Fun Things to Do While You’re Stuck at Home
Whether you’re stuck at home this week or not, you can save this article for a rainy day. People are getting stir crazy and might be looking for new ideas to try at home. We’re thankful for the nice weather lately but there’s nowhere to go so here are some things you and your crew can try in the meantime.
Plan your next vacation – Sure, we don’t know what the future holds so we can’t lock in dates right away but you can look into where you’re going and what there is to do. If you’re dying for a beach vacation, you can plan out an itinerary for a Destin, Florida trip. Look up restaurants, read reviews, see when the Happy Hours are. Find out about bike rentals and bike paths to check out.
Start cooking - So many people have recipes saved up that they intend to try one day. Use this time to start trying those or work on making your own. Pinterest has endless ideas for every category of cooking and baking. Or watch your favorite cooking channel and pick up some great tips. Several grocery stores are still offering grocery delivery so take advantage of the opportunity and you won’t have to go out.
Get organized - Now is the time to get rid of clutter. You might be thinking how you can clean when the whole family is home around the clock. We’re talking about long-term ideas, not the living room. Go through your spice cabinet. Purge those closets and throw out clothes that don’t fit or never get worn. When the kids aren’t looking, box up old books or toys they no longer use. Think of ways to benefit your stay-home crew like organizing snacks in the pantry so everyone can get their own. Or a meal plan so dinners are known ahead of time.
Go back in time – We mean use “snail mail”. When was the last time you sent a real letter? Some of you probably not in years. But how much do you love getting a personal card or letter in the mail? Make a list of friends and family you miss and want to make smile. Order some envelopes and blank cards or get out a notebook and start writing.
Make an epic fort – Forts have come a long way since we were little. We used to just tie a few sheets together and put them across some furniture and call it a day. That’s pretty fun but there are several ways you can take your blanket fort skills up a notch with some other household items.
We’re all affected somehow by the weird times we’re in, but you can still find ways to stay positive during your day. Until you’re back enjoying the views at your 30A vacation rental, try some of our staying-home suggestions and spread some positivity. Hopefully, the beaches will be back open soon and we can get back to the normal life. Stay safe everyone!
Published on Wednesday, April 1, 2020