some swimming holes.
bliggitybloop says
Gonna use it to grind meat and make sausages!
Ron says
Summer of love means vegetable gardening, beekeeping and relaxing!
Lily Ciric-Hoffmann says
Spend time with friends and family, swim, relax, do more yoga and of course enjoy some delicious healthy food!
Laura says
Hopefully making dishes with my new mixer!
Blair A says
This summer, I'll finally be able to live with my beau and start learning French! And, hopefully lots of trips to NY and the beach--two things I sorely missed in Kentucky.
Jaclynr12686 says
This summer I will be hiking the National Park System and enjoying every bit of it!
C says
Vacation, read, tan, bake, repeat.
Claudiana89 says
I'm going to spend more time baking decadent cookies and trying out new ice cream recipes with my nephews.
Rich Diemand says
Hopefully finding a job & moving south to be with the one I love.
IamSam says
Getting some inspiration for my future apartment (decoration, furniture...) and enjoying my spare time outside in the garden at my parents house!
Nicole says
Mini pies!
Maggie says
This summer we are going to stay HOME and enjoy our new apartment, complete with 10th floor sweeping Santa Monica Bay views...on our new double lounger on the patio. Only wish I could be home right now...
Lkgundel says
I'm going to work on my dissertation! It's a full time job!
norris says
marrying
cpak says
I'm going to work on my dissertation as well. Fun times!
ameng18 says
Running!
Anne says
Lose myself in summer novels, make black pepper vanilla ice cream and foster a Basenji momma and her 9 puppies
Margaret Lynch says
this summer, I am going to the beach, and also look for a house!
Sarah says
maintain a healthy amount of fiber in my diet
key316 says
Going to Africa!
Donna Dang says
I am going to Vegas this summer after a 2 year hiatus! And plan to bake and cook more because food is my passion.
Jessy says
I'm going to Spain for a month! :)
bee says
hopefully cook!
Rebekahrsmith81 says
Enjoying going on dates with my husband and kids: drive in, water park, pizza parlors, new ice cream places, etc.
Annie says
In 35 days I will be on a plane from CA to watch the London Olympics! I have been planning this trip for 4 years and will be going by myself. I am so happy I made my dream trip happen and I've had so much love and help from friends and family who know more than me about travelling in Europe. Think about it, what is one adventure you want to have in your life? I know you can do it :)
Nalini Vishwanath says
Road-tripping along the coast of Oregon ans California coming up this summer!
Brenna says
Bring a beautiful baby boy into the world. <3
Andrew says
make some meringue!
Rina says
Spending as much time as possible at the cabin at the lake. It will be an adventure with a one year old :) Other than that, working of course.
Eugene says
Working in a research lab by day and breaking in my new kitchen by night.
Emma Court says
Jetting off to Marrakech this Sunday with the boyfriend - excited doesn't cover it! And working my bum off to save up for new kitchen equipment ;)
Annie says
I will be exploring the great outdoors with the love of my life, putting over 1500 miles on my bike, plucking produce from my oh-so-happy backyard garden, and slaving away in the lab!
lala says
fall in love with all things Latin (and my husband again!) in his home country of Venezuela!
Dixya Bhattarai says
all i want to do is relax, eats tons of fresh fruits & vegetables & stay hydrated because texas heat is brutal!
Angela Evans says
Heading back up to Washington State to stay in the house I spent many summers at. Can't wait to share that time with my little boy!
Melissa H says
This summer, I plan to live my life in nature, and indulge in wine in only the best place - central coast california!
Stephanie says
This summer, I plan on visiting my fiance (who I haven't seen in months) and running off to the beach with him!
Liz-zie says
Have the time of my life!
Coffeecircle says
film festivals, road trips, food!
Lani Kawamura says
Mandatory hugging fests for my newly rescued kitty, who needs to develop lots of socialization skills.
christina p. says
this summer, i plan to be reunited with my husband who has lived in another state for the past 2 years! woohooo!
Gloria says
Reading Anna Karenina under the California sun :o)
Rachel Tobias says
This summer I'm falling in love -- and it's perfectly wonderful!
SandeeA says
well basically there are two posibilities:
1- This summer I am going to fall in love with my new Kitchen Aid Mixer in Ice Blue
2- This summer my heart will be broken if destiny is cruel and keeps me away from my Kitchen Aid Mixer in Ice Blue
I prefer option one indeed
mss says
I will be taking lots of walks!
L. Pierce says
I'm going to move across the country with the love of my life :)
Nataliya Vakulenko says
loving and baking for the most wonderful man...
jae says
Enjoy my two sweet puppies, play as much golf as I can possibly fit in, swim in the pool to keep cool, and help my newly graduated daughter move into her very first apartment when she starts her first job of her nursing career next month.
Lizgreen1515 says
I will be loving my new apartment, cooking & decorating & soaking it all up!
Tracy Turba says
My boyfriend is coming to visit my hometown and family for the first time, and then I am going to visit his! :) I'm also going on a family vacation that I am crazy excited for!
Cupcake says
I will be spending summer baking sweets and sipping wine
Seth wants the mixer says
drink beer and fish.
Katie says
BAKING! hopefully with this mixer :)
jenah says
I'll be going to San Francisco for a week of fun with my hubby on our very first trip together :)
Melodylynn457 says
i am moving to the beach!!!
Cfarr says
Hanging out with family-especially the cute grandkids!
Jami says
Going camping this weekend, and eventually, going to Northern Spain!
Bsophia_yam says
Baking, baking and some more baking!!!!!!
Chera Robinson says
Getting married in 23 days!!!!
Ashley Liow says
i will hopefully be harvesting a ton of veggies and spending lots of time canning them.
Maria150 says
Make lemon bars!!! And prepare to move to Los angeles
FreeSpiritEater says
I am going to spend as much time as possible with the man I love. Photographing, creating recipes together, etc.
Anh P. says
i will be teaching my daughter how to cook all my wonderful chinese dishes! =)
Nate says
Honing my skills and craft in charcuterie.
Sweetypie says
This summer I will bake a lot for all my friends to cherish the oven that I finally got :)
brittany c. says
Finishing out my first year in AmeriCorps, and trying to find a placement to do a second year of national service. :)
Divya Prakash says
Loads of cooking, baking and running behind my 2 kids. All this summer and year long the same.
Vivien Kuo says
Learn how to bake bread, cakes, anything and everything. A slow start to becoming a pastry chef (hopefully?)
KellyLB says
I plan to go to the lake, read lots of books and have cook outs with my friends.
China9131 says
I will be working. I will also be baking with my daughter as she prepares to start her own home.
Brodi Ayers says
This summer of love... Hmmm. My boyfriend and I will be traveling for his Mom's 60th and the 4th of July. We just picked out a bunch of new recipes to try out together. Of course his are mostly sweet treats, whereas mine are on the savoury side.
John says
With a KitchenAid Mixer?
Pizza dough, lots of Pizza dough. ^_^
Pick me! :D
Keely Whitmer says
re-designing my blog and going to sit in a beach chair and not move for 1 week! (not at the same time!)
Tamea Byrd says
Enjoying my last summer of freedom! I'm in grad school and will graduate (and become a CPA) in December, so I'm soaking up all the lazy moments this summer. Lots of hiking, trying new recipes, and (hopefully) finding my inner green thumb.
bren lee gomez ♥ says
I'm gonna rock I'm gonna roll I'm gonna bop I'm gonna bowl I'm gonna score tonight. Oh yes.
Clazaro says
Figure out how to bake without wheat gluten or eggs for my allergic son. That's love for you.
Devin D says
Working, cooking, and getting ready to run away to England!
Laura says
I'm helping my parents move this summer, which is stressful and bit sad, but it is also the start of something new and exciting.
Rob says
Since I only have a week break for my summer vacation at my hagwon, I will spend the time with my boys playing with them. In addition, I will continue to learn and cook the Korean foods that my wife doesn't make. I've been successful with several all ready, i.e., bibimbap, donggas, jumokbap, mandu, kimchi, juk. I think next up is samgak kimbap, jeolmyun and nangmyun especially for this hot summer!
Jsawaf says
This summer I will make a different recipe every week and test it on my boyfriend who says that he loves whatever I make, even if it's Kraft Dinner (YUCK!).
natalie says
baking, traveling, and eating...
Shivani says
Hopefully this summer of love will be spent cooking up some delicious food for lovely friends and long afternoons biking with the boyfriend and ending in the various parks for delightful picnics. thanks for all your wonderful posts! :)
H and H says
My wife and I are gestating twins, and trying to figure out how to keep them fed....
Julie says
I'm going to enjoy the sun as much as I can and spend time with family and friends.
Meredith says
Not much! It's my last real summer before med school, so I'm savoring it. :)
Lisa C. says
I'll be spending my free time with my sister's dog (that thinks of me as his owner instead!)... he's getting old and has health problems and all he wants to do is play or cuddle with me when I'm around, but haven't had much time before. :(
Diana says
I'm working, then going off to FRANCE! need a stand mixer to help my belly prepare.
Ladyepanda says
I want to bake a whole sea bass in rock salt. I don't know why I feel compelled to do this, but it's freaking cool. I will do that at some point this summer.
Becca says
I just got a job at a local pie company as a dishwasher, so I will be spending the summer (and beyond) honing in on my cooking and baking skills so that I can climb the ladder of the company until I am a chef.
Brigitte says
I will be fighting to keep our wonderful Haleiwa Farmers Market alive. Our goverment has shut us down saying that we are no longer welcome on the site they put us on!
Gracia says
summer school )= but i have a one week break after tomorrow and i can't wait to start baking again!
Angel Cofer says
Spend time with my husband
Eikit Sau says
Trying to catch up with life.
Maureen says
My husband just started a new job so I think it will be a while before we go on vacation so we will do staycations.
We will walk after dinner and we will have family get together and barbeques.
Sonny says
Loving my wife more than I have and loving my little girls more than they can imagine.
ellen_davis says
I'm getting engaged! Wahoo! Best. Summer. Ever.
Tyler says
Winning this KitchenAid for my woman!
Anna says
I will be babysitting, giving swim lessons, fishing with my family, and mastering cooking baking because I'm living in a house with my 4 best friends next year
Gabrielle says
move in with my boyfriend!
DivineCusine says
With my husband I will create new cooking portal, and like always submit new recipes on divinecusine.com. Desperately need this mixer for my kitchen!
Laura Lea says
Go to lotsa fun places for my friends' weddings!!!
Melissa M says
Working, as always, but in between making ice cream, running and trying to re-learn how to just be.
christina says
I'll be baking lots and lots.. so I could use a lovely new mixer : )
maeghan says
My daughter is two so this summer she is going to be lots of fun. My husband and I have loads of fun activities planned, plus some great down time at home. A mixer would mean some yummy treats!
Hilaryrmurphy says
Nursing school! And a lot of boiled peanut eating :)
Diane, A Broad says
I'm going to do a lot more walking around Paris. Apparently we're also going to Zurich next week? And I want to go to Italy or Ireland sometime before the end of summer, too. Wow, my life is hard.
Alice says
traveling, boating, baking, and science.
Aidan says
Make more of my own pizzas.
Marina says
I'll be enjoying being home in Paris with my best friend before we both start law school! And hoping to learn how to make great macarons!
bonnie says
I will be taking care of my grand-babies. My daughter got a new job :)
Jessica says
I will be grilling pizzas and enjoying walks with my puppies :)
CindyB says
I am making bread, and homemade jams and jellies. I am canning for the first time, using the produce from our garden. I have become an earth mother, and i'm loving it!!
Vanessa says
I'm going to teach kids yoga & spend more time in the kitchen
mtestify says
Traveling, I'm going to Eritrea!
mimi says
Reading. I haven't been able to read during classes so now's my time..
Susan aka skHATER #13 says
Gardening, fishing and roller derby. all the while cooking and canning my booty off!
Andrea Fideler-Schmidt says
For this summer of love? I am focusing on making my house more in to a home and imbuing that small town, simple life mentality in to my big city plot of land.
Jackie_jones_68 says
[email protected]
Jackie_jones_68 says
I meant to say I'm spending fun in the sun time with my 3 year old :)
Christine says
This summer of love involves my new bike and new bikini!
Glendj says
I live in London so I will be wearing my wellies this summer as all it does is rain
M. says
Summer school and baking cookies.
actorsdiet says
what an incredibly sweet and generous giveaway! i'm actually going to my in-laws' WEDDING! they've been together forever, but never officially tied the knot. now that they need to be on medicaid, they need to get legal. it's going to be a blast!
Bridget says
Bake/cook/create as often as I can for my blog this summer before classes start!
Mandy says
Hmm...win the lottery? I guess winning a new kitchenaid would be good too. Seriously, would like to make my own prosciutto. That is my goal.
Rbnelson2 says
A trip to the Azores to take a break from this unending quest to get my biochemistry phd
Matt says
I plan on taking it easy this summer of love... It stinks I already took my vacation.
Speaking of love, I love that ice blue color!
caitlinashley says
Studying for the bar, but taking a fun vacation after that!
Captain_Ravis says
This summer of love, I'll be sending love in the form of baked goods, tea, letters, drawings, and goofy things to my husband in care packages. I intend to furthermore, increase my skill in cooking and baking, tending to the garden, and hanging out with my cat, Valhalla.
Kat says
Summer concerts, beaches, grilling and jamming!
Adri (thegirlblogger) says
Six or seven readers my ass. There's a ton of lurkers out there... hosting a giveaway just draws them out of the shadows!
Anyways... where were we? Summer of love. My goal is to just find a date! Love not necessary. Then again, my idea of finding a date is doing nothing out of the ordinary and seeing if anyone I know/meet has the guts to ask to take me to dinner. I have no expectations... so we'll just have to see how it goes!
Caterina says
Snuggling my 10 month old twins as much as possible before they start full time (!) day care in the fall. Eek!
Ellen Pederson says
a) surviving the new england summer without air conditioning
b) finishing up my BA
c) doing a side-by-side comparison of all the bakeries in Boston Chinatown
d) eating, obvi
Marian says
Quitting my job to go back to school full time, and a 3 week road trip between gigs.
Kevin H. says
Grow a significant percentage of my own food
guest says
i'm going to finish writing all my papers! and make one new delicious thing each week from my CSA share.
also, even though i *heart* your blog even when you don't post that often, i will *heart* it MORE if you do post more often ;)
Jaymee Sire says
I love your blog! Happy Birthday! My boyfriend just moved to L.A. so I'm hoping to make plenty of trips down there this summer. :)
Meaganm says
I'm going to do some soul searching, some spirit infusing, some horizon-expanding (both in a spiritual and physical sense!), go sky-diving, zip-lining, cliff-jumping, and watch my little brother marry the love of his life. <3 It's going to be a REALLY good summer. :)
stacy says
teach since I'll teach through the end of July!
maplessyrup says
Teach preschoolers cooking classes about fresh garden-to-table fruits and vegetables! <3 Love it!
JodyFLitvak says
Well, my daughter is home from college for the summer and, among other things, we've signed up to take a class on macarons together.
Tdmcg says
Spend time with my new twins and enjoy seeing the world through their eyes!
McKelle says
work at my dream job at Apple, inc!
Laurie says
With a little more free time, i'm gonna spend a lot of time in the kitchen cooking and baking! Yeah:)
Freddy says
To perfect a ceviche recipe
Chelsy Ethridge says
Work, work, work. Can't stop. Won't stop. Oh, and I'm going back to school in the Fall for a post-bacc degree, so I am prepping myself for that headache. :)
Catharine @BakingCHemist says
Wow, lots of comments! This summer I'll be swimming laps in the pool after a long day's work!
Anne says
I'm going to make a baby with my husband of 6 years!
Emily says
I will be working full time (and then some) to make enough money to meet my husband halfway across the world, as he has been traveling since december 6th, and I have been...eating. :)
JennMarie says
Taking some much needed time off work with a road trip to Oregon!
Cass says
Get my personal training certification!!!
Jocelyn says
teaching English!
Aes4u says
i would loooooove to use that beautiful blue love machine this summer!!!!
Tori says
Continue working towards getting my undergraduate degree and cooking my heart out to relax.
keith says
Take a 3 month roadtrip around the country with my new blue stand mixer in the passenger seat!
Fawn Ward says
I will attempt to acquire as many freckles as humanly possible in the sadly short but joyous Seattle summer!
Hannah says
Pack a car with a portable barbecue, some wireless rechargeable speakers and some great cuts of meat. Then off to the beach! The perfect summer date for me and my husband includes sand, songs and smoke!
Adrie de Waal says
I will be spending as much time in my garden as i can. Or at the beach. :)
sssv says
I was laid off in March and have since been trying to start my own business but, at the same time, I'm supporting my boyfriend emotionally in his own career change from an environment that just wasn't good for him. While it's a leap of faith, we are both very happy in these changes and optimistic for our future together so that's my summer of love! :)
Molly says
Grill out and eat from our garden as much as possible!
Cmdbass says
Camping on the Outer Banks!
Magz says
Eating as much ice cream as possible!
Heather says
Create new recipes and enjoy the sunshine!
Jkatheta says
We are Finally going on vacation!!!
Samantha Simcik says
travel!
Charissa says
Play volleyball and get a deep tan! :)
Forensickt says
Working hard and glad to have a job!
April13 says
This summer I am getting my life together as I prepare to start my junior year in college. I am an Environmental Sciences major, and I plan on getting my doctorate in Marine Biology. In the meantime, I am trying to figure out the best recipe for chocolate chip cookies for my husband, and watching creature features on SyFy with my dog, Brutus.
Bekki says
I always find myself inspired by summer weather - so many bright colors and gentle breezes and warm sunshine and the scent of BBQ on the air in the evening - so I'm really hoping to buckle down and write my novel. I've been moving at a snail's pace since I started it in November and since I'm currently unemployed, I have all the time in the world to write. Or bake, which is a welcome distraction from writing. :)
Jenabaum says
Take our kids to the beach!
Jennifer says
Baking!
Claire DeHaan says
this summer of love, i am going to take three classes and get one semester closer to the job of my dreams. also, i'm going to enjoy all the free events in chicago. i plan to read one huge novel during my month off in august as well.
Evelyn says
getting married!!! =)
Sophia says
Working nights and going to summer school during the day to finish college, and getting my degree quickly (R.N. :D ]
Meghanreimer says
Attending my brother in law's wedding and writing my first novel!
Libbymparker says
I tell you that if you give me this mixer, I'll be spending my summer weeping with joy every time I walk into my kitchen. I only have one outlet but I'll let this guy have it.
Really, though, this summer I plan to make this summer of love, all kinds of lovely. I plan to let the good moments really soak in instead of rush by.
Starlla143 says
We just purchased our first home and the selling point was that the house is basically half kitchen & half cedar screen room with high beam ceilings. The kitchen has been completely renovated & is a real chef"s kitchen that is just ready to be taken advantage of....by ME!!! Long story short, when my Mom passed away I inherited her banana colored, straight from the 70's Kitchenaid mixer that is chipping away but has SO much character & memories attached to it. It is because of this that I can't bring myself to get a brand new one....but it's time. So, I will be baking my Mom's famous cheesecake (now mine ;) in my new kitchen & will be grilling out on our new cedar porch this summer. Here I come!
kaylaj says
going to Costa Rica!
Mindyoja says
Hang out and play with my kiddos and enjoy the new baby!
Christopher says
This Summer I plan to find work and get in shape!!
Merissa says
Quitting my job, packing up my belongings, moving to a new city, starting law school, and in the meantime traipsing around the mountains and spending a week and a half lounging by a lake in the middle of the woods in Canada!
Courtni says
Starting a new job!
Rose says
We are going to go on as many picnics as we can, grill dinner several nights a week, and take a long road trip from Seattle to San Francisco!
Olivia says
starting a fabulous new job and baking up a storm.
sue says
I am going to, unfortunately, work but, fortunately, spend as much time as possible outside with my 4 kids and my husband.
Beth says
Work...and play with my niece!
Sbpfeifer says
I'm spending it in Narnia! (No, really, I'm in a musical of Lion Witch and the Wardrobe all summer)
Jlamstudio says
finishing up culinary school at Le Cordon Bleu in San Francisco, and doing my externship at Benu
Restaurant in the city. And will be cooking and baking on my time off!
Ming123 says
expanding my culinary horizons with my beautiful new ice blue kitchen aid stand mixer?
mistiemp says
attending my aunt and uncle's surprise 50th wedding anniversary/vow renewal
pH says
First and foremost, the truth is that your mixer stand on tastespotting is what brought me to your blog. Second, it has taken me at least 30min to right this comment because I have been looking at your other pages and all the awesome photos there. Your dog is adorable. And those dreamy kitchens...oh I had to be careful not to drool on my laptop. So in a short concluding thought, your blog is a wonder and I have just bookmarked it!
As for your question, I try to live out my life day by day. Do my best, take what comes, be happy and proud of myself. So I will be/am trying to fill each and every one of my summer days with new recipes, getting greasy with my bike, getting my adrenaline fix by caving and base jumping for the first time, loving my sweet hardworking girlfriend, and seeing my family more. Of course the beach is thrown in to the mix by default. ;)
Kitchen Aid mixer stand or not, [I love the colour by the way!] I am happy I found my way to your blog!
pH says
ps: What about you? Any plans for this year's sunny months?
S - guest says
I will go to a lovely wedding in Bucks County.
amanda says
quitting my job to go to pastry school -- eek!
Myhollym says
Run ten miles and bake bread and cakes to my heart's content!
Brian L. Baker says
I will continue to try desperately to find a job. I was laid off in the summer of 2009, and have been looking for full-time work since then. I am currently working part-time for Sur La Table in Fresno, CA, and am very happy to have that. However, things are tough in the Central Valley of California, and this week I have only been given 9 hours - same thing next week - and at $8 an hour, it is tough to live off of. I'd like to win this because sometimes I sell my chocolate chip cookies, as caterers need them, and my KitchenAid from 1972, is starting to make scary noises. Thank you for the opportunity.
Leah W says
Going to Sensation in Amsterdam!
alexa says
Bake everyday, and work to be able to get to the beach...
Jen says
I'm going to ride my bike and have as many picnics and bbq's as possible!
Becky says
Moving to Portland, hurray!!!!
casey says
this summer I will sit by the river with mason jar cocktails/homemade sweet tea and embrace all the mosquito bites. I will also attempt to bake the most amazing vegan pie (my first pie baking experience ever!).. a new mixer to assist in this endeavor would be a pleasant surprise.
Emma says
Go on a solo hiking trip on the Olympic Peninsula in Washington and really take in all the beautiful sights!
Kim Raymond says
Swimming in the pool everyday because it's so hot out there !!
Melissa C says
This summer, I'm going to cook cool things in my hot kitchen...
AgaG says
Produce 'the Ventriloquist' [venter (belly)+loqui (speak)] workshop.
For the first time I will be creating n coordinating my own cultural animation project, that explore the power of food/taste/smells n textures as a language for working with the unprivileged community in Warsaw, Poland.
Hope my love for food/people n storytelling will be contagious this summer :)
SunriseW says
Entering notes in fields like this to please a woman who shares my bed.
Erin says
Exploring the great outdoors as often as possible.
Kaitie O'Bryan says
This summer I am going to LOVE going back to school!
Rachel Elizabeth says
I am designing an activewear collection this summer :)
Samantha Stojkovich says
I'm going to eat as many delicious meals as i can!
Lucy says
I'll be cooking much more--with delicious summer produce!
Theresa Smith says
What I am looking forward to is getting good at learning to relax with my sons more.
Nstoik says
Travel!
Diana says
cooking a lot!!
Inger Nemcik says
Spend more time on porches with friends than ever before. Life is short and I am going back to school in the fall after a very, very long break.
Jess says
Grilling and chilling by the lake.
Sherry says
who knows, whatever comes my way
Maggie says
I'm working with toddlers all summer and baking pies with all the fresh fruit that summer has to offer. Going home for my birthday; and moving into a new house to prepare myself for the year long credential program that awaits me.
Big E says
Live, love, laugh, cook.
Talia says
Bask in the sunshine!
Jennyplatow says
shop at the farmer's market !
Julia says
I'm working at a philanthropy non-profit right now, but in a month, I leave to teach English in Chile for a semester! Just trying to spread as much as love as far as I can this summer.
Alagwc says
work, work, and more work
susan in taos says
I'm hoping that I have work!! There may be a two week trip back "home" to see my mom (I miss her!!)
amy beth marantino says
i am going to spend some time with my nephews
Sarahbeth401 says
We just moved to Tx, so we are spending each weekend of this Summer of love exploring our area! This weekend, we are exploring Austin!
Xine says
Surprising my sigother with a trip to ride some ROLLERCOASTERS! :D
Stephenie Hanson says
Get into the habit of immersing myself in the Bible on a daily basis in order to truly see and appreciate the positive aspects of my life (read: blessings) that I too often disregard due to incessant worrying...Oh and play around with new marinades and recipes and exercise :)
Monica says
doing lots of Bikram yoga, cooking, sewing and swimming! I signed up to teach a summer class, but not enough students signed up. ps. I don't have a mixer and desperately want one!
Lyn Heather40 says
Kayaking and Grilling!
Ellen says
I was thinking of world domination but that seems like a lot of work. So I'm thinking swimming.
Libby says
To explore and learn and have outdoor garden parties with lots of things in lots of mason jars.
Shruti says
Write & drink wine
Tiffany says
Lots of summer desserts!
Lindsay says
Camping, hiking, get togethers with friends on the patio, cooking new and interesting meals, mixing up refreshing drinks and baking delicious treats for friends and family...oh and basking in the sun as much as life allows!
Kathleen says
Just dream about such a dreamy mixer. Oh so dreamy...
Danielle Sleeper says
Going on a road trip with the boyfriend. We plan to eat our way up the West Coast of the US :)
Meaghan Ruane says
Doing an internship for culinary school and spending time with my boyfriend before he leaves to go to New Jersey <3
Lydia says
Work, Work, Work & hopefully at least take a weekend Staycation........
jaims says
Enjoying the sunshine from my office window
Danielle says
Showing my daughter how to do what you love and love what you do.
Blen0008 says
Teaching summer school to students with Autism, and cooking away my worries. Being a poor, stressed out, first time teacher is TOUGH business, but the students make it totally worth it!
Chia-Luen Lee says
Summer of love... more like summer of work for me! Gotta get a job and make some money so I can buy delicious and healthy ingredients to make delicious and healthy food!
Ingrid Pan says
Studying for graduate school as well as soaking in the sun and cooking :)
Jennyjlee88 says
In this summer of love, I will be sharing my love with a bunch of elementary students for summer school.. (yay!)
Chandriga says
I would enjoy cooking all the home grown vegetables and fruits from my garden.Summer in Northern California, especially in the wine country is too beautiful to go for a vacation.
Min-Chun says
Make clafoutis using seasonal cherries.
Stephanie Yniguez says
Going back home to California for 2 weeks, soaking in the sun along with doing some yoga!
Khunyoung says
I plan on confessing to the boy with the sweet tooth with my own variation of Red Velvet Cookies.
anita says
i finally got around to making my own organic garden. organic food is so expensive. now my hunny built me a raised bed. those damn birds have eaten all my kale and zuchinni flowers :( tomorrow I'm gonna get a net
imnotarunner at gmail dot com
Andi Elbel says
Love your blog and giveaway spirit! I will continue to learn and grow this summer while focusing on the good in all:)
Jeanne says
Work on becoming healthier!
Natalie says
Soaking up the sun and enjoying some delicious summer barbecue :)
Jennifer Evans says
I will be cruising to the Bahamas for my birthday.
Erica says
Finish up my first pharmacy school rotation and then fly 3000 miles to Seattle to visit my boyfriend!
Maria says
I will be attending my oldest son's June wedding! So excited~♥
Kristyn says
My husband is currently deployed to Afghanistan. I bake about 12 dozen cookies every two weeks for the guys in his platoon. My cookies are famous and anyone who has tried them has loved them. I'd even mail you a batch if I won this mixer! I'm 6 months pregnant so saving some arm strength would help me be able to push out more cookies. Thank you for this offer!
Alyssa C says
In this summer of love.. I will be counting the days until my first trip to Japan in December!! :D
Angela L Cramer says
Finishing up my EMT certification and studying for the MCAT.
Spinnersend713 says
Oh lets see, i have my little cousins Quince, trip to vegas, Comic con, and Im starting up my 4th quarter of Culinary School! :)
Niku says
I'm renaming it the Summer of Lust and the first thing I'm making with the mixer is whipped cream.
suzie says
backpack around europe with my sweetheart boyfriend!
Chelsia Rief says
Begin getting ready for our 3rd baby and celebrate 9 years of marriage- Booya!
Jordana Weiner says
I will be becoming an Auntie and baking lots of sweets!
Bpatuwo says
Going to the Dominican Republic to do some medical work! And going to Chicago for 4th of July! Can't wait!
Andrew Tseng says
Same thing I do every summer. Try to take over the world
Adrienne says
Playing with my kids, camping, frolicking at the beach, eating BBQ, drinking beer, and enjoying the awesome sunshine!!
Ann Wingert says
watch my garden grow and I better dang well enjoy it!
Sol says
Enjoying my first post-grad summer before law school!
Alaska from Scratch says
Going to catch some wild Alaskan salmon and halibut this summer. LOVE the mixer, especially the color.
Naomi says
Exploring South Korea.
Cat says
I am going to WORK at a restaurant and set up my classroom for next year! Hopefully I will find some time to use my lovely new KitchenAid mixer in between :)
Tina Poole says
See my favorite band, twice in a row - something I've never done before!
[email protected] says
Finish my LAST summer as a professional photographer - couldn't be happier! :)
Annette Herbst says
I will be spending my days reading and spending time with my grandchild
Jen Jahnke says
this summer of love, I am going to be loving my new baby girl, come mid july! And boy do I love that color on that mixer!
P Rowland says
Golly what a question. I guess i would just love it to be summer!
Barbi C says
enjoy my yard and garden and take a vacation with my parents.
Strawberrymint02 says
Putting three years of preparing for dental school behind me, leaving a top 10 university, and finally pursuing my passion by attending culinary school.
Anandi says
I'll be working and dreaming of next summer when I'll have saved up enough money to travel to Europe with my boyfriend!
CrumberryBakes says
starting my new job as Disney's newest Pastry Chef!
Pratima says
Gonna pack up my worldly possessions and move to Cincinnati for grad school.
Hannah says
Find some happiness. And get my tan on.
J Lewis 10 says
Filming a webseries I've been writing with friends and acting in the Edinburgh Fringe.
Rita Scott says
I have every intention of spending as much time as possible at the beach, and on the hiking trails with my dogs this summer!
Redmaryt says
I'll finish my dissertation, maybe go to Africa, spend time with my love, and have a blast with my little nephew. And cook everyone yummy dinners!
Heather Likes Food says
I'm traveling and eating as I go! Can't get any better than that!
Tracie says
Planning my upcoming wedding!
Rockie says
I will continue to pursue art in my daily life.
Natalie says
Studying for the MCAT and hopefully making a lot of summer dishes to share with my friends!
Abigail Lee says
Celebrating my 29th birthday with my husband (we just got married)!!!
Flora says
get better at finishing artwork and give more loving kindness to friends and strangers equally!!
Emily Crum says
This summer of love I will be enjoying the sun, the fresh produce, and delicious eats!
Cari Kirla says
Have lots and lots of fun with my children!
Tian Lee says
Reading your blog and Facebook wall drooling over all of your quinoa recipes.
Sofeoly says
I'm going to sit out on my back patio in the desert & watch the birds drink out of and also bathe in my fountain. I leave it on all the time for them. They appreciate it and I appreciate having them as visitors. If I get myself together, I need to read a book in my book club. Birds are more fun to watch.
Maya DeLeon says
Get a car, and get tan.
Cat says
Run more, trail-style and experiment more with vegan cooking. Oh yeah and drink some beer. What else?
Jenny Hartin says
Packing and trying to sell our house! I would love to move that beautiful mixer into our new home.....
Goetschc says
Heading to NYC!
Steph says
Keeping my kids entertained! It's a hard job but someones got to do it. :) This mixer would help with my job of feeding them. Haha! We are looking forward to spending our summer at the beach, visiting family and friends and enjoying the beautiful outdoors. Cheers!
Christine says
I plan to eat, drink, read, play, swim, frolic, and rest. :)
Belinda says
Celebrate 10 years with the man of my dreams with our feet in a lake :)
Jesy C. says
picnics, dog walking, making out, baking a pie a week, cooking everything, pickling, lots of arts and crafts, being in love. Gonna be the best summer ever.
Christina564 says
Mini-vacations to museums and plays, hugging granddarlings, reading for fun, and sleeping late!
Darailise says
Spending time at the beach with my husband and new baby daughter
Talentchic says
hopefully i'm going to make lots of recipes using my brand new ice blue kitchenaid!! ;-) love your blog :)
Kim Loan M says
Make baby blankets and bags for a local pediatric heart ICU, bake lots of copies for the staff of thy hospital, and spend some time hanging out with my kids and their friends watching them play and swim!
T Pixeltrash says
Ohhh...baby pink! Lucky! Love the ice blue too! We are headed to the Bahamas on a cruise. It would be super fun to come back and find that I had won. :-)
Amy | Amy's Cooking Adventures says
Spending as much time as I can outside with my 2 sweet boys (and my handsome husband!)
Shannon J Ely says
I will be experimenting with new recipes (Shepherd's Pie Eggrolls!), hanging out with my best friends, and drinking lotsa good craft beer.
Jennifer Reda says
Traveling with my boyfriend
Dennis Milbradt says
Working! :)
Niki says
I'm planning my wedding! And depending on money, we may take our honeymoon before the wedding! :)
Emily says
Flying to St. Thomas, then sailing around the British Virgin islands, for 10 days, with my friends (one of which is the captain)! So excited, haven't been on a vacation in forever! :)
clarasaurus says
using this mixer.
Julia Carolina Sanchez says
“What are you going to do this summer of love?”
The HR office informed that I have 48 days of vacations and that I have to take at least 18 as soon as possible so but I don't have plans so I am still pondering what to do with a lot a vacations days and very litle money to spend ... I guess I will have to get back to you when I make up my mind.
Spikesz32 says
I will survive my boyfriend being gone all summer.
cpwalk2 says
I begin my medical residency this summer. Start my chosen career path....ah! July 1st, no one go to the hospital if you are at a teaching hospital!
Naomi Karp says
Going to South Africa!
Desiree says
Adding some color to my life by repainting all the rooms in my condo. Oh yes and spending time with that person called "husband" :)
Renee Travins Carter says
Hopefully finding love. :)
Halcyon3608 says
Field work! Summer is a busy time in my field of natural resources, and I enjoy the chance to get out of the office and survey for grassland birds, band geese and ducks, sort baby pheasants at the game farm, look for newborn fawns, participate in prescribed burns... never a dull moment!
Sefali Bhutwala says
pick my own fruit at farms and bake pices and make ice creams!
Jennie Roed says
I am having a baby!
Ginny says
Celebrating my 5th wedding anniversary with a fun roadtrip
Varia Makagonova says
I'm going to learn to surf in Portugal with my boyfriend :)
Mairin O'Steen says
Researching philosophy graduate schools, since I hope to start my PhD. Fall 2013. I also will be learning how to drive and plan on spending time with family.
BrookAnne says
Hang with my nine month old and hubby, learning about our new hometown of Oklahoma City. : )
Cheryl Gordon says
Enjoy the out of doors!!!!
[email protected] Easy Peasy Organic says
Writing my heart out :)
Shari Y. Tamashiro says
Beach!
Doris says
Keep practicing my guitar!
Lily says
This summer I'll visit Ithaca, and then NY city! I'm very excited!!!!
Maxia Severino says
Working hard in other to save money for my Master in Argentina.
Heather says
I will be spending the summer with my kids and my Mom as she recovers from her recent bone marrow transplant
Heather J says
Enjoying my patio in my new house.
Carole Shaffer says
going back home to visit family
Melissa Lee says
Primarily, studying for the CPA exam (boring!), planning my cousin's bridal shower (a surprise!), and in between, figuring out how to get my chicken tikka masala to taste like authentic chicken tikka masala!
Michelle Piluso says
My goal this summer is to start up and contribute to my own food blog! I have the website, just need to get the content. Blogs (as you know) take a LOT of discipline, so please wish me luck!!!
Kitchenminions says
Lots of baking, hoping that the a/c holds up!
Lisa S says
Road trip to pick up my almost 19 year old from her first year of college....one proud momma
Ali says
Take as much vacation as possible!
Cydneycakes says
I'm going with my love to visit his family, since he moved to Texas to be with me and hasn't seen them in two years!
Janice says
I am going to do a lot of reading, a lot of appreciating, and hopefully, a lot of laughing.
Sdm says
heading out to the beach with a picnic basket
Mktheo says
I start my 3rd term in med school next week. But I recently started to talk to this ever charming guy in my class...sooooo for the 'love' part, I have summer 'boy' plans ;p hopefully it turns into something good!
Melodie says
Gardening, cooking, baking, eating, drinking Prosecco, reading, planning a few trips.
Lana B says
I am going to love watching my 7 year old enjoy a family trip to Walt Disney World! ...even though I have to watch from the sidelines since I JUST broke my ankle :(
Hunsaker_1975 says
This summer of love I will be spending canning, baking & enjoying my family.
Mack says
Figuring out what makes me happy in life so I can pursue that in the future!
Ivana P says
Travel to Jamaica for our 2nd wedding anniversary and hopefully make a baby :)
Kristen says
Seeing my son after a long 8 months of him being away
Becky H says
Planning my wedding :)
asereTTeresa says
Going to school for most of the summer. (Fun times)
I have two weeks to enjoy the sun and back to school I go :D
Alicia Castellano says
Here in San Antonio soaking up the sun, gonna keep working doing my photography and soon move into a new home where i can have my own little kitchen...yea-yah! :)
Brittany D says
Turning 17 and hopefully getting my life back on the right path. Exactly one year ago on June 25th I was released from the hospital (4 month stay) for an eating disorder. I loved cooking and baking and hopefully can find that passion again this summer.
Happy baking everyone. Hope you all have great summers :)
Michelle L Hill says
This is gorgeous.
Incidentally, so are your photos. :)
Cheriweeks says
I will enjoy every moment with my kids today we dyed the 9 year old hair red!
Maureen says
I am going to be getting out the heat as much as possible. And cooking as much new food as I can
Cmlny423 says
Recently moved to NJ right outside NYC. I'm going to explore all the food wonders and see a little art and music in there somewhere:)
Angie Davis says
I'm going to lay in the sun and sip Pina Colada's as much as possible. :)
Ccatoera says
Going to Vegas and party!
Helga Kvam says
I am going to be enjoying the short summer here in Iceland, going to cook away as I can and keep up my website http://www.allskonar.is; food and articles about enjoying life in all aspects. Basically I am going to try to cheat and do as little as possible with as much spirit as possible with positive effort (and not too much effort) while enjoying life to the fullest :)
I am also going to travel and photograph landscapes, stay up all night past sunset and watch the sun come up, which isnt so hard in Iceland since we do get 23hrs of sunlight in June :)And YOU?
Whitney887 says
Bake recipes that remind me of my mom and great grandmother and hit the beach as often as possible :)
Hullcha says
my grandmother recently passed away and I would like to spend my free time during the summer creating a perennial garden in her honor. She was a conservations and avid gardener. I want to be able to walk out into my yard and into my garden and remember just how much she meant to me.
jessica says
Going to enjoy playing with my two boys all summer long. Beach vacation in SD next week. Bachelorette party in Napa in August. A million and one weddings. How about you?
Rachel says
Beautiful color! I'm visiting Seattle this summer.
Carol Ann says
loving my grandchildren!!
Kasia Kaczmarek says
I'll enjoy in the kitchen all the best produce that Portugal has to offer and share the joy with my friends!
Mary says
Going to hike the half dome in Yosemite! In my dreams. I'll actually be in clinic all summer.
Silvia says
Moving to a new country.
Bebe says
I will be walking my dogs, gardening, cooking out, sitting under the stars, drinking cocktails and loving life!
Terrie Sobaski says
I am going to spend this summer of love making memories with my granddaughters, Isabella and Ruby. Besides the usual stuff of going to the zoo, the park, etc. I am going to teach Isabella,age 8, how to make an apple pie from scratch and Ruby, age 21/2 and I are going to the backyard and we are going to make mud pies. I am making live growing Fairy Gardens for both of the girls. They will have real plants to take care of and I will recycle sticks and wire to make fairy furniture. A lovely summer ahead with my girls.
Tammy says
traveling on both coasts!
Soccermegan11 says
I am learning to love my own imperfections and to value the time I have to do the things I love like pick berries, cook, bake, spend time with family and friends, watch movies, run, etc.
Alexakamm25 says
Working in NYC and soaking up every moment I have with my boyfriend before he goes to grad school.
Maureen Walker says
I'm doing a 100 days of real food challenge. No processed foods and focusing on local and organic. Today is day 16!
sarahbailey says
I'm learning about barrier island ecology and getting a puppy!
Alyssa Chang says
Getting ready for my wedding on October 5!!
Helen says
Enjoy time with my kids and have fun making great meals with them! Oh--and learn to perfect cooking on my new grill!
Lee says
Playing with my new dog
Claire Nutter says
I'm taking the bar exam, but after I will be spending time with family, cooking and baking a bunch to make up for lost study time (hopefully with my new mixer) ;)
Noxnyx99 says
Working at my local Humane Society, loving lots of kittens :)
Jfarrist says
Work, work more work and a lot of entertaining. Almost complete with decorating my apartment and I can't wait to have people over to enjoy. <3
Alex says
This summer is all about friends, patios, beer and laughter!
Kelly Monday says
Drinking lots of lovely long cocktails
Kristi says
I will be reading a bunch and making lots of summery healthy food with produce from our own garden (I hope!).
Hanna says
summer school :(
Jzegowitz says
cherish catching fireflies for my 4 little kids.
Erin michelle says
trying to go to the beach as much as possible. and experiment with refreshing cocktails!
Timber009 says
Helping my son and his son with their wedding
Timber009 says
That was supposed to be helping my son and his fiancé with their wedding
Val says
The first way was more interesting! ;)
Eastwestfamilyfarm says
We are going to continue to work towards being self sustaining by raising, growing and making everything we eat.
Lizzie says
Try not to melt in the heat :)
Lisa_b says
I'm trying to move to a new city. And hopefully some roller coaster riding with the kids.
CLara says
Finish my volunteer program and then intern at a theatre... oh and bake and play with my puppy :-)
Christie Turner says
Lay in the Sun and drink margaritas!!
jєssîcα ℓÿnn says
Moving to a new city, to start over new, with two of my closest friends. Oh, not to mention quitting my job to go to culinary school, like I have wanted to do since I was 11 (And am now 24). This summer is going to be EPIC for me, and I have never been more excited for the next part of my life.
Angiesmith88 says
Spending every moment I can with my kids and loving it!
Michael says
I'm laying in the cool grass with a plate of madeleines and reading Rumi to my lover.
Renee Travins Carter says
Hopefully finding love. :)
Bernice says
I'm going to spend my summer cooking for the ones I love.
Skachic110 says
Me and my boyfriend are going to Peru to celebrate my parent 's 50th wedding anniversary. So excited!
Gilley79 says
Remodeling and fixing up my grand parents home. Stating a new chapter in my life.
With my bestfriend. My love .
Jessica says
I'm going to finally give myself more alone time. I've been so kept up in everyone elses world that I've forgotten where I stand with my own! Cooking, reading, jamming; all introverted, but exactly what I will deserve in the warm sun.
Katie B. says
Drinking summer beer, eating ice cream and exploring the wonderful city of Buffalo!
Christine says
Be all artsy-fartsy and make lots of frozen coffee drinks and ice cream (:
Holly says
Taking photos of my hummingbird couple at their feeder with my new telephoto lens. BTW I've been a tastespotting fan for years. Love it!
Anahita says
Enjoying my last summer as a graduate student, celebrating the fourth year of meeting my soul mate, and trying new recipes.
Susan Nguyen says
Rereading all of my favorite childhood books and reading all of the classics. Also, baking of course!
Pamela Yu says
Can't wait to soak up the longer days and catch some outdoor movies, take a trip to SF/Napa and hit up some concerts!
Emilykaylor says
This summer i will be Bakin' my husband and I's first child! Im sure there will be lots more mixed in there, but that's the most important part!
Kathleen says
more ME time.. <3
Sarah Elizabeth says
This summer I'm going to have fun and make money... and bake!
Onanku001 says
Working hard on sharing the love and passing the deliciousness that comes from all the summer farmers' market goodness!
Lorie Kirksey says
Relax and enjoy life... And cook!
Andrea Boujoukos says
I am going to catalog my cookbook library and spend more time experimenting with new recipes!! Also plan to utilize my freezer more with all kinds of stuff and maybe if I am adventurous will start doing some canning with all the summer farm fresh fruit and veggies!!!
Sarah says
I'm heading to the beach in a few days and can't wait to eat ice cream for every meal and read all day!
Brittany Nowak says
Work, research, cook, eat, drink, be merry.
Jess N says
hold picnic in the park with loved ones and my cat! :3
tessamom says
Getting through wedding season with my sanity intact - we'll see how it goes.
Yooly says
Taking baking classes at the culinary institute!
Mark Gisi says
Workin away, as usual, on my own blog, goodeverydaythings.com, at my company, tabulacreative.com.
Riley says
keep my garden alive and cherish its bounty.
Nathan Carrabba says
Hanging out with my new boyfriend, getting back into the kitchen and starting up my new food blog!
Aeezzell says
I'm going to make my life wonderful. New job, becoming a runner, and finishing this first year of marriage with flying colors.
emilysummach says
Camping, camping and more camping!
Eugena Gunderson says
Creating, exploring, & adventuring .
Ekamm says
Take organic chemistry and quantitative chemistry plus work...YUCK!!!!
Jo says
Perfect the art of the perfect carrot cake-cheesecake. And the perfect bananna cake-cheesecake, and the brownie - cheesecake... I think you get the gist ;)
Cliffordmelissa says
im riding my motorcycle, spending time with my family, and going to the beach as much as possible....ahhhh, summer!!
Cheryl says
Renovating our home, experimenting with more food...which leads to more eating!
Lilyeatsbugs says
Travel to Japan and Riot Fest in Chicago! Lots of love for music and culture. :D
Alanna D says
Building a portfolio, finding a job. And of course having fun and going to as many festivals as possible. Gotta make the most of what could be my last summer in the city of festivals.
2denominations says
Spending as much time as I can with my handsome soldier and other family and friends! Always entertaining and cooking up something delicious.
Jamee S. says
I'm going to be watching my daughter swim her heart out on the local swim team. She's 7 and she will be 8 the day this contest ends. :) I bet she'd love an ice blue Kitchen Aid stand mixer. It's her favorite color. :)
AMBERDICOSTANZO says
I will be spending my summer
preparing the room for my first child.
Lara Levy says
I'm moving to a new town and starting a new job. I love my work and I can't wait for the new adventures!
Dan says
I will be making delicious food all summer. This mixer would certainly help ;)
Neenayoon says
After summer school in going to try and do a bake sale in my neighborhood!!
Stephanie says
Spend time with my baby boy (his first!) before I go back to school in the fall.
Dana Willett says
Learn how to love myself again.
Tuesday H says
Drink prosecco, eat oysters, ride my bike and have picnics by the lake
cindy y. says
Nothing much... Internship hopefully!
literarymom says
Reading Les Miserables before going to the musical in August, enjoying family times outdoors, putting order into our house, planning our next school year with Tapestry of Grace curriculum...thanks for this opportunity to trade in my trusty, but tired handheld mixer for something much nicer :)
Laurel says
Bouncing between hot hot Phoenix and cool San Francisco. Discovering as many new foods and drinks as I can.
Hlenz says
Staying out of the heat first. I just moved to a new apartment and have some time to bake goodies for my friends and family. I love baking things and experimenting with new little bites and cakes.
Finn says
Good food, good drink, good company- and I'll love every minute~
Lisatamaye says
Going to cherish my 2 boys (that I did not put in any sort of camp). Nothing like the summer for good ole' family fun and loving on one another.
Maurice says
Do something adventurous like learn to fly an airplane.
Monica says
I plan to eat great food, enjoy the company of good friends, and work on my personal 5 year plan.
Merry Maclellan says
Make lots of sangria!
Maddy says
I'll be spending a lot of time at the cabin, with friends and family... which really means I'll be cooking my heart out, as I usually am in charge of feeding everyone!
Valerie says
Starting my second quarter at culinary school!
Diana says
This summer I'm going to work, play, and be thankful for my amazing boyfriend (who even eats my kitchen disasters!).
Amy Z. says
Getting married in August at Boston's Harvard Arboretum! I can't think of a better summer of love and family!
DeMonika Daniels says
I'm gonna bake lots of sweets to take around and give away! Chocolate cupcakes, Lemonade cupcakes, and all types of cookies! Basically my favorites to share with the people around me. At like day cares for the kids and nursing homes for the elderly and just for my family too! I would love that mixer though I've always wanted one but being in my situation, I'll probably be dreaming even longer :( !
Amelia says
I'm going to be seeing my boyfriend again after being on different continents for three months!
Chana Lewis says
Hopefully find my first ever nursing job, should God will it in this challenging market....
Ariel N. says
Spend a lot of time cooking and tasting all the food I can manage.
Phu*O*n9 says
Spread the love of summer.
Richard R. Smith says
I'm moving from being a lifelong New Englander to Southern Louisiana with the love of my life and my wonderful two kids.
Samantha Neff says
This summer of love I will welcome my first niece into the world. Additionally, I'll be taking my first trip to Disney with the love of my life. In between, we'll entertain friends and family under lovely South Carolina sun.
Nathalie says
My husband and I are producing a show together called The Real Drunk Housewives of the San Fernando Valley. So this summer of love we will be working together and loving every second of it....hopefully! :)
Amber L Stosz says
I am going to love myself by getting things back on track and find a way to get my BA and find an affordable place to live and a better paying job. The love myself summer with a little help from some loving family too.
Paula Messinger says
Going to the beach!
Anita Murray says
I'm going to learn to cook more with Arugula - it's all over my raised beds : )
Andra says
My husband and I are going on a quest to find at least one good restaurant in the town we've lived in for the past 11 years before we move out of state.
Gabriella Csanyi says
I will graduate in a month, so now i'm studying non-stop but after that I try to focus more on my tan ;)
Karyn McKinnon says
Spending every weekend photographing weddings so I can save up (time & money) to spend on my personal photography projects, i.e learning to food style & shoot as much as possible! Thanks for the giveaway! :)
Huyen says
I'm going to the Olympics! For once I can wave the American flag proudly in a European country!
Marilyn says
I'm going to buy a new sewing machine and start more sewing projects! AND start using my new KitchenAid mixer that I will win from you!
Stef says
Spend lots of time at the park playing pretend sushi restaurant with my son.
chrys says
Get as close to water as possible and read as much as I can!
A Lucia Estrella says
Letting love take me where it wants to.
Jscoward1 says
My 24-year-old daughter returns from a 11-month missions trip next week (where she has been serving in 11 different countries)! She loves to cook, and so do I. She has been eating mostly bland foods in remote and very poor communities unlike what one might expect. We look forward to being able to prepare exciting new recipes together and would so enjoy this Kitchen Aid mixer in my daughter's very favorite color! (Photo of my daughter taking care of one of the little girls in the Philippines.)
CST says
I'm going to eat as many fresh fruits and vegetables as I can find, and try to find a good swimming hole near my new neighborhood!
Marion Myers says
My daughter is spending this first summer after her freshman year in college in Canada on a horse breeding farm, so I am missing her terribly. Really, the only thing that got me through her moving to another state for college (5 hours away!) was the fact she'd be home the entire summer! (sigh) oh well, I'm excited for her and the opportunities she is creating for herself! So I guess I will spend my summer baking, blogging, and eating all the yummies! Oh and I'm going across the country to Seattle for a week - yay! Looking forward to hiking a couple days on Mt. Rainier and then spending a few days in the city exploring! I love the ice blue color on the mixer too, and I still read your blog - thanks for all the delicious posts!
Jolie says
Continue to learn to cook: discover new ingredients, experiment with different recipes, and post all of my cooking adventures on my new food blog! :)
Pearl says
Enjoy that beautiful limbo between graduating from college and entering the real world this fall!
Kathy Sucherman says
Gardening and cooking, what else.
Noei says
The apple of my eye is turning two this summer. I would like to teach her the joy of baking & cooking as well as appreciating the simplest things in life. I hope she will continue to grow well, smart & more adorable everyday.She is the reason my heart skips a beat. She made me a better person & mom. I am
thankful to the Almighty for giving us the bestest gift of life in a form of a jocund & an inquisitive lil person. Naeema, Mamma loves you very much.
Shumaila says
I am going to get back into my pre marriage body shape! Another 20 pounds to go!!:)
Wgfoodie says
Take advantage of all the fresh, locally grown produce!
Erica Klein says
crafting, cooking, and watching the olympics!
Paula Evans says
Working out consistently so I can be "bootylicious" by FALL (since summer started today and I'm not there yet). :-)
Sarah Bowers says
I am in Charlotte, learning more about poverty and trying to help the impoverished.
LW says
bake bake bake! bake for a tea party, bake for the wonderful friends, bake for me-time, bake for the chocoholic father, bake for trying all the recipes that ive been wanting to try and bake for the ever supportive boyfriend.
Pancake Ninja says
Wear out my camera
Sarah says
Studying for the Bar but also enjoying some country concerts :-)
Alana says
Spend quality time with my family and friends before I go away
NomadicRachael says
Make lots of cookies, hopefully :)
Melissa Reinhardt says
Getting married!!!
Aysha Valkema says
Sun soak, eat everything, photograph, and cherish time with family and friends.
Jocelyn says
I'm getting married :)
Milliee Fox Rupp says
Perfect my cake and cupcake making skills, that is after playing out side as much as possible with my daughter :)
May N. says
Change myself :) I want to be more mature than now ....
Also....I am going to bake a cake for my friend's birthday and some cookies for my family , yummy ! <3
Kendra says
I am going to train for two things: my first competitive 5k and something my sister and I have decided to call "Fat Day": a day in which we eat whatever we want for 24 hours.
Tammy says
Celebrating my wedding Anniversary the day after your contest ends :-) and spending time with family.
Amaerin says
Getting through a Summer internship so I can graduate from college in August!
Weissan says
Send my boys to camp.
JuliaC says
Spending time with family and then......celebrating our anniversary in Mexico!!
Samantha Scofield says
bake and look for a job!
Anya says
Spending time with my family; founding the equine rescue non-profit org. and spending more time with my family.
Alyssa A says
Improve my skills in baking, art crafts and in music! I'd love to spend time making myself better. For how can I give what I do not have...I have to love myself to make my loving much better!
NConnolly says
I'm going to cook a lot of new dishes, brew up some refreshing beers, and spend lots of time with my friends
Deena says
Working and making baked goods for the jimmyfund! those kids deserve everything and more!
Hannahsized says
I have summer school. I would love to get some baking/cooking done as stress-relief ;)
Vanessa says
Take photos, attend some weddings and keep plugging away at my job as a baker.
Rod says
I'm hoping to use my new found love for all things baking. My partner is coming to visit this August and I'm eyeballing rhubarb strawberry pie.
Kari Morrison says
I'm going to be making lots of crafty projects..and learning some new recipes that don't require turning on more heat!
Tinanikfarjam says
I'm going to enjoy beautiful santa cruz!
aditi says
spending a summer reading under the trees :)
esseppis says
Celebrate my birthday... on June 27th! for real!
Kali Bliss Bush-Vineberg says
hopefully fall in love
Dunn says
Learning how to cook with as many fresh, local ingredients (including fish!) as I can get my hands on!
Lisa M says
Moving in to my first apartment!
Kayla Elizabeth Levine says
Living life, enjoying the weather, and having fun.
Mae says
Read as many books as I can and celebrate our 20th anniversary.
Aar8972 says
I plan to spend the summer by the pool and also in the kitchen making delicious baked goods.
rebalikewo says
get on a plane to LA to see the pacific ocean. :)
OrangeCrush1970 says
Spend time with the family on vacation in the Bahamas.
Mypieforyou says
Living a dream of having my own business. Makin' delicious pies and selling them at the local farmers' market. See my page... ttps://www.facebook.com/mypieforyou
People love them and I am selling all the pies each week.
Also, my old KitchenAid is making a funny clunking sound!
Somchay Edwards says
Cape may, pool, and Nantucket.
Kate Jones says
I am going to travel up the coast of california, making friends along the way. perhaps gather some driftwood in norcal for some craft projects. :)
Adc2134 says
Changing jobs, and taking time between gigs to finish some paintings and start a sculpture.
Leilani Techaira says
I will be dressed for love. Whether it come in the form of new friendships, new adventures, new places or a new person. I am ready.
Leila says
Working...ugh. The real world. But I've just gotten serious about devoting more time to my new blog (! Yay!) and hopefully I'll get to take a vacation or two ;)
Aslakson3 says
Mix up some delish meals for the ones I Love :)
Marlana Cooley says
I'm going to take my family on lots of hikes, make lots of good food, and make lots of memories. <3
Melissa Nordstrom Terry says
Sell lots of freshly roasted coffee at my local farmers market. And try to make some headway on my PhD when I can.
Sondi says
I am going to take most of the summer off to relax and heal, and write!
Carley says
fruity smoothies on hot days, swimming in lakes, visiting family!
Karen says
I'm going to love until it hurts. Meaning I'm hugging everyone until I leave a bruise.
Jil says
I want to knit, knit a lot. Eat good, wholesome food because it's the most therapeutic thing I can do for myself. I want to run, far and fast. I want to flirt and fall in like with someone. I want to reconnect with old friends and find new ones.
Photon99 says
Start training to run a half marathon with our daughter and new son in law!
Karen says
Baking! We've gone gluten free and boy do I have a steep learning curve!!
Elaine Friedberg says
Move into a new apartment and get my DIY on to transform it!
Nichole Murawski says
I am only going to work part time so that I can spend time doing fun things with my 18 month old daughter and my husband before he goes off to officer training school. (And hopefully making baby #2!!!)
Tiffany B says
This summer of love I'm going to get my first real job and I'm going to love it!
Joelle says
Me husband and I are going to go sailing on our new sailboat. It's 30 feet long and a joy to sail as well as a great challenge. I also get to work in a new culinary environment (a small boat galley) and complete a bunch of new craft projects. I recently made new curtains for the boat and am currently working on cushions.
Anika B says
Enjoying the final weeks of my semester abroad in Chile!!!!
Jessica says
doing what i love most with who i love most: wine tasting and traveling around the country visiting family and friends.
Holly | Beyond Kimchee says
Happy birthday, Sarah!
I am taking my family to the Rocky mountain for some outdoor fun. Living in cosmopolitan surrounding it's been years since we have been camping out in the wilderness (?).
Jenny Lee says
Vacation with family! Then back to work.
Jahnvee says
I'm going to paint and photograph foods made from my kitchen.
Tritia T. says
I will be looking for the best cheese steaks, cupcakes, and ice cream in the wonderful state of California! =]
Sky says
eat deliciousness!
Ssipos says
Getting in shape. Priority #1. Side-bar, is that your freakishly cute Chihuahua? I have one that looks very similar!
Janeleger says
I am going to win an ice blue kitchenaid and head to the kitchen.
Marla Ellis Avery says
Helping teach VBS. Going back to MD Anderson for my scans in July to get another GREAT report. Being blessed and thankful for every breath. Enjoying planning my daughters birthday in August she will be 3. Lots to do this summer and enjoying it all!
Carmen F. says
Sample wedding cake and share a backyard hammock with my sweetie.
Mary says
Train my new dog Howie!
Andie says
Remodeling my kitchen in preparation for my love to return in the fall :)
Rose C. says
I'm exercising like crazy and eating well; getting ready to start school full time after 30+ years....yay!
Colleen Madigan-Stockman says
I care give for a really sweet lady and just finished decorating a wedding last weekend in burlap and lace...lovely!
robin jones says
hosting lots of summer parties!
Kellynone32 says
I've started running again. I also plan to create a dog leash for my dogs and I plan to study for the MCAT
Hello Kitty says
Hide indoors to avoid the heat.
Karla_0526 says
Spending my time in the place where it all started- San Francisco babyy!!
Sduca75 says
Going to Napa with my hubby. First vacation since our honeymoon 10 years ago!
tbone says
hey this contest is awesome. im planning to be swimming and playing frisbee (tossing disc)
Rebekah says
Grilling and eating a lot of ice cream!
Betty says
Relaxing and doing lots of things I don't have enough time for during the school year! :)
TW says
Enjoy my first summer in Chicago
Lauren Ankele says
Cooking, working on my teaching content, and getting engaged to the love of my life!
Millie Danes mom says
Move back home to Taos New Mexico where I moved from in 1993 while I was single to get my kids in what I perceived to be better schools, They are grown and gone and am expecting our first grandchild. Will be moving with my new husband whom I have been happily married to for 5 years. We are building a food truck, plan on starting a Great Dane rescue and living happily in a town that has more love and spirit than I have ever seen. Feeling blessed and thought I would share....
Nan T.
Vivian - vxdollface says
eat all the ice cream! and not feel guilty about it afterwards hehe
Molly says
Quitting my job to make my apothecary more full time...enjoying more time with friends and family...thanking God for my blessings!
DebbieB says
working way toooo much!
PaulaM says
Swimming at Cape Cod! & enjoining each week of my bountiful CSA.
Kirra_80 says
Hopefully get ready to have a baby!
Reneejlyons81 says
Home on maternity leave, closing on a new home, and hitting the beach for the 4th
Linda says
After recovering from a broken shoulder, I am going to start cooking for my husband again. He did all the work for several months.
Eva says
Working and a vacation to a family wedding in Maine!
Nela says
I'm going to improve my relationship with my boyfriend this summer... we've been through a lot and this summer is the perfect chance for the both of us to be stress free and not always under each other's skin.
Ginny Schmid says
Baking lots of things! Cupcakes, cheesecakes, cakes, cookies etc. And of course enjoying time with my family and friends :)
Caity G. says
Busy with work in July, but hopefully some time for a beach trip in August!
IzieAnn says
This summer of love will be spent planning a wedding: I am getting married to my best friend of almost 7 years. We are relocating to our home state to spend time with family before the big day, and then we are off again, into the world! In the mean time, we plan to cook delicious meals for our families to show them our love and appreciation as we become one big family!
Iluvmyhoneys says
when I'm not working, I will be spending time with my hubby and kids, and hopefully fixing up our new house we just bought!!
Sung Choi says
Quality time with my hot wife!
Jenn Morgan says
Getting ready to move half way across America to start grad school.
Casey Ann says
I'm going to be a new mom in a few weeks! I can't imagine what I'll be up to?!
Pamw17 says
Go on a trip with my honey!
Richard Huizar says
Work on my garden and harvest as many fresh veggies as I can for my family. Learn to can tomatoes, make salsa, and kale chips
Robin Bicknell says
Ride my super fantastic 6yo trekanner name "As You Wish" or Wishy (a 5yo named him :) We went swimming in a nearby pond today after a trail ride - it was 95 in VT!
Branny says
Great giveaway. I'm going to sleep in!
Jaime says
eat (and drink) my way through italy!
Camiecoffey says
Swimming and having fun in the sun every day!
wookietv says
Going on a 2-3 week roadtrip to discover the wondrous varieties of bbq in our country. Then bring back a plentiful amount of rubs and sauces to keep me going for the rest of the summer at home!
Neenayoon says
hopefully lots of baking with my new stand mixer ;)
cutee_pie29 says
go exploring through the province of Ontario... and taking photos along the way. Perhaps there will even be a very cute man in the car with me!
Sophia Li says
Hanging out with family and friends while enjoying Summer!!
Ive629 says
Taking my kids to Disney and Sanible Island too.
Jazzymom1991 says
I am going to San Francisco...with flowers in my hair.
Blueskyegrace says
I am going to revel in all that is summer. Trips to the river with homemade bread and jam, ripe strawberries and homegrown tomatoes.
Cindy-oh says
volunteer, lounge, eat good food, cook, repeat :)
Dididdit says
Telling every I love that I love them.
Adams_k says
I'm a teacher...so I am lucky enough to spend the summer with my 2 beautiful girls!
Darbanella says
I just got laid off. If I win I'll be redecorating my kitchen around this gorgeous mixer.
adek says
will be trying to find an awesome job!
Michelle says
Spending time on the verandah. Cool drinks, home made ice-cream and lazy reading!
kjmmn25 says
Trying to stay cool and biking around town.
Betsy says
We are sharing graduation activities with one grandson from high school and a granddaughter graduating from Notre Dame then on to wedding parties and up coming wedding in August for the granddaughter. The new mixer would be great for all my upcoming cooking and baking projects.My Kitchenaid mixer is at last 40 years old!!
khark says
My goal for this summer is to try new greens - any new greens I can get my hands on! I refuse to say no to something new!
Anna says
work, ride my horse and look for a job!
Jenfreygrl says
Spend time away with my husband at one of our favorite wineries that is having the grand opening to their new inn!!! 2nd night away in 3+ years!! (kids, anyone?!?!)...
Chima Nwanna says
Take summer classes
Danielle says
Working a lot but in my off time I'll be reconnecting with my brother who has been in China all year teaching. Also hopefully cooking/baking up a storm with this amazing mixer that I've always wanted in a beautiful colour I just love!
Ariel says
Enjoy the sunshine and help my best friend plan her wedding!
Whitney rector says
Spending as much time with my kids before they leave out if state for college . I do not look forward to empty nesting. :(
Ruta says
Visitong new places and learning new things.
Tiffiana says
Spend time with my sexy husband. And make some cookies with my new mixer. ;)
Laurengockley says
One word...watermelon
Natasha Montero says
Hiya!
The Galley Gourmet says
Whoa-- that might be the purtiest thing I ever saw! More homemade marshmallows and ice cream sandwiches on the summer to do list with that beauty.
Nkmontero14 says
Im getting married this summer of L.OV.E!
Anasantosha says
I will be moving into a tiny little house next to a river in the middle of nature and living on my own for the first time ever. I will be single again after 32 years of marriage and family life with two beautiful sons. I will also have a garden for the first time and I'm looking forward to planting lots of flowers and growing some vegetables and herbs. And in the midst of all these big changes, exciting and scary in turns, I will also manage to figure out where in my tiny kitchen I will keep that gorgeous ice-blue Kitchen Aid mixer I've always dreamed of.
Brea Jeter says
Going on a trip to San Francisco by myself.
Mel says
work, visit my niece and prepare for a fall trip through italy!
Pauline A says
Bake and eat everything
from maggiesfarm says
How cool that you don't have to scroll through 1000 comments to add your own--thank you!
I plan to be a total slug this summer. I may make it to the pool. Once.
Jennifer says
Travel Europe and refuel my soul with friendships, laughter, and good food, of course!
Angelme59 says
Moving, starting a new job, and starting a new relationship :) :) :)
sandra says
this summer i plan to go camping and hiking!
Iceshatter says
learning to mix all the cocktails I love!
Casey McCabe says
I am going on a 10 day vacation to San Francisco for our anniversary and our birthdays.
yehiii says
visit my grandparents in korea!!
pearl jones says
layin out by the pool. earnin monies for school.
chubycookie says
Love isn't just about loving a partner, but also about loving your friends and family. This summer I want to revamp myself. I want to improve myself as a friend, a daughter, and a sister. To say sorry to those I have offended and ask to be forgiven. To rebuild the broken relationship with my father, who I have neglected and disrespected. And most of all, to love the people around me unconditionally, looking past their mistakes and focusing how supportive they are for me. Love is also about loving myself. To put away the self-consciousness, the feeling that I'm not good enough.
These are harder said than done, but baby steps will eventually get me there. May this summer be a new chapter in my life.
Maria says
Road trip to the Rockies
Allison says
Directing a summer exchange program with a group of Belgians!
Greenk8ty says
Pursue my dream of getting into graduate school!
Jen says
making LOTS of cupcakes and other goodies for all of the lacrosse tournaments our daughter will be playing in this summer. She's a goalie and goalie's rock! :)
Leann says
I am going to keep chipping away at nursing school and migrate back to the Mitten every now and then for some family time.
Hellokitkat04843 says
Spending time with family and attending the wedding of my daughter's best friend
Bexxhamilton says
Bask in the pool until I give birth come August!
Shanda Shick says
Lots of camping, beach trips, and hopefully baking up lots of yummy goodies with my kids .... with a Kitchenaid mixer, of course :)
couponshanda (at) yahoo (dot) com
Nicole says
Going to some traveling to try different cuisines! Already went to Charleston, SC which was a completely different and delicious experience to my west coast mind and belly.
Vicky Leung says
Short trips here and there and just relaxing in between and enjoying the nice weather
Rmdatnk says
I am cooking low fat, locally grown, organic grains and veggies. Yum
Rubyryderattire says
Spending time w my kiddies making lots of memories!!
Jen says
This summer I will make popsicles in every color of the rainbow :-)
Kcbuckeye says
Enjoying summer with my son before he heads to kindergarten in August... And maybe reprinting the kitchen if I'm lucky to win the beautiful blue stand mixer!
emilyhanhan says
A summer of love is made for beach weekends.
Audrey_chua says
Spending quality time with my boy before going back to work. And try new dishes. Love your site, keep it handy whenever I need to get cooking inspiration!
Monica says
Keep my garden alive long enough to harvest some veggies!!
Robert says
Do some soul searching and take stock of where I am versus where I want to be.
Morgan says
Flying back to my home town with my daughter to get a FIVE generation picture!
Brittdunn88 says
Plan my wedding and my best friends wedding! and go to camp as a counselor for 100 junior high kids! CANT WAIT!!!! (getting some baking in would be nice with a new kitchen aid too!)
Kristin K. says
Going to Cedar Point! And making things with the new mixer you're going to give me! ;)
Rachel S Shur says
Warming my new apartment in Brooklyn with delicious baded goodies!
jerkstore11 says
Grilling, beer drinking, and getting waaaay too sunburnt again.
Lifeissweet says
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Lionel9x says
Hi, I'm really grateful that I've got a chance to enter this contest, how generous of you :)
For the question, I think I will try to bake every occasion possible, I'm trying to be a pastry chef in the future and your stand mixer would help me a lot. Thanks. :)
Pdobrenov says
I will spend the time making my hungarian grandmothers 200 year old cake recipes with my two boys. Our 'kitchen' time together is priceless, we bond with each other this way. I want my boys to know that it is important to cook and share laughs with family and friends over good food. Not enough fathers spend quality time with their kids.
Peter Dobrenov
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Megan J says
anxiously waiting for my first "real"job :) Teaching in the fall!
Emily Grace says
Hopefully reading and dancing a lot!
Lauren says
Spending time with my brand new husband and brand new puppy!!
Kcresta68 says
Spending time with my family and starting a new job.
Nessia says
either quitting this job, and find a better one *finger crossed* or going to enroll to culinary school
PSTGK says
I'm taking the summer off from school to spend some much needed time with my kids and husband.
Tricia J. says
For this summer of love I will be adjusting to working full-time as opposed to the part-time status I was enjoying, and trying to enjoy some time with my teens - if there is even such a thing as alone time with a teenager. Be that as it may, I welcome what and wherever this summer takes me!! :)
Amy A says
I am spending summer with my family hanging out, relaxing, and going to the beach!!!
Kait Payne says
I am going to fly across the country with my love to backpack our way around Crater Lake in Oregon with two of my very best friends. And in just two short weeks, too!!
Koekjegirl says
I'm going to spend this summer of love... Falling in love. I met the most wonderful man 5 months ago, and I bet we're married before the year is out!
H.R.M says
Walking, Yoga, Reading,Baking and cleaning out my Grandmother's house cool blog!
Elizabeth Stephan says
Going to Seattle to help take care of my grandma who had a stroke several months ago and staying there until my cousin's wedding in September. Then I get to drive back to sunny California just in time for my birthday.
hMpipe says
Working at a pregnancy center for women, traveling to central America for a mission trip, and moving to New Orleans, Louisiana!
Ann says
I'm starting a new job at a new summer camp as a camp assistant instead of a camp counselor. after four years of stress and being underpaid, i'm starting over somewhere new.... and i'm completing a 365 day what-did-you-cook/bake challenge! :)
Shifa says
Summer..relax..work on cooling your mind..patience :)
Sarah Yeoh Sui Leng says
I will be working on a book of family recipes including my own. It is for a dear friend who is like a sister to me..
Alyssa says
Spend as much time with my family and boyfriend, enjoying the beautiful weather and taking full advantage of the outdoor activities we have to do in VT!
Savannah says
This summer of love, I'm going to VISIT my love! And hopefully bring many lovely tasty goodies with me (last time it was macarons!)
Staci Hudy says
Job searching!
Lkfatland says
I am going to continue falling in love with Southeast Asia and the man I met here!
Ashea says
Studying for my big test.
j3nn says
I'm going to be setting up the kitchen in our new house that we just moved into a few weeks ago. Can't wait!!!
This blue mixer is drop dead gorgeous!! OMG. Love it.
Corbie says
the hubby and i just moved to the coast this spring so our summer days will be filled with discovering all the places to see, cooking up batches of fresh seafood and buying horrendous amounts of fresh fruit tk make cupcakes with :-D
Jen says
Making sure mother earth and my family and friends know how much I love them, by spending as much time as possible with them, outside.
Cecelia Gonzales Pulido says
This summer I'll be doing an interior makeover for every room in my house!
Tif says
work less and play more with my friends and bf!
Katherine says
Working my new job, visiting friends and family "back home," and looking for the perfect house to buy... the one that will look even better with this mixer in the kitchen!!
Joanne90 says
Hopefully survive summer quarter in college, with a touch of baking when time permits!
Lauren Stiteler says
I'll be spending most of my summer riding my new bike! I haven't rode a bike since I was a kid and just bought one this week.
Maureen says
Interning as an aquarist at the Long Beach aquarium (which you all should visit!) and being able to scuba dive in the tanks!
Cara says
I'm spending my summer loving my adorable doggy! The sweetest golden retriever, who enthusiastically eats anything offered to her (but has a special taste for watermelon!)!
Ramseycookie says
Summer day camp for the kids, hanging out at the pool, 4th of July party, weekend trips on get aways for fun at amusement parks, baseball games, visiting family, and a summer wrap up with a week long trip up to Maine...Ahhh it doesn't get any better then that.
Shawalls says
Soak up the Hawaiian sun before moving to Boston
Kris Mullen says
I'm going to spend a few weekends camping!
Allison Skinner says
Cooking, practicing my green thumb, and spending quality time with my wonderful boyfriend.
Molly Carroll says
Working lots, getting married and searching for an apartment. :)
KMN says
Beach time with my husband and our two girls.
Emré Deveci says
I am going back home to Turkey for good after staying in the USA for 6 years. I can't wait to have a great time with my famiy!
Lolo02_ says
Submit my thesis, get my masters, go to Greece for fun and for a conference and spend lots of time cooking with fresh, seasonal ingredients!
Trudie says
Lots of time at the beach, lots of kids sports, and lots of reading and relaxing!
luvsfood says
Having adventures in cooking as I will have time for a change. Lemon mousse is up first.
Melissa says
I will be doing a lot of house projects (painting, mostly) and prepping to go back to school after a 10-year hiatus.
foodforthebees AT gmail.com
Kate says
I'm going to take a road trip to Oregon, go hiking, and plan an epic two-month journey around the US with my husband.
Tara P. says
Work work work.. but hopefully getting in some fun activities with the family in between :)
Sarahstuder says
Get as much sun as the Seattle summer will allow!
Pisces_t2h says
I think i will enjoy holiday w my love, try and test a lot of recipes. :-) and master the puff patry! :))
Xanthippe Schwartz says
Support this area's (central California coastal region) small farms by partaking of the copious bounty at our local farmers' markets.
Alison Mutter says
Try to stay cool.
Jessica Bush says
I am going to go to Disney World for a week with my boyfriend. :)
missysha says
I live in Washington and I will sun every one of the four days of sunshine :)
randomentry33 says
Sailing, biking and picnics. Also known as enjoying the outdoors!
Kylie says
Cook and bake up a storm for the love of my life.
Marla says
I am going to love, love, and love some more! Love my babies, love the weather (rain or shine), love the present. But I'm also loving the future too; we are going strawberry picking tomorrow with great friends. This is what my summer is all about. Lying low, going with the flow.. Wait- what year is it, 1969?!? Eh, no matter. It's summer...
Rachel says
This is the summer of me before a milestone birthday this winter. I am getting into shape, getting rid of all the extra stuff I have accumulated over the years (actual stuff and mental stuff) and training my kitties how to use a human toilet. I'm tired of dealing with a litter box. ha :) The ice blue color of the mixer is wonderful and matches the new sofa I just bought. (For all my mixing endeavors that will happen in the living room...) Happy summer of love to you!
Marki says
Hang out with my family, eating and sleeping under the stars.
Tarynkelly says
summer of love: i'm actually trying to re-discover the single life, being newly single myself. that doesn't stop me from visiting slash loving tastespotting tho and checking out recipes on the daily. yeah i cook for myself when no one's looking, and then peeps at work are jealous of my lunches. it's all good. summer of love, baby!
Kerrye says
I'm helping my daughter move so she can start her first year of university.. . So I'll be very sad and having a bit of that "empty nest" thing happening.
Casey T says
I am going to DIsneyWorld!
Pereza says
I'm moving to a new city and starting a job as a brand new nurse!
Roan M says
Less work more play! Beach, BBQs, camping trips, all with the people I love! :D
Sarah Lafo Rose says
Packing up the kids and hitting the beach as much as we can!
Carmen says
Spending time with my husband and little girl - watching her explore the world now that she's old enough to go places (quickly!)
Jessica Iser says
i'll be taking many, many trips to see my boyfriend!
Katherine says
Drive-in movies, concerts, beach, spending time with family..
Mccarthyeden says
My boyfriend and I are renovating our new home.
Leahweinberg says
I am going to be a bridesmaid at a good friends wedding :)
Sarah says
Working and going to two of my friend's weddings.
Yiannab says
Heading to North Carolina to spend a week on the beach!
Elizabeth Eklund says
Finishing my first semester at nursing school
Laney says
i will be making sandwiches for money and spending 100% of the rest of the time i have with the boy who makes me so happy :)
Aimee says
Vacation, vacation, vacation and hopefully skydiving.
Vista Miller says
Playing with my boys
Shelly T. says
We are enjoying the beautiful weather and being outside.
carlsberg_lettuce says
I am marring my best friend.
NikRansom says
Travel to the Outer Banks and San Francisco with the family and look into a new career path. One that involves making a difference.
Anna Goldberg says
Oh so many things to do and so little time. I can't believe it's already the end of June! I need to strip the paint off of all my window frames, sand them down and paint them (right now they sport 80 years of chipping/peeling paint layers). I need to make 150 jars of jam for favors for a friend's wedding. I need to survive the insane 50 mile bike ride I signed up for to raise money for MS. I need to NOT get 2nd degree sunburn....and somehow get rid of the farmers tan and capri tan I've already got going on. I need to bake my way through my growing list of recipes pulled from magazines, dogeared from books, and bookmarked from blogs (like this one ;) ). I need to make it to at least one of the movies in the park that the city of Chicago still sponsors. I need to finally finish the 4 quilts I'm working on for Downy's quilts for kids, and somehow finish the one t-shirt quilt I've started for myself. I need to find time to enjoy several bottles of chilled wine with friends on the patio (preferably spread over several nights). My this is turning into quite a todo list....and July is almost here! Sigh. Anyways, my poor silver kitchenaid that my friends all pitched in and got me for my housewarming is on it's last leg. The poor thing wobbles all over the counter trying to jump off and a new one would be just lovely, so I'll be keeping my fingers crossed.....which will make it awefully hard to cross things off of my todo list ;)
Picassocat4 says
I am making it the summer of loving myself doing all things that to improve me, my quality of life so I can be a greater person for those I love!
Amelia says
Helping my son decide what colleges to apply to in the fall.
Jubes says
Lots of camping and swimming in the pool!
Annie Bakopoulos says
This summer of love, I will waste no time. I will cherish every moment possible spent with loved ones and friends. I will worry less and smile more.
Bewholesome says
Start a bakery! This mixer would help since I've used and abused mine =(
Hmorozov says
Spending time with grandchildren and hopefully making some clothes for them too
Katie says
Hopefully I'll be able to travel a bit and see some of my extended family. My cousin is a caterer and we're planning on trying to perfect my pizza dough recipe together.
Kyle says
I'm looking to buy a house with my love. And a new mixer would be amazing in it!
Lenalewey says
Starting over...spending great time with my siblings, nieces, nephews, father...remembering and treasuring my Mum and her wonderful spirit and cooking with her...finding someone to love
Kat P says
Heading to Bali with my friends on our first out-of-the-country getaway :)
Carter84 says
Working in the ER, summer weddings, the drive-in, enjoying this new city!!
Fish Wong says
my love one propose to me at Bali, and we enjoying the wind blowing at the beach.
Amberdoan75 says
I am going on a much needed vacation to Destin Florida with my family to celebrate
my son and step-daughter graduating from high school. My husband and I just got
married in November so this is our first official family vacation.
CatChenkus says
Moving in a week, which we all know is the worst, so everything after that is relaxing! Love the color, hope I win!! : )
Allison says
I'll be spending my summer cooking and discovering a lot of new recipes as well as preparing for my last year of college!
Samuel Lau says
Listening to Pet Sounds exclusively
Etoms says
Going on my honeymoon! And spending the summer learning to bake...
Christine says
Spend time with my family (and extended family) for the first time in over two years. Shop at the farmers' markets and cook yummy food with my partner. Take long walks to the park with my dog. Eat, drink and be merry with my friends.
Kyla Steinmeyer says
I''m going to make lots of new salad recipes by stealing produce from my mom's garden :)
julia says
beach, beach, beach!
El and the Random Hedgehog says
I am going to kiss my husband. I will frolic somewhere - even if it's just my backyard and I'm watering the veggies. I am teaching fitness classes for others and taking yoga classes for me. I will play with my dogs and admire their funny napping habits. I might bake some bread and try a new recipe now that I've cracked the code on bread-making. I will bring my mom some of the lemon ice cream I made that she loves especially since I promised I won't eat all of it before she ges some. Basically, the usual stuff. Just with the joy of summer, long sunny days (or, well, the ones we get here in rainy Pittsburgh), warm sultry nights and flip flops thrown in. 'Cause life is better with flip flops on your feet.
Feureau says
This summer of Love, I'm going to take some summer classes and hopefully, finally, get my dream of opening a bakery realized. *crosses finger*
Eliza Adam says
go to Grand Canyon with family!
Alejandra says
Taking some time off to spend with my family, cooking and baking and generally just enjoying life :)
Lizzyliles says
This summer of love I will tour with my band across the usa and try as many new restaurants as I can!
Cait says
baking, running, and yeah, I guess working a bit!
Abbie Steiner says
I am growing a beautiful garden and sharing its bounty with everyone that I love.
Robin Trahan says
Im getting my cheesecake business up and going. Best cheesecakes ever, I guarantee, I will absolutely send you one. Ah! the joy I get from baking , I love it!
laz says
Having lots of dinner parties.
antevorta says
Taking care of pre-mature babies in the intensive care unit and getting married!
lace says
I'm going to spend as much time in the hammock with my nieces playing the "cloud" game (where you guess shapes in the clouds)
Kirsten Delay says
excavating an archaeological site in Pueru!
Michelle says
dream of kitchenaid stand mixers!
Sarah says
learn how to build a business and re-fall in love with my career. <3
Lposey1990 says
This summer I am fighting and praying to win my battle against cancer (Melanoma) and spending time with my family and friends!
shayna says
Spent with my family and boyfriend cooking; waiting for my technician license. (:
christine says
I will be working at a thrift store while trying to find my first teaching job.
allana says
this summer I am going to love some sun, patios, friends, free time, cottages, ice cream and bodies of water because I'm starting my PhD in September and things are gonna get a whole lot crazier (errr... I mean interesting? Scholarly?)
C Clarstrom says
I will enjoy spending time with my two young boys and my most loving husband. As always we will make the most of the life we have and enjoy the present.
Robert-Christian Sanchez says
This summer of love, I'll be spending as much time with my best friend. :)
Patricia Wojnar Crowley says
We're taking a trip to Washington DC...can't wait!
inga says
Work, sleep, cook, eat, beach, bike, read, laugh.
Kathykal says
Vacation on the islands of Croatia. Then come home and make all of the recipes I've learned while there with my Beautiful Blue Kitchenaid Stand Mixer!
Erin Badough says
eat less frosting and more brownies. and find ways to make them really fudgey... and maybe given in and buy an ice cream maker.
Rday2010 says
Learning a new recipe every week to try and make for my loving family!
Marjorie says
I learned to love cooking with my mother, and in the 1950's she was something. I once asked her how and why she learned to be such a great cook.Marjorie E. Johnston (nee smith) told her daughter (moi) that she loved to eat, so she had to learn to do it well. She did, she got Gourmet magazine every month from the time it came out until she died. I went through one dresser full of recipes, and I still have one box to read. It has been 30+ years since she slipped away. What a gift she gave me, I shared that gift with my future husband, my kids and lots of friends. I learnt to enjoy reading those magazines. I still purchase far more then I should. Every chance I get, I look for good ideas, recipes, and yes even decorating I apologize. BUT, weather it is a feast for the taste buds, or the eye however i dine...I want to do it in style. I have for a long time craved a Kitchen Aid mixer, and blue is my favorite color. You know your gift will be appreciated, A LOT, thank you.
Happy cooking always, and best wishes with your own new machine. Your site is assume.
-K-敬☆ says
Aw, thanks for hosting this amazing giveaway!
This summer I am pursuing my dreams of becoming a graphic designer. Hopefully I chose to follow the right path, but I guess time will tell!
Ima Wurdibitsch says
Ah, this summer of love I will be living and loving my life to the very best of my abilities! If there is someone by my side, that will be great. If not, that will also be great.
ahnoi says
Its always summer all around in singapore!!
But during this period, it's gonna be the fasting month prior to the coming big Eid fest,
so definitely lotsa special family dinners (cos we get to break our fast during dinner,we make it count by making everydinner special :D), lotsa baking & prepping of the house for the festival with the nieces , nephew & family.
The streets will be dressed with pretty lights, apartments , albeit small in singapore, of those celebrating will be drenched with colorful lively fairy lights wired into pretty shapes .
Ouh i love this time of the year!!!!
Khutsko says
I am moving in with my best friend from college!
Joanne Quinn says
Enjoying some free time before resuming grad school classes in the fall...this will include a trip to Bar Harbour, some long weekends in OCNJ & lots of trips to my local library for reading material I won't have to write a paper on, including cookbooks!!
Sydnay says
puppy time!!
Wmamax3 says
my kids are home all summer...I'll will be trying to keep as much hair on my head as possible!!
h_anne says
Working on plans for my wedding in December and working! Super excited to be getting married :)
lettuce_help_you says
Spend time with my family and friends and live in the moment.
Marilene Bussiere says
Actually, my boyfriend and I just bought a beautiful home and we will be renovating and making sure we transform our new home into home sweet home!
Monica Schmidt says
This summer of love, I will be using my new KitchenAid Stand Mixer (in Ice Blue) to celebrate Strawberry Cake Day on July 16th. Every year my boyfriend and I have been dating, I make some type of strawberry/cake deliciousness on July 16th.. not quite sure how that specific date came about, but it works for us :) Unfortunately, this summer we are spending halfway across the country from each other. I still plan on celebrating!
jf says
Working to pay off college tuition!
Marisa Leigh says
Visiting my cousins in Denver - first time in 2 years we will see them :)
katie s. says
Enjoy some time painting and taking a break from school! I need to relax and not stress so much.
Jkoroscil says
Watching my sweet daughter marvel at birds in the sky and dew drops in the garden.
Siri says
Catch up with my reading + cook, eat, blog! :-)
Nicole says
Divorcing my friend and falling in love with myself
Withinthekitchen- Ceecee says
Make cookies with my new kitchen aid!
Staticresponder says
I'm working my booty off in grad school . . . and I LOVE what I do!
j_dreez says
spending lots of time at the farmer's market and in my kitchen loving the smells and tastes of summer!
Carrie Allton says
That ice blue looks delicious! This summer of love I am taking my family to San Diego for a week of fun and relaxation. Can't wait!
Janieceg333 says
I love teaching so I will be working at our school's summer camp.
Matthew M says
traveling to mexico city to experience the culinary and cultural traditions.
Katya Mickelson says
I have big plans for this summer.
1. I
am going to open a farmer’s market stand for gluten-free baking. My first
fledgling step toward doing what I want to with my life! I couldn’t be happier,
or more scared…
2. Being
there for my fiancée as he goes through a hard time. He is always wonderful to
me. I hope I can be equally wonderful to him.
AllieB says
I will trying to find a job, and when I'm not doing that, cooling off and drinking a Lone Star beer in one of Austin's many watering holes.
alishmika says
I'm spending it relaxing with my family and simply trying to get my health back after being epileptic throughout my teens before my last year of university.
MomoChris says
I am fortunate enough to be the babysitter for my brand new grandson who was born 2 months pre-maturely and who continues to grow and thrive. Additionally, I will be assisting my in-laws with their final move of their lifetime: to assistive living. It is a very emotional summer for those I love so I am hoping to remain strong and (when there is a free moment) bake them yummy treats so share together. Life seems to be showing us it's full circle!
Keshiacarswell says
Beach it up, yoga, and eat ALL the things!
Lauren Koch says
Going to school, enjoying the sun, visiting new york.
Tawhite12 says
climbing lots of mountains
ErinS says
I am finishing up my thesis and getting my Master's degree.
mhemani1 says
working on cancer projects and falling deeply in love with a future doctor!
Ardala Evans says
This summer of love, my love is taking me to Catalina Island to celebrate my 50th birthday.
nancy s says
I am spending it with the loves of my life, my hubby and 2 kidlets & our doggie :)
Sauvageblue says
Cook, bake, garden & can to my hearts content....
Kim Bee says
I'm driving my son across the country to school. What better way to send him off than drive him.
Jacqueline says
Love as much as I can on my family. I cherish so much these special summer months when we get to be together!
Kristina says
I'm going to pick lots of berries and make lots of jam (and jam filled goodies) so in the winter, I can have a little taste of summer.
Liana says
going to grad school to learn about becoming a teacher! and day dreaming in class about the things I could make with a lovely ice blue kitchenaid.
Ellyseschultz says
Making 150 tiny jars of raspberry jam for my wedding in September!
Skbrand says
Gettin tan bro!
Nanjoomail says
baking...maybe?
Cathy says
This summer I am hoping to knit at least 20 little hats to donate to the local hospital for those wee babies that enter this world way too early. I am running again in hopes to improve my health ... oh and so I can look half decent in a new dress for my daughters wedding next June ;)
I Wash You Dry says
I am moving my family to a bigger house this hot hot summer. But we are excited about the change and especially the new kitchen. This would be an awesome addition to the new place! Thanks for this fun little giveaway!
Jocwoods says
Road trip through Wisconsin. Beer and cheese!
Megan says
I will be working and hopefully going on a few hikes with my husband and our new dog. And experimenting with making different flavors for my home made ice cream!
Maria says
I will make lots of goodies to my dear ones!
Cyndy says
I'm going to eat an avocado every day!
Matt Terrell says
I will love people for who they are, and not what the relationship says about me.
Katie says
I'm without a job waiting for the fall semester to start in Chico. A mixer would certianly help chase the boredom away ;)
Eileen_Agosto says
Spending time with my family. Running, cooking and relaxing
Hyosun Ro says
Road trips, cooking fresh ingredients, spend more fun time with the family...
Charlene says
I am going to tap into my creative side and attempt to make sushi diaper cakes for my four friends who are all expecting little boys in August :)...
Za_al4ouk says
just finished high school. taking classes at a local junior college, keeping up with my diet, and looking for new recipe to cook and bake for my hubby =). and baking for my church, family, and husband
Nicola says
Moving over to Hawaii all the way from Hong Kong! And of course, baking a lot!
Bhumika Talsania says
Make some yummy ice cream with my new ice cream maker! :)
Florence Shih says
I will be chasing my two kids around..or they will be chasing me
Cmfaivre says
Taking some well-deserved time off after a pretty tough year.
Juliz127 says
Going to the amazon rainforest!
Natalie says
Making tons of horchata!
Esteretse says
drawing caravaggio-esque portraits of dogs to decorate a doggy daycare center
Rssimpson says
Spending time with my wonderful loving husband and two sweet daughters.
Celeste says
moving into my first home!
Rhoda Sollazzo says
Enjoying the summer festivals!
Meg F. says
I am working on finishing my second degree and planning my wedding for next summer.
Lsheng says
I'm taking my family to Vegas!!!
Swzutler says
Going to Paris!
Ella says
I'm going to move into my new (rental) house this Summer, and this Kitchenaid mixer is exactly what it needs! It also just so happens to be my favorite color of all time and the exact color I would have chosen myself if I could afford one! :) You're awesome for giving this away.
Rose79joseph says
Sorbet, icecreams with beautiful stone fruits available in the markets.
Batoolh says
Try as many tastespotting dessert recipes as I can keeping in mind the availability of fresh produce.
mcabaj says
spending as much time outside as we can with little ones before it starts to snow again :)
chris f says
I'm going to the beach!
Connie Zhou says
bake cakes for everyones birthday and launch my online bakery business :)
Nautica says
hopefully getting my life together ;( after 27 years of life so far everything was going pretty well til up to roughly about 3 years ago. Some really unfortunate events happened one after another. Brings back bad memories just typing this.
Jane Ko says
Working on my food blog!
Christina says
I'm going to finally start my own food blog
Xenia Saldana says
Planning my wedding :)
Unchokei says
This is probably my last summer holiday! Gonna do whatever I want to do, bake, cook, learn music and meet my friends!
demaderios says
I am going to give the best cook I know and the love of my life this blender of awesomeness!
Joyce says
Training for a half marathon!
Veragently says
I am preparing to move to a different state!
tat says
I am helping my sister move out and getting my first summer job .
Oddperson6192 says
Read all the books I have been meaning to read, and organize all my recipes into something that is not the mess it is.
Monika S. says
Working hard because of the trip in autumn to Italy!
jiewonb says
Falling deeper in love with my favorite city
Janispearl57 says
Visiting my mom for her "piano key" birthday (88).
Linda says
SpEnding the summer between Austin and the San Francisco Bay Area.
Charyse says
Relaxing and not thinking about school until M2 year starts in August!
Shea D says
Juggling school, work, and clinicals while trying to still have a life.
Stephanie Chan says
I will be travelling to Thailand and Malaysia and can't wait to eat all the street food while i'm there!
variant says
Aestivate.
Gcpappas says
Going to Greece for 10 days... Where the water is sometimes as blue as that beautiful kitchen aid mixer.... That I desperately need!
TheNicole says
Camping!!! Fishing!!! Plenty of roasting marshmallows and slapping mosquitos!!
PJ Phillips says
Getting ready for my son's wedding and loving every minute of it..
Oh Sakim says
This summer, I'm going to New York!
Kendra Hanson says
I am working my butt off and taking a nice (and much needed) vacation in NM!
Elaine Chang says
I'm learning how to bake macarons!
[email protected] in disguise says
I am going on a road trip with my husband and kids to explore the country
Eva says
I plan to move out and begin new.
Paige says
Moving across the country to start a new culinary infused life with my boyfriend
xoxo
Harry Richards says
Work hard on the turn our fixer-uper into a dream home for my family, gather friends for good food, good drinks and fine company and enjoy every possible moment watching my kids develop into amazing people!
Jennifer P. says
This summer of love, I'll be welcoming my new nephew to the world!
Deanna says
I will be spending time with my husband who is my favorite person in the whole world...and hopefully moving from our apartment into a house if all goes well!!
Serena Kim says
no plans yet ^^ just take one day at a time =]
sri says
i enjoy it with loads of ice creams and palying with my kiddo!
Sara says
working for my parents and cooking lots of delicious food!
Mary Beth Hunt says
Sitting on the deck of our house by the lake, drinking a Vodka Tonic with Lime and enjoying the fruits of my labor. :)
Lindsay Pericich says
Im working like a crazy person and then going to Canada for vacation with my two loves: my boyfriend and my corgi :)
Donna Preston says
We are having a friend visit, so we plan to take her to all the fun places So. Cal. has to offer.
Loopymunky says
Beach and BBQ!
Tinna Chung says
gonna try to make guava filled pop tarts from scratch. :D
Lisa Johnson says
Win an Ice Blue KitchenAid Stand Mixer??!! : )
Val says
I am starting an online magazine! Shameless plug : http://www.bonbonbreak.com
Ellie Jessup says
Planting a garden & helping it grow with the love of my life in our first apartment together! Also snuggling our dog, Zeke, and working my tail off to make ends meet!
Lydia Scharon Sanders says
bake, bake, bake! (oh and maybe some canning too!)
Ryan K says
Butchering, pickling, jam making, fishing & eating berries when I can.
Jamie says
I am celebrating 25 years of marriage to my soul mate.
Jason says
I'll be graduating from college! Cant wait to start my career as a baker once I win this stand mixer! :-)
Emily Koonse says
Teaching some classes and taking some classes - yay Summer School!
Jennifer Kannarr Marsaw says
I am trying to learn how to bake Gluten Free more for my hubby
Trixy says
I'm going to fall in love with someone or something
the_gluttongut_diary says
Eternal summer here where I live, tis the season for baking, sharing the goodies and spreading the joy!! Hopefully, in the celebration of summer, to find a place in my heart to forgive the wrong which has been done....
Jeanne Griffin says
I'm going to be planning and gathering recipes to open my own bakery!
tal spiegel says
im going to try and get a scholarship for a pastry program in france
malina syvoravong says
What am I going to do this summer of love? I hope to stop moping over guys that I'll never have or stop thinking that I'll never be with someone. I'm going to try to be more optimistic this summer or just enjoy being single (there's nothing wrong with that!).
Caprica Joy says
School, work, clinical rotations, family, life... reading Tastespotting and finding great blogs like yours :)
Erin Han says
San Diego and Vegas with my girlfriends from college. Making the best of it before starting grad school this fall. :)
Lucy Hill says
I will go to my bestfriend, bake her the most delicious cake I could ever make and give her my forgiveness.
Ericarountree says
Enjoying my son who will be turning one year old and all his crazy antics! :D
Mandy says
Work, travel, hangout with friends, and summer school.
skippygrl says
baking baking baking - my love.
emily says
what a beautiful question! i am going to spend it cherishing every minute i have before i actually have to grow up.. one semester left of college, one last summer. making memories is my plan :)
Samira says
I'm going to pick lots of elderberries, plums and strawberries, and make lots of jam
Alexa says
Moving into a new home, making it nice and cosy and start new traditions there: BBQs, picnics and cook-offs with my friends
Emilydawnbrad says
spend quality time with my family!!!
Shreena says
Work, concerts, travelling, movie nights with my best friends (<3), playing with my little sisters, looking after both my dad and my granddad and helping with recovery after their respective operations and finally hopefully not being too much of a nuisance for mum! Basically hanging out with the people I love =]
Blurbxblurb says
learn more recipes to cook with my boyfriend
Rachel Heinze says
I'm planning on taking all the kiddos to museums and parks and all kinds of fun places that I never did as a kiddo myself.
Ms Mallori Ann says
studying for my MCAT and getting ready to apply to med school.
Hana Stolarikova says
Enjoy the sun, cooking outside and try to spend a quality time with my family, especially our 51/2 year twin girls who absorb everything they see and do like a sponge. I absolutely love and adore the way they see this world :)
HanaS
mel says
I'm planning on cooking delicious meals that lead to relaxing evenings on my balcony with good company.
Austina611 says
Garage sale, camp, shop garage sales for camping gear, camp again!
Devyani Sirur says
Moving into and setting up my first home with my husband. Home-owners at last...woohoo!!