Dear Reader:

It might seem strange … already thinking of a day off when the schools in the area just started back this week… but I am thinking of an adult ” Ferris Bueller’s Day Off?” ( Singles, Parents, Grandparents… retired teachers…really all adults!)

What got me thinking along these lines was a pretty candle image I saw in a magazine recently that made me smile and nod in consent.

Being a Functional Adult Every Day Seems a Bit Excessive …

It really does… when you think about it? Adulting is hard work… a profession unto itself… and everyone needs a break from every stage in life… whether single, parenting or grand parenting ( aunt-ing or uncle-ing. )

Aren’t we adults supposed to be continuously ” responsible ” and ” proper?” Mother was into both terms equally… she was that southern mom who would glare at you if you ” showed out” by breaking etiquette rules and say things like ” Look at you … embarrassing your family… people are going to think you were born in a barn! ”

( I was always tempted to remind mother that I knew of ” Someone born in a barn Who turned out pretty darn good” … but in mother’s eyes that would be close enough to ” blasphemy ” to keep you grounded for a l-o-n-g time! ) Silence is Golden!!!

An article I read on this topic stated we adults should all take a ” recess” occasionally and let our inner child come out to play.

Several other psychologists jumped in on this thought and discussed all the mental and physical health benefits of taking time for play throughout our lives… regardless of age.

We should keep coloring books on our desks or kitchen tables …surrounded by colorful pens and pencils! One can feel the stress oozing out while concentrating on coloring or other art endeavors.

Chocolate attack … go get that milkshake, ice cream soda, or slice of chocolate cake … and enjoy every bite!

Build sand castles at the beach …and don’t worry about the sand and mud in your bathing suit! 👍

Take a break from daily check-off lists… instead live in the moment as each opportunity presents itself… like children.

So until tomorrow… play joyfully, immersed in the moment… learn something new … take a Ferris Bueller’s Day off!

Today is my favorite day-Winnie the Pooh

And yesterday the last race was run! Charleston schools started with Eva Cate and Jake… first day jitters but also excitement!

My child-like adventure yesterday took me to the source of the 100 Rainbow Mystery Light…