Creative Child September 2020 | Page 17

Rest And Relaxation Parents are always running errands, managing the calendar, dropping kids here and there, attempting to keep up with chores, all while working. We are a busy society and this busy life can cause exhaustion. Quarantine has given us the chance to reduce the places we need to be on any given day. No commute means we can sleep in. We have more time for leisurely activities that we didn’t have time for in the past such as watching movies, reading, and crafts. Practice self care and do something you enjoy with or without the kids. Tackling Projects Any homeowner will tell you that home improvement projects are never ending. Quarantine has given families a chance to spruce up their homes. Have you always wanted to repaint your living room? Now is the time. Make a list of home improvement projects you would like to get done and see what you can tackle as a family. This is also a great learning opportunity for the kids as they experience first hand how to do new things and the value of hard work. 16