A little organization can lead to a lot of spontaneous fun when you are out and about on these beautiful summer days.  I don’t know about you, but whether it is preparing for the beach, a spectator event or a picnic, digging through the closet, kitchen and garage for the “essentials” can quickly deflate my sails!  Heaven forbid, the wine opener or sunscreen is left on the counter, right?

Streamlining a good time has been the secret to my sanity while wrangling two children under the age of two.  These are a few things that are living in the back of our car this summer as we pal around New England.  These beautiful days and evenings fly by way to fast.  Make life easy and soak them up!

1. 1. Collapsible Cooler
2. 1. Collapsible cooler
3. 2. Blankets – comfortable to lay on or bundle up in
4. 3. Cutting board
5. 4. SPF and Bug Spray
6. 5. Speaker
7. 6. Wet Wipes
8. 7. Utensils (bottle opener, cheese knife, forks, cups)
9. 8. Age appropriate lawn games (Simple is better: A ball or bubbles can bring so much fun)

Do you have more ideas?  Share what you love to keep close at hand for fun on the road!