The summer goes fast, at least it feels like it does. A week ago a friend said, "I can't believe the summer is almost over" I laughed and said, "It is still July so its not even halfway yet" Why does it seem like it goes so fast? Perhaps it is the school supplies that have taken over. Back to school sales are in every store and we have already purchased our backpacks. Of course, they have to get the school supplies out in July so that they will have room for Halloween in August and Christmas in October. They really push us along! Anyway, most of us still have half the summer left to enjoy time with our kids, go to the pool, and do some summer reading .
In about a month school will start and the scheduled bedtime must be adhered too, healthy meals and lunches must be made, and homework will have to be done... BUT not yet. Take some time to enjoy the calm before the storm. If you have had a crazy and busy summer try to free yourself up for a few days and relax. Do something fun and unexpected with the kids like make ice cream. Try to take advantage of the lack of schedule and have the kids watch a movie with popcorn in the middle of the week.
What goals have you set for yourself this summer. Did you plan on taking the kids to the library, go camping, hit a local amusement park, see a free movie, other fun activities or our "Cool Summer Activities" ideas. There is still time.
Maybe you can do something for yourself. You may not have as much time to yourself during the summer when the kids are home. Talk to a friend about swapping kids so you can each have a turn to get a pedicure. There is nothing like nice looking toes in the summer.
As crazy as the summer can get it is still more relaxed then the school schedule in the fall. Take advantage of this second month of summer. Don't throw in the towel and think its all over. We are only half way there.
