YYou know I love making lists of happy things. One of my best blogging friends, Meg, has a family tradition I admire: every year her kids create a summer list of things they want to do. They write ideas—silly or serious—on a big poster board with boxes to check as they complete each item. It’s a playful way to dream and a visual reminder of summer plans.
This is a wonderful way to keep kids from getting bored and to make summer memorable.
You don’t need children to enjoy this idea. I’m making a summer list for myself. Life has been so busy lately that I barely have time to breathe, let alone play, so putting simple goals on paper helps me prioritize rest and fun.
Highlights from my list: playing with my son in the fountains, eating ice cream by the harbor, having a picnic, and taking the kids to the drive-in.
Having a list of small, meaningful activities gives me hope that it won’t be an all-work, no-play summer.
How about you? What do you want to do this summer?
Summer feels incomplete without a few vacations, even if they’re virtual. I have a few dreamy destinations in mind and I’ll be sharing them next week when The Inspired Room goes on a virtual road trip—relax and let me do the planning. It should be fun!
Inspiring Finds for Summer Bliss:
Here are a few helpful resources and ideas to spark your summer planning and keep life balanced:
A post on planning a staycation offers practical tips for creating fun, affordable family time at home.
If balancing a full life is a challenge, look for posts with practical, usable advice to help you stay steady while things are busy.
If a stack of good books sounds like your ideal summer, consider adding a handful of mysteries or cozy reads to your list for slow, satisfying afternoons.
I share new summer, decorating, and simple-living ideas each week on my Inspiring Finds tumblr. I love seeing your suggestions—leave comments or invite me to see what you’re up to!
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