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photography by Nikki P. Photography
Your teens are out of school for the summer and
no doubt ready to spend the long hot days and
balmy nights goofing off and having fun with
Get it together.
Here are a few ideas for family fun right here in
Alabama that fit almost any personality:
their friends. Letting them spend the bulk of their
break away from the house and
giving you a break is definitely a little tempting.
But the summer is coming soon when your child
won’t be going back to high school at its end;
they’ll be leaving ho me headed off to college. Or
maybe that summer is already here for you. Either
way, make an effort to spend some
quality time with your teens in the next few
months. Find opportunities to bond over shared
interests. Discover new ones together. No matter
what you’re doing, when you’re doing it with
your teen, you have the invaluable chance to
share your wisdom, reinforce your values and
give them that extra boost of confidence that
comes from knowing they are important to you.
Get FIT!
Healthy eating habits and exercise routines are hard to
start and stick to, especially during the hectic school
year. Take advantage of the extra time your teen has
in the summer to establish both. Set fitness goals and
work toward them together. It’s a great way to hold each
other accountable and get your teen in an active groove
before they are on their own.
HApp it:
Use free apps like RunKeeper and Fooducate to monitor progress and keep yourselves on track.
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