Volume 5: Issue 7: July 2026
“Deep summer is when laziness finds respectability” – Sam Keen
Lazy Days of Summer
We are in the lazy days of summer. Summer days include beach time, pool time, barbeques, outdoor activities, and lazing around.
Sandals
An essential item in your summer wardrobe is a pair of sandals. A sandal is a shoe with a sole strapped to the foot. This type of footwear is perfect for summer to help keep your feet cool, and it is also easy to slip on and off. Some sandals are not meant for long-distance walking. Although I’ve seen people hike in sandals, I wouldn’t wear them for long walks, sightseeing, etc.
The links below will provide you with sandal recommendations for all types of summer activities.
From The Guardian: ‘Ideal for long days on your feet’: the 30 best summer sandals for men and women
From Esquire: The 15 Best Sandals for Men to Wear This Summer
From The New York Times:
Sandal Season Is Coming. Here Are Our Picks.
From The Strategist: 29 Tips to Find Your Summer Sandals
From Yahoo: 7 most comfortable sandals for women in 2026, according to podiatrists and editors
From People: These Jennifer Aniston- and Katie Holmes-Worn Flip-Flops Are My Go-To Summer Shoes — and They Have Arch Support
From Marie Claire: Dakota Fanning Tests the Heeled Flip-Flops Trend With Elle Fanning’s Favorite Designer Pair
The Jelly Shoe
Jelly sandals and jelly shoes are both trendy summer shoes.
From E! DSW’s Semi-Annual Sale Has Jelly Sandals & Flip-Flops Deals for July 4th from $22
These Cushioned Jelly Flats Nearly Sold Out On Prime Day — And They’re Still On Sale If You’re Quick
From Vogue: Want in on the Jelly Sandal Trend? Shop These Stylish Pairs Before They Sell Out
Notes on Watching
To see lists of new, returning, and noteworthy movies and series, read: Notes on Watching
Events
Fourth of July in Boston:
Harborfest July 2- 4
Charles River Fireworks on July 4th
Celebrate 250 years in Boston
Tall ships in Boston July 11th
The World Cup will take place from Thursday, June 11 to Sunday, July 19, 2026. Keep in mind your city might be affected by an influx of fans. See the host city list.
From Time: Everything to Know About the Three World Cup Opening Ceremonies
From GBH: World Cup Boston
Lifestyle of a Fashionista 
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