I thought about titling this article “32 Things You Should Do This Summer.” But the more I thought about it I decided that the school year is the time for things you “should” do or that you “have” to do. So instead I’m leaving this up to you. Chances are if you’re scrolling through Facebook and now reading this you’re bored. Some of these things will help with that.
- Go outside.
- But actually go outside as much as you can.
- Read a book.
- If you can’t think of something to read, ask your mom or dad. They might surprise you with a good choice and it’ll make them happy.
- Re-read one of your old favorite series. Harry Potter, Sarah Dessen, "Game of Thrones," maybe even "The Clique"!
- Wash your hair less, put on less makeup, don’t straighten or curl. You’re cute without it anyway.
- Don’t stop showering. Soap is very important.
- Stay hydrated and wear sunscreen.
- But let yourself get that one bad sun burn.
- Get a job!
- Get a hobby! Drawing, knitting and fencing all seem fun.
- Exercise!
- Or don’t exercise!
- Rent/buy all your books now while you have time to find the best deals.
- Talk to your family, try to have dinner with them or walk the dog together! They might be crazy but you’re stuck with them.
- Learn to use the grill (If you trust yourself with fire and heavy machinery).
- Bake something from scratch.
- Go to the grocery store for your mom.
- Call your Grandma! She might have a funny story about Bridge Club.
- Call your Aunt! She might have a funny story about your Grandma.
- Turn your phone all the way off. This will actually help your battery life last longer! Plus when you turn it back on you'll have a lot of notifications and feel loved.
- Paint your nails.
- Paint your room.
- Go to a farmer’s market or local fair! Eat something organic!
- Binge watch a comedy instead of your usual "Gossip Girl," "Vampire Diaries" or "One Tree Hill." I highly suggest "The Office," "Parks and Rec," or "New Girl."
- Have a bonfire! (Once again if you trust yourself with fire).
- Play card games, they are seriously underrated and actually a lot of fun.
- Find your favorite spot in town to watch the sunset.
- After you find that find your favorite place to look at the stars.
- Call or FaceTme your friends from school instead of texting.
- Send someone a letter!
- Try to go an entire day without saying the following “I’m bored,” “I miss school” or “I miss my friends.”
- Try sitting and doing absolutely nothing for 30 minutes. (Seriously try this one it’s really hard, yes this is a direct challenge.)
- Just do whatever makes you happy!
