This summer we're trying to weave old-fashioned slowed-down summer joys into our normally fast-paced schedule in our attempt to push the pause button of life and enjoy our kids to the fullest. Games of badminton and kickball, endless card games, bonfires at the beach under the stars, tide-pool exploration at low tide, lemonade and dinner on the deck, s'mores after sunset, family bike rides, picnics at the park, swimming at the river on hot days, hiking and geo-caching for treasures, fireworks on the Fourth, spending time with extended family members, sleeping in and having leisurely mornings - we're off to a good start but just beginning on our quest!
I made a bucket list of summer things to do and make to include life skills that I want to teach the kids. Still yet to do includes volunteering in a community effort, attending an outdoor concert, sleeping in the backyard, visit a few college campuses, play Frisbee Golf, and many other ideas. Last week, each of the kids made a component of the dinner meal with great success.
Any ideas for some summer pleasures we can't miss?
Here's what we have been eating...
and what we've been doing...
