
Oh, sweet friends, we are only on the fourth full day of summer, and I already find myself up to my knees in bugspray, sunscreen, chlorine and grass clippings. Summer has exploded into my house with a vengeance, and I couldn't be any happier about it.
As much as I love the break from the school-year rat race, though, you and I both know that all the home time occasionally presents a challenge. In particular, there's that word my kids use, the word that makes me cringe like crazy:
BORED.
"If you're bored, you're boring!" I shout back cheerfully. They just love that.
In today's themed edition, I'd love to hear from you alll about how you combat this issue in your home. Give us all your general outlook on the subject, or provide us with a list of specific modes of entertainment you use--whatever you'd like.
Around here, I've written before that we keep a list posted all summer. It's a list of every imaginable non-electronic diversion the kids and I can think of. We list out every toy, every board game, all imaginary play, EVERYthing, so that when the kids get twitchy I can point them to the list.
This year, I'm adding another list. *wicked laugh*
If the first list doesn't get them, then we go to Mom's List Of Things You Can Do To So You Won't Be Bored. They include things like folding towels, picking up your room, scrubbing the shower, washing the floor of the garage with a toothbrush, etc.
Oh, yes ma'am.
What are your best tips for helping the kids engaged and busy and happy over the summer? I can't wait to read your ideas. I may print them all out and wallpaper the kitchen with them.
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Links are now closed to prevent the spammers from ruining our fun. Thanks for playing along--please join us again next week!
I don't see the Mr Linky... am I missing it?
Posted by: Crystal | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:31 PM
I was wondering the same thing : )
Posted by: Becky | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:32 PM
Great topic!
Posted by: Andrea | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:33 PM
okay, so I was totally thinking it was my browser...glad to know I'm not the only one missing it!
Posted by: Jenna | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:33 PM
Thats a great idea! Im putting that list on the fridge too! Thanks!
Posted by: BundyMum (Donna @ Thirsty?) | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:34 PM
Hmmm, not seeing Mr. Linky. Here's my link: http://2passthetorch.com/2008/06/03/summer-boredom-is-not-an-option/ . Great topic!
Posted by: Kelly @ Pass the Torch | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:35 PM
I tell my kids that too. ("If you're bored, you're boring!") Then they give me The Stink Eye.
Posted by: Smockity Frocks | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:36 PM
I guess we do this the old fashioned way? Here's my link:
http://fivejs.wordpress.com/2008/06/03/wfmw-mom-im-bored/
Posted by: Joy @ Five Js | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:36 PM
Here is my link
http://thediaperdiaries.wordpress.com/2008/06/03/works-for-me-wednesday-the-mom-im-bored-edition/
Posted by: Jill | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:36 PM
Mr. Linky is apparently bored with summer already! Ha! Here's my link...
http://kudzugrows.blogspot.com/2008/06/summer-fun.html
Posted by: Lady Why | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:36 PM
And your wicked list is oh so excellent!
Posted by: Kelly @ Pass the Torch | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:37 PM
I thought I'd check back again and see if Mr. Linky was up- he's not....here's a link and I'll check back in the a.m. LOL
http://not2many.blogspot.com/2008/06/mom-im-bored-this-week-we-are-asked-to.html
Posted by: De'Etta @ Choosing Joy | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:37 PM
Where, oh where is Mr. Linky (repeat twice)
Where could Mr. Linky be?
Okay...hopefully my post is better than that song I just wrote. (maybe?)
http://heavenlyhomemakers.com/blog/woohoosummer-with-the-kids
Posted by: Laura@heavenlyhomemakers | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:37 PM
Yeah, here's mine
http://www.wearethatfamily.com/2008/06/reserve-for-boring-summer-day.html
I love the list idea!
Posted by: We are THAT family | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:37 PM
Here is my link: http://lifeatthecircus.com/2008/06/03/are-we-there-yet/
Posted by: Crystal | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:37 PM
http://www.blissfullydomestic.com/2008/05/summer-playgrou.html
Posted by: Alli ~Mrs. Fussypants | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:37 PM
I guess I'll post my link here, too! :)
http://slackermomof3.blogspot.com/2008/06/wfmw-mom-im-bored-edition.html
I love that list idea... I think I'll start making mine tomorrow. :)
Posted by: Domestic Spaz | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:38 PM
Here's my link for this week!
Love your lists... :)
http://momstakeonthings.com/?p=80
Posted by: Deb | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:38 PM
Here's my link just in case - cheaper solution for movieshttp://www.blogger.com/post-edit.g?blogID=755925335053266893&postID=481717299933974359
Posted by: Andrea | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:38 PM
summer playgroups
http://www.blissfullydomestic.com/2008/05/summer-playgrou.html
Posted by: Alli ~Mrs. Fussypants | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:38 PM
Here's my link:
http://2passthetorch.com/2008/06/03/summer-boredom-is-not-an-option/
Posted by: Amy | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:38 PM
Here's mine:
http://everydaybecky.blogspot.com/2008/06/schools-outnow-what.html
I'm glad to know it's not my computer.
Posted by: Becky | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:38 PM
here's my link: http://atlantalovings.blogspot.com/2008/06/works-for-me-wednesday.html
Posted by: Jenna | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:38 PM
Here is mine:
http://whatworksforus.blogspot.com/2007/09/class-is-in-session.html
Posted by: MamaGeek | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:39 PM
Looks like Mr Linky has taken a summer vacation!
BundyMum (AWESOME Devotional Site)
http://bundymum.blogspot.com/2008/06/faith-lifts-works-for-me.html
Posted by: BundyMum (Donna @ Thirsty?) | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:39 PM
Here's mine until Mr. Linky is up:
http://randomangie.blogspot.com/2008/06/art-project-for-kids-painting-on-canvas_03.html
Decorating canvas bags -- fun art project that you can hold on to for gifts!
Posted by: Angie @ Many Little Blessings | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:39 PM
No Mr. Linky? Here is my link:
http://sweetpeacakesetc.blogspot.com/2008/06/works-for-me-wednesday-mom-im-bored.html
Posted by: Dawn- Sweet Pea Cakes, etc. Blog | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:40 PM
Okay - I'm a big dope. The link I posted before is the post I was just reading from somebody else (It's good by the way!). My link is:
http://adayinthelife-amy.blogspot.com/2008/06/wfmw-letterboxing.html
Posted by: Amy | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:40 PM
Okay, I'm tired. Hubby is waiting for me, so I'll just post my link now and check back later.
Great ideas, Shannon! I like the - if you're bored, you're boring - reasoning. :)
My link: http://www.sarahsbluecastle.com/blue_castle/2008/06/works-for-me-we.html
Posted by: Blue Castle | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:40 PM
here's mine:
http://citystreams.wordpress.com/2008/05/29/grand-opening-giveaway/
Posted by: citystreams | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:40 PM
Keep the kids OCCUPIED so you can make dinner!
http://ajshumway.blogspot.com/2008/03/dinnertime.html
Posted by: Janet | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:40 PM
Here's mine:
http://smellyann.typepad.com/you_and_me_against_the_wo/2008/06/wfmw-entertaining-the-kids-this-summer.html
Great idea to post a list!
Posted by: Smellyann | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:40 PM
Lifetime Typepad discount! ;)
http://www.mrsfussypants.com/whatsmartmommiesknow/2008/06/fussys-gift--a.html
Posted by: Alli ~Mrs. Fussypants | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:40 PM
Here's mine --
http://ourlittletongginator.blogspot.com/2008/06/nipping-away-at-boredom.html
Posted by: Tonggu Momma | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:40 PM
wrong one! man, i'm sleepy!
http://citystreams.wordpress.com/2008/06/03/worked-for-us-air-tents/
Posted by: citystreams | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:41 PM
Frugal, pretty artwork for your walls
http://www.blissfullydomestic.com/2008/05/more-inexpensiv.html
Posted by: Alli ~Mrs. Fussypants | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:42 PM
I don't hear my son say "boring", though I can see that he through his actions he is. He's in his 18-months, so I suppose his way of saying he's bored is he's crying and looking for something new to do. :)
Posted by: Yvie | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:43 PM
Here's my link.
I love this site, I have gotten so many wonderful ideas from here.
Posted by: For Cheap Sake | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:44 PM
Here is my link:
http://asimplewalk.blogspot.com/2008/06/wfmw-boredom-busting-blogging-for-kids.html
Topic: (Boredom-Busting Blogging)
Posted by: Kate | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:45 PM
The fun with water http://blessedwithgrace.blogspot.com/2008/06/works-for-me-wednesday-mom-im-bored.html
Posted by: Lisa-BlessedwithGrace | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:46 PM
Topic: Fun with water in the yard.
http://blessedwithgrace.blogspot.com/2008/06/works-for-me-wednesday-mom-im-bored.html
Posted by: Lisa-BlessedwithGrace | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:47 PM
Poor Mr. Linky.
http://embracingandbeingembraced.blogspot.com/2008/05/narnia-nims-island-winn-dixie-and-more.html
Posted by: Shanda | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:48 PM
Here is my link for (lots of summertime tips)
http://thehappyhousewife.com/curing-the-summer-boredom-blues/
Posted by: The Happy Housewife | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:48 PM
Wow, you people are fast. No linky, oh well.
We don't do the bored boring thing though the kids have a list memorized and know better than to ask. Then again they are home with me 24/7 so in our house it isn't just summer that mom refuses to entertain them.:)
Mine is up here: http://untraditionalhome.com/?p=728
Posted by: Heather Young | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:49 PM
Thanks Rocks!
Posted by: The Bargain Shopper Lady | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:50 PM
Wow, you people are fast. No linky, oh well.
We don't do the bored boring thing though the kids have a list memorized and know better than to ask. Then again they are home with me 24/7 so in our house it isn't just summer that mom refuses to entertain them.:)
Mine is up here: http://untraditionalhome.com/?p=728
Posted by: Heather Young | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:50 PM
I hope Mr. Linky is feeling better soon! Here is my link for (teaching life skills):
http://happytobeathome.net/life-skills-for-kids/
Posted by: Happy To Be At Home | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:50 PM
Mr. Linky showed up for me! Yay me!
Posted by: Twenty Four At Heart | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:59 PM
Hi Shannon,
In my excitement to post my link, I royally messed up in two ways (can you fix them??)
1. Link 27 is me except somehow I linked to someone else's blog - BRILLIANT!
2. I attempted again to post mine (which I did on link 37) but forgot to put a description next to my name. It should be (Letterboxing).
Hiding my head in shame over here.
Posted by: Amy | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 10:59 PM
Thanks so much-I had forgotten there was a theme, but it turned out my kids are ahead of me!
www.katymom.com
Posted by: Lori P | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 11:03 PM
Bored = Chores
Posted by: Suzanne :: Adventures in Daily Living :: | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 11:04 PM
Sorry I don't have any kids so this topic didn't really pertain to me... so I wrote one of my own. I'll definitely join in on the next theme session though!
Posted by: Playful Professional | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 11:07 PM
I haven't participated in awhile Shannon but I thought I'd share my organized way of going to the beach.
Laura
Posted by: Org Junkie | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 11:14 PM
great idea! I need all the ideas we can get!
Posted by: Joanna | Tuesday, June 03, 2008 at 11:49 PM
LOL. You're a funny woman. :) I like your list idea - both of them. We home school, so we already have to deal with being home all day. And we home school year round so our summer vacation is only a few weeks in August. Still we have frequent days off and we have to deal with boredom quite a bit. I was already thinking about making a list of activities that we want to get accomplished over the course of the summer. I think it's a great idea. :)
Posted by: Amber (Bringing Good Home) | Wednesday, June 04, 2008 at 12:06 AM
Ooo! I'm likin' your second list! That's golden my friend. We write up a big list of summer ideas too. Because my brain just doesn't work like it used to...
Posted by: Runningamuck | Wednesday, June 04, 2008 at 12:14 AM
Wow, everybody is coming up with some greeeeeat ideas, I am taking notes!
Posted by: Col @ gigablonde :: things to do in ny when you're [ alive ] | Wednesday, June 04, 2008 at 01:27 AM
Lifesaving topic! Thank you!!
Posted by: Kirsty | Wednesday, June 04, 2008 at 01:47 AM
I couldn't help but snort when I heard you have a Mom's List Of Things You Can Do To So You Won't Be Bored. My mom always had one of those too. I'm betting it's one of those mom requirements.
Posted by: Shannon | Wednesday, June 04, 2008 at 02:28 AM
Great item,.
I'm looking forward to all the answers.
Now I need some good advice to get that fly so motivated he leaves this house, NOW!
Bye!
Posted by: Laane | Wednesday, June 04, 2008 at 03:35 AM
Perfect timing! I need to get my kids together and make a similiar kind of list.
Posted by: Christina | Wednesday, June 04, 2008 at 04:21 AM
Sometimes we say one thing and mean another--our kids too. I took a bit different approach. Actually I wrote it before I knew about the theme. Just a happy accident that it fit.
Blessings,
Julie
Posted by: Joyful Days | Wednesday, June 04, 2008 at 06:55 AM
Your first list is a great idea. But the second list...well, that's downright brilliant! :)
Posted by: Michelle@Life with Three | Wednesday, June 04, 2008 at 07:06 AM
I can't wait to take a look at all of the ideas when I get home later!
Blessings!
Posted by: Lori | Wednesday, June 04, 2008 at 07:16 AM
I have a toddler, so this topic isn't really for me, but I definitely remember summers growing up...if we so much as uttered the word "bored" in mom's presence, we were promptly handed a broom, dustcloth, scrub brush, etc. Cured us pretty quickly.
Posted by: Jeni | Wednesday, June 04, 2008 at 07:26 AM
Great topic! Moms everywhere will thank you :-)
Posted by: Kim | Wednesday, June 04, 2008 at 07:34 AM
At 7:37 this morning there are already 147 links...holy cow, girlfriend!!
I was planning on doing summer reading at the library, but #137 beat me to it.
I'll be back to read through all the fabulous ideas!
Posted by: katy (aka funny girl) | Wednesday, June 04, 2008 at 07:42 AM
Off to read some ideas. My DD is done today, DS not until the 26th. I'm sure I'll be needing some helpful tips to keep MY sanity!!!
Posted by: Lisa K | Wednesday, June 04, 2008 at 07:50 AM
Great info! I wonder if I have enough printer paper...
Posted by: a suburban housewife | Wednesday, June 04, 2008 at 07:54 AM
Love the list ideas! Listing toys is also a good way to take inventory for when birthdays roll around and relatives ask what to get for the kids.
Posted by: Colleen | Wednesday, June 04, 2008 at 08:16 AM
Great topic! I'll be trying some of these ideas this summer.
Posted by: Jenny | Wednesday, June 04, 2008 at 08:39 AM
I read your post after I linked my post and it looks like we've been thinkin' the same thing!! The bored list is a must!!!
Posted by: Brandi | Wednesday, June 04, 2008 at 08:43 AM
What a fun WFMW! I can't wait to peruse all of the good ideas!
Posted by: Llama Momma | Wednesday, June 04, 2008 at 08:55 AM
this is my first MFMW, but i have enjoyed this carnival for awhile! thanks for hosting, and what a great theme!
Posted by: anya | Wednesday, June 04, 2008 at 09:02 AM
What a great idea for Works for Me! Thanks for doing this.
Posted by: Lara | Wednesday, June 04, 2008 at 09:47 AM
I hope this works- this is my first WFMW! :)
I have enjoyed lurking for too long...I hope to start adding some myself now.
And I'm going to LOVE these tips. "Bored" is a bad word at our house.
Posted by: Marlo | Wednesday, June 04, 2008 at 10:14 AM
My first WFMW! I hope it's okay that I just piggybacked off of your list idea! I think adapting it for our house will work great!
Posted by: Jenn | Wednesday, June 04, 2008 at 10:15 AM
There are so many great ideas. Thanks for having this special edition!
Posted by: Lisa | Wednesday, June 04, 2008 at 10:48 AM
I don't have children yet... but my mother was never as kind as you. There was not fun list first. If you said you were bored, you were immediately given a chore (she used a card system so we generally got to choose our poison... oh the fights my sister and I would have over who got to water the plants!). Not surprisingly, we very rarely said that we were bored.
Posted by: Jenna | Wednesday, June 04, 2008 at 12:54 PM
I don't have children yet... but my mother was never as kind as you. There was no fun list first. If you said you were bored, you were immediately given a chore (she used a card system so we generally got to choose our poison... oh the fights my sister and I would have over who got to water the plants!). Not surprisingly, we very rarely said that we were bored.
Posted by: Jenna | Wednesday, June 04, 2008 at 12:55 PM
Thanks for doing this theme...I'm having so much fun looking through all the great ideas!
Posted by: Lisa P. | Wednesday, June 04, 2008 at 01:04 PM
I've always enjoyed lists like this and decided it was time to play along. So my shiny new blog now has a photo listing of 16 fun things to do this summer for kids!
http://tryingtraditional.wordpress.com/2008/06/04/6/
Posted by: Trying Traditional | Wednesday, June 04, 2008 at 01:06 PM
This is seriously the best thing ever. I'm getting tons of ideas. I was scared, 'cause tomorrow's the last day, but I'm totally set!
Posted by: World's Greatest Mommy | Wednesday, June 04, 2008 at 01:14 PM
Hey Shannon - I am first timer to works for me wednesday! Great topic!
I'll be at She Speaks this year and look forward to meeting you and gleaning some blogging wisdom from you! :)
See you soon! :)
Posted by: Jami | Wednesday, June 04, 2008 at 01:36 PM
I am loving the chores list (especially chores involving toothbrush use). Will file that one away for when my own kiddos are bigger!
Posted by: Mama Looking Up | Wednesday, June 04, 2008 at 01:42 PM
My Dad used to say "if you're bored, imagine how others feel when they're with you." (ooooooh...burn.)
Posted by: Eryn | Wednesday, June 04, 2008 at 03:24 PM
My first contribution to WFMW! And great timing, since today was DD's last day of school. Thanks!
Posted by: Lisa C. | Wednesday, June 04, 2008 at 03:55 PM
I don't have a list yet, mines only 3 1/2 so he's still pretty easy to entertain. The only things is, you have to do everything with him!
Posted by: Nodins Nest | Wednesday, June 04, 2008 at 04:08 PM
I am WAY late this week, but mine is up!
Posted by: Dani | Wednesday, June 04, 2008 at 04:31 PM
My Dad used to make us come up with our own lists of things to do. If all else failed he sent us out to weed. My son is too young to give me the "I'm bored!", but I'll be taking notes for future use, people!
Posted by: BeThisWay | Wednesday, June 04, 2008 at 05:17 PM
I love the idea of the list on the fridge! I'll have to try that one.
Posted by: Jen | Wednesday, June 04, 2008 at 06:35 PM
This was a great idea. Loved looking at everyones ideas. We should have plenty to do so the kids will not get bored.
Posted by: Beverly Dixon | Wednesday, June 04, 2008 at 07:16 PM
I can't wait to read all these!
Posted by: Bahama Shores Mama | Wednesday, June 04, 2008 at 07:45 PM
Here's my link http://carolinamama1.blogspot.com/2008/06/works-for-me-wednesday-battling-boredom.html
Look forward to implementing some of these WFMW's this summer.
If you're really bored, you can come over and sign up for my "Win It Wednesday!" giveaway. ;) http://carolinamama1.blogspot.com
Warmly,
CarolinaMama
Posted by: CarolinaMama | Wednesday, June 04, 2008 at 08:44 PM
I have no suggestions except, send them to the Grand Parents one at at a time. Two Grands leaves the harried Mom with only two with which to contend.
Now, granted, the spoilage factor should never be discussed. Grandparents are delighted to spoil the best children ever born and apologize profusely for for the spoilage - on a good day with lots of encouragement.
As Grandparents, we appreciate the fact that one of our offspring has actually fathered/mothered the most perfect children ever born!
GRANDS are so precious. They are the GRANDS!!!!!! Parents are the only ones who might feel some discomfort when we give them those final hugs and kisses and deliver them back to you.
Please remember that you are my child, your mother's child and GRANDS are the blessings of the union of you and your husband/wife.
As a former teacher, summer time allowed me time to play, away from school. Precious.wonderful time with my kids.
Young mothers, celebrate the time . Time is fleeting. Turn around and they are two, turn around they are four, turn around and they are parents, turn around and you are a Grandparent. Then you get to spoil the kids and send them back for the parents to correct the chaos you have corrected!
GRANDS RULE!!!!!
Posted by: Gego | Wednesday, June 04, 2008 at 11:25 PM
I have no suggestions except, send them to the Grand Parents one at at a time. Two Grands leaves the harried Mom with only two with which to contend.
Now, granted, the spoilage factor should never be discussed. Grandparents are delighted to spoil the best children ever born and apologize profusely for for the spoilage - on a good day with lots of encouragement. orrect
As Grandparents, we appreciate the fact that one of our offspring has actually fathered/mothered the most perfect children ever born!
GRANDS are so precious. They are the GRANDS!!!!!! Parents are the only ones who might feel some discomfort when we give them those final hugs and kisses and deliver them back to you.
Please remember that you are my child, your mother's child and GRANDS are the blessings of the union of you and your husband/wife.
As a former teacher, summer time allowed me time to play, away from school. Precious.wonderful time with my kids.
Young mothers, celebrate the time . Time is fleeting. Turn around and they are two, turn around they are four, turn around and they are parents, turn around and you are a Grandparent. Then you get to spoil the kids and send them back for the parents to correct the chaos you have created.
GRANDS RULE!!!!!
Posted by: Gego | Wednesday, June 04, 2008 at 11:29 PM
My apologies for misspellings and double posting. Fingers type faster than mind can keep up. Gego
Posted by: Gego | Wednesday, June 04, 2008 at 11:35 PM
I'm sorry I missed being able to post with Mr Linky.
Here's my idea: using BINGO for learning fun, chore enjoyment, and getting to know each other.
http://fruitfulwords.wordpress.com/2008/06/04/bingo-your-way-to-knowing-each-other-better-wfmw/
Posted by: Susan | Thursday, June 05, 2008 at 02:28 AM
I'm a bit late getting mine up - as it isn't even Wednesday anymore. But here's the link, anyway: http://blog.titus2homemaker.com/archives/367 (monitoring TV time)
Posted by: Rachel R. | Thursday, June 05, 2008 at 12:20 PM
LOL! Yeah, Shannon the work list will solve much. We live on a farm, so I know that work opportunities solves this problem. In 24 years, I've not heard the bored line around here. LOL!
Posted by: Marilyn | Thursday, June 05, 2008 at 07:52 PM