“travel” there, help them find this
country on a map and conduct simple
online searches to isolate one or more
dishes, which are doable for the family
meal, such as Allrecipes.com’s collec-
tion of easy ethnic fare.
Whether Moroccan, Filipino or
Indian ingredients are on your grocery
list, do what you can to assemble all
required ingredients for your unforget-
table dinner.
Surprise your kids by tak-
ing them bowling! Go to one of
many AMF locations, or visit TripAdvi-
sor to hear what people say about the
many “bells and whistles” independent
bowling alleys offer.
Alternatively, strap on roller skates
and beat the heat while bebopping to
80s tunes (or whatever theme you en-
counter). The kids will be mesmerized
by the shimmering light displays and
learn a new skill without once feeling
like they’re exercising. A quick search
will pull up several area rinks.
Summer averages some tough
temps, so when the pool is old news,
head out the door for some indoor, cli-
mate-controlled spirited movement.
Surprise your kids with
pizza delivery at a new
park. If the humidity and heat are
manageable, take the kids to a new
playground, easily discovered by using
your handy Playground Buddy app —
it’s free! The “new” playground equip-
ment and different layout will serve to
elicit the oohs and ahhs that confirm
you’re the best parent ever.
To top off the excitement, in stealth,
order Domino’s pizza and have it magi-
cally delivered to the playground, taking
advantage of the company’s new uncon-
ventional delivery initiative, which uses
150,000 outdoor hotspots. Find a shady
spot, whip out a blanket and ta-da, you’ll
have the best table — and probably the
happiest kids — at the park.
Kathryn Streeter’s writing has ap-
peared in publications including AARP,
The Washington Post and The Week.
Find her on Twitter, @streeterkathryn.
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