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Schedules

6/19/2012

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Ahh summer time, the 10-11 weeks of no schedules.  I thought this summer I would love not having a set schedule and just really trying to enjoy the days together.  Part of it is happening.  Yes, we are loving summer, going to the pool and being with friends.  Although, I am finding myself getting frazzled without having a bit of a routine.  So, I am going to start one with the girls.  It won't be rigid but I can't handle too much free time and constant whining "we have nothing to do."

The kids have only been home two weeks now and already I am hearing "We are bored!"  Are you kidding me?  Next week my 7 year old will attend a day camp from 8-5pm.  I have to say I am secretly looking forward to her having a structured week.  Our kids are usually very good at entertaining themselves or each other when we are at home.  A few days ago they could not find anything to do.  I ran off a list of activities but to no avail.  They shot down each and every one.  I tried to tell them they should enjoy not having a busy, hectic scheudule.  No luck.  I tried to tell them enjoy being outside and the fresh air. Finally, side walk chalk and riding bikes won!!!

We used to love being outside when I was young.  We would stay out until dinner time or dark on some nights.  Kids seem different now.  Maybe it's just me or maybe mine are still too young.  I sure hope the rest of our summer is not boring for them lol.  I am going to make sure we have a great summer full of fun activities.  If not, I am signing up for full day camp.  For me, not them :-)

Rest is not idleness, and to lie sometimes on the grass on a summer day listening to the murmur of water, or watching the clouds float across the sky, is hardly a waste of time.  ~ John Lubbock

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