Summertime Serendipity

Summer is a time to take a break. Maybe from school, work, and just life's craziness in general. It's the time for vacations, pool parties, fun with friends, and crazy adventures. But for those average summer days when you don't really have any plans, but don't want to watch Netflix all day like you did the day before, I've made a little list of all the things I like to do on those potentially boring days.

1) Take a walk. Down a sidewalk, your driveway, a city street. You never know who or what you'll run into.

2) Visit somewhere you've never been before. Maybe it's a local bookstore or a park a few towns over, you just might find a new favorite hangout.

3) Paint a picture. That's right, break out the brushes and acrylics, go nuts on a canvas, a piece of paper, or maybe your bed room wall. You might shock yourself with what you create.

4) Tidy up. I know, cleaning, ugh. But it's a productive way to spend a few minutes and you might find those lucky socks you lost your freshman year.

5) Get crafty in the kitchen. Whether it's a new dessert, a summertime cocktail, or just using cookie cutters on your PB&J, it's a fun and yummy way to spice up a routine part of your day.

6) Try something new. That ice cream flavor you always wondered about but never ordered, a TV show everyone raves about, or maybe a new hairstyle like a four-way braid. Breaking out of your comfort zone can be exhilarating and rewarding.

7) Write a poem. I am no poet, that is no secret, but sometimes playing with words can unveil something, and who knows, maybe you are a poet but you just don't know it. (See what I did there)

8) Help somebody. Maybe you have a friend who's moving houses, you see someone struggling with their groceries, or maybe doing something nice for a family member. A little kindness goes a long way.

9) Click shuffle. Spice it up a little, I've found some of my favorite songs by shuffling my Pandora stations. And an impromptu dance party never hurt anyone either.

10) Make a new friend. A name and handshake can do wonders. Introduce yourself to the Starbucks barista, the person behind you at the grocery, or the new neighbors next door. You can never have too many friends, and even if it's just a friendly conversation and a wave goodbye, you could brighten someone else's whole day.


I hope you enjoyed my tips and suggestions. These are things I like to do when I'm having a bum day and need a little action. Have a happy, safe, and fun-filled summer! From my corner of the world to yours.