Even though this summer has nothing "normal" about it, our children still long for a true summer break! When tensions are high and activities are limited, there are still opportunities to make memories and provide a calm haven in the midst of this storm of life all around us.
Every year we brainstorm our "summer bucket" lists. Some are the same year after year with new ideas sprinkled in. I'll share a compilation of all of our bucket lists (Sophie's is included on the white board with Japanese practice to the side) as well as a few other ideas that have made this season of summer special.
- Drive-in movie theater
- Bike to watch the dolphins (porpoises)
- Make sea glass pictures
- Smores with friends
- Go to the beach ALOT!
- Glazed Donuts
- Kona Ice Truck
- Summer reading through the library (best prizes!)
- Sunrise at Folly
- Zoo
- Beardcat at Sullivan's Island
- Try two "new to us" ice cream spots
- Dance in the rain
- Boat ride
- Farmers Market
- Make fruit smoothies
- Chalk entire driveway
- Blueberry Picking
- Mom & Dad take each girl on a date
- Supper from a food truck
(Waterproof cards given to us by friends!)
- Visit 2 National Parks
- Go to Tanger Outlets
- Visit 2 State Parks
- Breakfast on the beach
- Sandcastle contest
- Paddleboarding
We adopted the "Summer Basket" idea from Alicia Hutchinson a few years ago and it's been a fun addition to the start of summer. It's never too late to add a surprise!
The girls surprised us this year with our "parent summer basket" full of our favorite snacks, gum, air fresheners, and aloe lotion for all those beach days! They are the best!
