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5 Things To Add To Your Totally Epic Summer Bucket List

Can you really make a summer bucket list as an adult? Yes.

Emily Templeton

Jun 25, 2023

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5 Things To Add To Your Totally Epic Summer Bucket List

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Although many of us have been done with school for weeks now, the summer solstice and the official start of the summer are almost upon us. Let’s face it, with internships, full-time jobs, volunteering, and summer classes taking up the majority of summer in your twenties you may not have enough time and energy to dedicate to having a fun summer too. As someone who just graduated and is taking a gap summer before I start my job in the fall, trying to motivate myself to avoid staying in my somewhat airconditioned room reading Emily Henry's books all summer is difficult. A TikTok caught my attention the other day, though, asking viewers why we (adults) don’t make epic Judy-Moody-esque summer bucket lists anymore. Emerging adulthood - peak college and postgraduation years - is arguably the best time to explore and have fun as you may not have as many responsibilities as you will have in the future. So if you’re like me and want to spice up your summer, here are five ideas to get you started.

1. Make bracelets and anklets

I know, I know. Your hands are still tired from making friendship bracelets for the Eras Tour. But hear me out, is there anything better than turning on your favorite comfort show and making cute bracelets for you and your besties to wear? Pick out your favorite colors of beads or string and get started! Also, will this be the year that anklets make a comeback? We’ll see.

2. Travel somewhere new

You don’t need to go to another continent to have fun and gain new travel experiences! Even taking a day trip to another city close to you is a great way to explore the world around you. This summer, after years of saving, is going to be my travel summer™, and while I’m excited to go to Japan for the first time, visiting my best friend in Cincinnati and taking a road trip to Chicago was an amazing time too.

3. Be a regular at a weekly event in your community

Would my past self be surprised if you told me that my post-graduation life would consist of going to a local bar’s boozy bingo nights every Wednesday? Probably not. Regardless of whether it’s bingo or a book club, going to a regularly scheduled event with your friends or even alone is a great way to get out, meet new people, and have fun!

4. Change something about your appearance

As someone who has kept the same hairstyle for the past five years, I’m truly a creature of habit. But summer is the time to try new things, whether it’s getting the tattoo that you’ve always wanted, trying out a new style, or doing your makeup in a way that you haven’t before. The opportunities are endless, take time to think about what your authentic self looks like and go from there!

5. Reconnect with your loved ones

For me, coming back home and being with my family and friends from high school was one the best parts of my summers between semesters. Outside of your other commitments, be sure to make time for the people you love this summer! This can range from having a meal with them to having a movie marathon, anything that you’ve been looking forward to. If your loved ones are spread across the globe like mine are, be sure to show your love and appreciation for them during this season of fun!

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5 Things To Add To Your Totally Epic Summer Bucket List

Can you really make a summer bucket list as an adult? Yes.

1. Make bracelets and anklets

2. Travel somewhere new

3. Be a regular at a weekly event in your community

4. Change something about your appearance

5. Reconnect with your loved ones

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And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

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13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

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Email the professor

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