End of Summer – The List

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With one last weekend left in August, I got to thinking about my end of the summer bucket-list. Now, I realize everyone’s different and not everyone can hit up the beach for bonfires and s’mores. However here are a few options just to get your mind racing.

 

1.  Find a pool, lake, river or lake…Florida friends, beware of the gators in the canals.

2.  Watch an old movie series…like Star Wars, Karate Kid or Rocky.

3.  Ice Cream or Frozen Yogurt…and get extra sprinkles, because you have to live it up now and then.

4.  Finish that book you started at the beginning of summer and try reading it outside.

5.  Hit up your local downtown for a spontaneous photo tour…grab a camera and shoot.

6.  Go for a bike ride. Better yet, invite a bunch of friends to ride with you.

7.  Barbecue…because there’s just something special about something cooked outside.

8. Introduce yourself to a neighbor…it’s difficult to love your neighbor when you don’t even know their name.

9.  Find a festival, concert or outdoor movie night…most cities have one this weekend.

10. Art…hit up a museum and act like you are an undercover art critic.

11. Add summer fruits and vegetables to an unexpected treat…there’s even one spot in L.A. that tops their doughnut with fresh seasonal fruit.

12. Pass out bubbles…hit up your local park and pass out bubbles, people love bubbles (before giving to kids, always ask parents first, so they don’t think you’re a creep).

13. Public transit…take a bus or train ride to part our city you always wanted to explore.

14. Travel…24 hour airline deals are everywhere right now. London, New York, Chicago, Milan, Miami, Springfield…explore and enjoy.

15. Show up to your kid’s school a little early with Starbucks coffee boxes and pass out free coffee to all the parents…they need it.

Here’s to a great weekend! Cheers.

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My List: Music for Your Summer

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A little known fact about me. I love music…a lot. Everything from old Motown, hiphop, rock and the occasional country song. Here’s a few songs to get you up on a Summer Monday Morning…hope you enjoy them and continue to follow your dreams.

 

Here’s an unexpected one by The Undisputed Truth “Mama I Got A Brand New Thing”

 

A Summer “Dreamin’” song by G. Love and Special Sauce

 

There’s a lot of versions of this classic, but Joe Crocker‘s “Summer in the City” is one of my favorites

 

Michael Jackson and Akon “Hold My Hand”

 

For all the Clint Black fans, “Summer’s Commin’”

 

Slow down and enjoy this one by John Legend and the Roots “Shine”

 

Teddy Pendergrass with Harold Melvin The Blue Notes singing “Wake Up Everybody”

 

Never Say Never” by Justin Bieber and Jaden Smith (from the Karate Kid Soundtrack)

 

Here’s a great Summer anthem from Will.I.Am…”It’s a Brand New Day”

Here’s just a few songs to get you started.

What are some of your favorites?

Comment below.

 

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My List – 10 Fun Things To Do For Summer

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When I was a kid, I remember the excitement of Summer. No more school, possibly a vacation, hanging out with friends and lots of the beach. Now that I’m a bit older, life doesn’t slow down as much during the summer, but remember Summer is still Summer. Enjoy it. Here’s a few ideas. I’d love to hear some of yours as well.

1. Disneyland/Disney World

Not just for kids and athletes who won championships. Whether it’s Disney or another theme park…live it up.

2. Baseball Game

 

Dodgers, Angels, Marlins, Rangers, or even your local little league team. Get a hotdog and some nachos and maybe catch a fly ball.

3. Fly a Kite

Seriously, if you haven’t done this since you were a kid, try it. It’s mysteriously relaxing.

4. Rollerblade

Is rollerblading cool still? I don’t know, but it’s fun. Not as daring; bike rides are great too.

5. Go Sailing / Snorkeling / Surfing

Did you know you can rent a sailboat? Hit the water. Don’t live by a beach…the pool will do.

6. Have a Yard Sale

It’s time to purge. Your junk is someone else’s treasure. Not can you make some extra cash, but it’s great way to fight the “pack rat” tendencies most of us have.

7. Take a Train Ride

Whether it’s just riding your local Metro or hitting Amtrak and heading cross country, there’s something amazing about riding a train.

8. Meet Someone New

I’m not talking about speed dating. I’m talking about your neighbors, people in your community, or random people you meet on the that train ride you may take. Strike up a conversation. Learn to listen. Maybe make a friend.

9. Get in Shape

We can all work on this one. Not getting in shape just to have a perfect body, but to be healthy…to live long. During your summer BBQs, maybe trade in your steaks, hamburgers and hotdogs; try to grill up some fish and veggies. Start a morning run/walk schedule. Hit the gym you signed up for back in January.

10. Take a Cooking Class

Everyone should be able to cook at least one meal. Maybe you’re a great cook already, learn something new. Check your local Adult Education schedule…they usually have a few cooking classes.

 

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