HOW'S THE WEATHER?
Date ideas by the season
~ Quotes by Caroline Wright~
SPRING
There's something about this primal season
Giving every other season reason.
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RUN OR WALK AN INTERESTING 5K
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If you already like running, you get it. If not, find an interesting race you can walk.
It's a great way to feel comradery and get your exercise in!
(Some races even double as fundraisers.)
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PLANT A GARDEN
Indoors or out, there's something quite magical
about watching the growth of a plant or flower.
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FLY A KITE
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Seriously, if you have not done so in a while, you'll remember why it used to be so fun.
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SUMMER
Green hands pave the way to the sky,
To the next steps, next breaths we take for granted.
GO SWIMMING
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If you're hitting up the beach, head toward the water! Bring floats, goggles, snorkel gear, boogie board, and other water toys you can use above and below the waves.
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ATTEND A FESTIVAL
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Whether you're into music, food, beer, or state fairs, there is usually
at least one city hosting an event on the weekend.
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PICNIC AT THE BALLPARK
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Most baseball parks allow you to bring food, so pack your favorites
to accompany those peanuts and Cracker Jacks.
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VISIT AN AMUSEMENT PARK
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Bring out the kid in you by riding classic rides, from chill to thrill.
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WATCH THE SUNRISE OR SUNSET
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If you're an early bird, bring coffee and breakfast goodies.
If you're a night owl, tea and dessert.
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ENJOY AN OUTDOOR MOVIE
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For a delightful alternative to an air conditioned theater, many cities
offer various movies in the park (or on closed-off streets) at low or no cost.
Remember to bring a chair and a cozy blanket.
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AUTUMN
Fresh air and some mountain spice,
A short little drive and I'm where it's always and forever nice.
BIKING OR ROLLERBLADING
Get a dose of fresh air with some exercise. Perhaps even try commuting to work or school.
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CHECK OUT A LOCAL BREWERY OR DISTILLERY
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Besides sips and samples, sometimes you can sign up for special events
or tours to see these establishments behind-the-scenes. Cheers!
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GO ON A HIKE
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Find an interesting park nearby and take in the autumn colors.
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MAKE HOMEMADE APPLESAUCE, JAM OR PRESERVES
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Cook up a sweet treat. Keep several jars for yourself and save the others as gifts.
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WINTER
No thing is nothing.
It is everything not yet come to life.
GO ICE SKATING
Find open skate times at an indoor area,
or search for the nearest outdoor ice skating trail in the woods.
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MAKE HOT COCOA
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Arrange ingredients for hot cocoa in a mason jar for quick and easy mixing.
(Set aside some pre-made jars to give away for the holidays.)
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COMPLETE A PUZZLE
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Find an interesting puzzle based on your interests (e.g. jigsaw, crossword, Sudoku).
Even play with a friend or family member.
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READ A BOOK
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There are plenty of audiobooks available if you'd rather have your book read to you.
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PLAN A STAYCATION
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Go ahead, book the hotel room with a hot tub.
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EMBRACE THE COLD
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Instead of (or perhaps in addition to) escaping to warmer climates, enjoy unique winter activities: curling, ice fishing, sledding, igloo building.
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