First I've revamped our chore lists. Tyson has more time on his hands and so I'm increasing his load of chores. Preston is also getting old enough to start doing chores so I've added him to the rotation. My goal is to teach them responsibility and life skills. A clean(er) house is just a benefit.
Secondly, I've scouted out several activities to help us fill our days, and keep boredom to a minimum. (It also helps to have motivation to get chores done in the morning).
Cinemark has a great Summer Movie deal going on. You can't beat 10 movies for $5! The boys are really excited about this, especially because several of our friends will be there too.
We have also decided to put Tyson in an all-boy gymnastics class, at least one session of swimming lessons, and a three day Cooking Camp.
I want Tyson to get rid of the training wheels on his bike. I am also determined to help him improve reading skills over the summer. His reading ability has skyrocketed in the last year. I attribute this to his awesome school teacher and family Book of Mormon reading. We will continue reading the BOM throughout the summer (maybe even finish Alma!). I also encourage Tyson to read at least one book everyday. He really likes reading to his little brothers.
Preston is ready for potty training, and I am determined to conquer it this summer. We made the move from diapers to pull-ups this week. Our biggest obstacle right now is his hesitation to poop in the toilet. If any of you veteran moms have any tips for overcoming this Please let me know!
Nolan is doing so well. He has life figured out. He's amazing (but I'll save that for another post). This summer we will be working on rolling over and sitting up. And by the end of the summer we will be working on eating baby food!
And for me: In addition to everything listed above I want to finish my 2009 Blog book and my 2009 Family Scrapbook. They are both nearly done, I just need to put the finishing touches on them. My biggest task will be organizing my office and my storage room. They are both in really bad shape, but I need Dan's help with both of them. I also want to run at least two 5Ks this summer.
Wish us luck! We are going to need it!
What are your goals for the summer?
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Wow...good luck! That made me feel like I need to make more goals for my family. My goals are all for Cody so I guess that is okay.
You are so ambitious Nicole!! I love it!! I love your goals- especially the 5k one!! Good for you!!
My goal for this summer?
Hang out and have fun,
No swimming lessons this year for us, but we go tot he pool almost everyday- to gain tons of confidence... with our swimmers and non swimmers.
No one wanted to play sports so we are home free there too. So Wednesday's are Park days,in the mornings for everyone and in the evenings we are going to start this really cool thing Night Games for the older kids at the park- I think it will be fun- so far that's us!!
So far I am loving the non schedule, but we are only in week 3 of summer!!
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