Happy 4th of July! Independence Day can be a time to be grateful and celebrate America’s birthday while reflecting on things we are proud of. Think about the things your family appreciates and values and have you done them yet this summer?
As the kids and parents get a quick break from the school year it’s time to reconnect and enjoy the time you have with your family. Maybe there are traditions in place or maybe it’s time to begin a new summer tradition. Summer can be a time to slow down and get to know your kids again.
Play on their level on the floor or take interest in what they are working on. Let them teach you something and be the expert. When you allow a little leadership and independence your kiddos’ confidence will grow immensely.
Here are a few summer bucket list ideas to get your family started:
Stargaze
Roast marshmallows
Go camping
BBQ
Beach or lake Day
Outdoor movie
Pool Day
Plant flowers or a garden
Go to the zoo
Fly a kite
Have a picnic
Go for a hike
Visit a library
Play in sprinkler or splash pad
Go on a nature treasure hunt
Make popsicles
Build a fort
Watch fireworks
Go to the ice cream shop
Have a dance party
Make music
Visit a national park
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Angie Rosenberg is a proud mama to Wynter and wife to Marc Rosenberg, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Music Therapist (MT-BC), and Health Mentor located in Encinitas, California. She empowers moms after having a baby to reconnect with themselves. She works with moms to rediscover their identity by focusing on personal goals, maintaining a healthy mindset, setting boundaries, listening and responding to the body’s signals, and balancing their newfound sense of purpose.
