By: Contessa Drayton – Staff writer & Community Communications
Hello Summer! As we know this is the Warmest Season of the Year. The kids are out of school, by this time the entire house is ready for a break. There can be a lot of responsibilities placed on your shoulders when facing the journey of motherhood and life. As a mom, I understand at times it can be overwhelming to plan each day with a daily activity for you and your kiddos. This guide is for the Mama that may get overwhelmed with planning fun ideas for her, dad, and children. This creates an intentional visual to spark ideas that will foster meaningful memories with your loved ones.
As a person that enjoys Summer and framing my time, I’ve learned to stay motivated throughout the days, it’s important to plan my itinerary with no restriction to prevent getting overwhelmed. Planning more with bullet items versus each hour or having a list of three to-dos for the week, instead of 30 for my day it helps me to live with grace and not get overwhelmed or expect too much out of myself.
I believe with the tips shared below you can create your summer how you and kids want it to be. And what’s the secret sauce? Just a touch of intentionality.
Here are a Few Simple Ideas to Create Fun Memories During the Week: (Summer Family Guide)
Model a Skill” Monday:
- Learn how to manage allowance by saving and giving.
- Learn Self-Defense
- Free Writing and Journaling
- Learn Address and Emergency Numbers
- Learn to knit or crochet.
- DIY Origami
“Take a Day Trip” Tuesday:
- Scavenger Hunt
- Bowling
- Library
- Museum
- Park
- Local Zoo
“Wellness” Wednesday:
- Bike Rides in Neighborhood
- Zumba
- Kick Ball
- Frisby
- Jump Castles
- Fly Kites
“Thrive” Thursday:
- Random Act of Kindness
- Donate Toys or Old Clothes to Charity
- Help w/1-2 Chores at Home
- Volunteer at a Local Food Bank
“Freedom Fun” Friday:
- Family Day at the Beach
- Paint Arts and Crafts
- Bake Cookies or Other Baked Goods
- Movies at Home
Here’s to a Great Summer with you and your family, feel free to add to your personal interests that you all have together as a unit. I believe this tool is a jump start to building up your family portfolio to reflect upon for the years to come.
Contessa Drayton is a Woman of Faith, Devoted Wife, Mother, and Native of Charleston, South Carolina. She’s a self-published author, speaker, and Purpose+Mindset Coach. Her mission is to educate and counsel women of faith on how to unlock their mental limitations to pursue purpose. Visit www.contessadrayton.com or Email: info@contessadrayton for more information.