Summer Bucket List 2016

Summer bucket list and why you need one too..

          We have all thought about it or know someone who has. What is it? A bucket list of course! But why do I have to wait til retirement? Or til the age of 40 or 50? Shouldn't we have a daily bucket list? I know.. Im asking too many questions.. oh well!

          Since attending school is year-round for me I don't want my son to feel like he wishes he was at school because it would be better than watching me do homework. That's when I realized... Duh! I'm a planner! I always give him great fun filled summers and he never knows when we're broke or not haha! He just knows he's going to busy having fun no matter what! So what's the difference this time? Well..., this time I decided to write it down and share with all of you! You may not be able to do everything on my list but, you may just be inspired to plan out your summer. Maybe this will inspire you to create your own summer bucket list. Because this is his first summer as a teenager (side-eye look of worry), and we know teens are moody because, well, that's their job after all; I decided to include him on the ideas I had for this summer bucket list. Please be prepared to hear, "no I don't want to do that this summer". I made a huge list and had him add his own ideas plus remove the ideas I came up with that he didn't want to do. The more you make them feel that they came up with the idea, the more they will be inclined to participate.  

          I get summers off so I get to spend quality time with my 5 foot 7 inch tall tween baby haha. Yes! he will be my baby even when he is 50 and the grandkids will laugh because I call their dad my baby haha. Ok, so back to the subject. Luckily being a planner is what my boyfriend finds to be my most attractive quality. He was so excited to hear about our summer bucket list. There wasn't a specific amount of activities. Just a list of simple, and out of town adventures. 

          You're probably asking why you need a list. Like what's the big deal right? Well, there were times we would forget we could have gone certain places because we had the time. Also, it prevents sitting around saying, so.... what are we gonna do? If you have a list you can make sure to take advantage of the summer weather and stay busy. We make family time a huge priority and you don't have to spend a ton of money if any at all when you make a fun list of activities that can be done at home, in your local town, or a day trip away from home. Please remember that your list should fit your wallet, and be unique to your family's needs and wants. Are you ready to be inspired?! 

Here's the list!:

- Drive-in theater in Riverside, Ca.

- Visit our local museum

- Visit at least 3 museums in L.A. (Some days are free admission to certain ones)

- Go to the San Diego Zoo

- Have a bonfire while cooking dinner outside on the grill at least 5 times during the summer

- Visit La Placita Olvera in Los Angeles http://www.olvera-street.com/ 

- China Town in L.A.

- El Mercadito in L.A. 

- (We do this often) Take the dogs for a walk in Downtown Palm Springs

- Go to the beach, Santa Monica is at the top of our beach list (I'll take recommendations on SoCal beaches)

- Play tennis at the park

- Put a mattress in the living room and watch movies all night 

- Hiking---- La Quinta Trails, Palm Desert Bump and Grind, Palm Springs Indian Canyon Trails 

- Swimming at the pool 

- Take a day trip to Lake Hemet and Idyllwild

- Visit L.A. Fashion District

- Watch the new Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Movie of course! 

I'm excited and can't wait to post and share all of our summer adventures with you guys! 

-I've added some random photos of my little fam haha-

Liebster Nomination Award

What is the Liebster Award?? 

The Liebster Award is a blogging community gem, encouraging up-and-coming bloggers to share pieces of themselves with the world. 

The rules are simple:

          1.Thank the blogger who nominated you.

          2. Display the award on your blog.

          3. Answer a set of 11 questions provided by the nominating blogger. 

          4. Post 11 random facts about yourself.

          5. Nominate 11 blogs with less than 1000 followers. 

          6. Create your own set of questions for your nominees to answer.

Now It's My Turn!

I want to give a big thanks to Blogger @Teacupgeek for my nomination! Listed below are the answers to the 11 questions, and a list of 11 random facts. Enjoy!

1. When and why did you start blogging. I've actually been blogging for a few years on and off but my son and college have always been first priority. I was told numerous times by family members that I should write a book on my thoughts, knowledge, and experience but blogging is much more fun. 

2.What are your favorite things to blog about. Hiking, my son, my experiences, and soon hopefully my obsession with cleaning and kitchen gadgets.  

3. What are your hobbies besides blogging. Hiking, camping, and spending time with my son and boyfriend. 

4. What are the biggest challenges you have faced while blogging. Getting people to read my content and give me a chance before they become disinterested. My current biggest challenge is getting paid for my posts. 

5. Describe yourself using only three words. Passionate, loyal, feisty.

6. What is your favorite quote, and why does it mean so much to you? Anything by RM Drake. It is so heartfelt and beautifully confusing.  

7. If money was no object, what would be the first thing you would do? Pay bills and move to Italy.  

8. Do you have any pets? (If not, what pet would you like to have)? Yes, dogs.

9. What is your most prized possession? Why does it mean so much? My photographs. All of our memories are captured in time. 

10. What is your most cherished memory so far? Going camping at Big Bear for my son's and boyfriend's bday and taking a helicopter ride for the first time with them!

11. Where do you see yourself in a years time? In the process of buying a house with a pool. 

Random Facts: I crochet, I enjoy hiking more than most people, I am my own worst critic, my feelings get easily hurt, I love to bake, I can't have gluten but I don't have Celiacs, I love to travel, I can only take naps on the beach in the summer, I don't allow my dogs in the kitchen, I like pilates and cardio workouts, I'm addicted to chocolate. 

Nomination Time!

Now it's time to nominate some fellow bloggers to answer eleven questions of my choosing. I hope you find them fun! 

-Extraordinarily Average Life - Face of AliceMarie - Earl Gray Times - Curly Chronicles - Odyssey - Aseels Corner - Greta Hollar - Small Towns and City Lights - Erin Cusack - Adulting Daily - More Than Rubies 

The Questions Are:

1. What type of blogger are you?

2. Why do you blog? 

3. If you could go anywhere in the world where would it be? 

4. Is your family supportive of your blogging?

5. When do you find time to blog?

6.What do you do when you're not blogging? 

7. What is your favorite food or recipe?

8. Have you ever used an Uber driver? How was your experience?

9. Do you consider yourself sporty or girly? Why?

10. Are you a purse or a shoes girl?

11. What advice would you give other bloggers?

Just because your blog isn't nominated doesn't mean you can't get involved! Answer away and share your link in the comments! :D