Is this summer going to be like the last?

It’s easy to just grab someone else’s idea of what makes a good summer with our kids.

Borrow a little bit of curriculum here and a dash of downtime there, a whole bucketful of outdoor time here and a sprinkling of screens there.

Unfortunately though we need a better recipe for our family since we’re all a little picky about what’s a simple summer. The good news is instead of following someone else’s blueprint you can easily make your own with your family in mind.

Today I’m sharing 8 steps to creating a simple summer rhythm for your family. I hope you enjoy listening to the show below and sharing with your friends.

In the links below you’ll find some discussion questions to take away and talk with your spouse, partner, friends and family. It’s not until you talk about play that you find allies in your area and fellowship in numbers.

In the comments, share ONE thing you’re not doing this time as you create your simple summer rhythm

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In this episode::

The 8 steps to creating a simple summer rhythm

1^st  Dream and Imagine what type of summer you want

2^nd Using those dreams plan your summer with this in mind

3^rd  Get some inspiration to fill out the dream of summer and become more rooted in reality.

4^th   Don’t forget the little summer toppings and add ins that make a big impact

5^th   Prepare

6^th  Embrace a daily and weekly rhythm for the summer

7^th  Imagine your role as facilitator, connector, traveller, hands free, play leader, referee,, introducer, calmer and cheery smiling upbeat  dancer.

8^th  Make it so

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