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June 8, 2019

I’M BUMMED ABOUT SUMMER!

Hey Brandon,

I’m totally bummed because school is almost out!!! I know what you’re thinking – most kids are super excited to be free for the summer! And yeah, I’m looking forward to a break from teachers, homework, and getting up early every morning. But honestly, those things are worth dealing with when it means I get to hang out with my friends every day! I don’t live close enough to walk or bike to any of my friends’ houses! I’m going to be sooo bored and I’m going to miss everyone sooo much! What am I going to do?!?!

Super Sad Summer

What’s Up Super Sad Summer,

I definitely know lots of people who are really excited about summer and some people reading your letter might think that’s crazy. But hey, I totally get it. I like seeing friends every day. I also like the structure of a regular school day. You just…know what to expect from each day when you get up in the morning, right? That appeals to my personality. And honestly? I don’t hate ALL of my homework. Some of it is interesting.

So yeah, I get it. A long summer stretched out ahead of you can seem like it’s going to last forever. And missing your friends is the worst! Here are some things I’m doing to make the most of my summer. Maybe some of them will work for you, too:

  1. Stay busy. Some families are super busy with camps, activities, and travel. But even if you’re not doing any of that, you can find ways to stay busy. See if there’s anywhere you can volunteer, like an animal shelter or a library, or even going on walks to pick up litter in parks or on beaches. Maybe you can make some money babysitting, mowing lawns, or walking dogs. You could also sign up for activities that interest you, like music lessons, drawing classes, or martial arts. They’re also a great way to make new friends to hang with over the summer.
  2. Set goals. It could be as small as finishing a jigsaw puzzle, mastering a video game, or reading a book (I personally recommend my good friend Max Crumbly’s newest one, The Misadventures Of Max Crumbly 3: Masters of Mischief). Or it could be as big as training for a 5K or learning to play an instrument. You could try knitting a scarf or planting a garden. If your goal is too easy, try setting one you can’t complete in a day or a week. Something that will take some time, practice and studying YouTube tutorials to really master. It’ll keep you busy AND you’ll have accomplished something at the end of the summer.
  3. Spend time with family. If you have siblings, they might be bored too. I know it’s not the same as hanging with friends, but maybe there are some fun things you can do with your siblings to pass the time – or even have fun! 🙂 You guys could have movie marathons, board games, or campouts in the backyard, to name a few. Or if you don’t have any siblings, hang with other family members instead.
  4. Catch up on all of your fav shows, movies, and videos. Parents tend to limit how much screen time we get while we’re in school and have homework to do. So, now is your chance to go crazy with TV, Netflix, or YouTube!
  5. Spend time with your friends. Okay, I know you said you don’t live close enough, but if you make an effort to coordinate with parents, I’m sure you can arrange some sleepovers or other ways to hang with them. And if not, there’s always video chatting or other kinds of digital communication. I know it’s not the same, but still—it’s not like you say goodbye on the last day of school and then never hear from your friends again until fall.

I hope these ideas help. I know it seems like summer is going to last forever, but it really won’t. You’ll be back to school and hanging with friends before you know it. And maybe you’ll get some more ideas in the comments of how to spend your summer!

Hey guys, how do YOU pass the time during summer? How do you stay connected with friends if you don’t live close by? Tell us about it in the comments.

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  1. SecretlyShe ra says

    June 22, 2019 at 4:55 pm

    I have some suggestions that you might like!
    1.Fashion show (It could be starring only you )
    2.Swimming at the pool (Hey,when you can’t bike to your freinds,splash in the pool! You could also join a swim team!)
    3.Watch vids on youtube (I like Leah ashe (Roblox youtuber) Moonkitti (The book series by erin hunter warriors ( (youtuber) (I highly recomend Moonkitti for anoyone who likes warriors and comedy,cuz she’s VERY funny!
    4.BAKING OR BAKE SALE!!:(Ok,srry bout caps,but I just LOVE baking! You could do a bakesale for the homeless,or (

    just a bake sale for fun!)
    5,.Redocarate your room !(Cleaning isn’t fun,but you could move the funiture around!)
    Hope this helps!
    -Secretly shera
    Remember:You can be a hero,too!

  2. bye bye bae says

    June 22, 2019 at 7:20 am

    imma miss my crush like crazy but i have a 2week camp a week after school so… and he lives super close to me he gos to the park and shop and beach with my friends but i cannot stare at him all day now awww

  3. M.K. Dagger says

    June 22, 2019 at 5:05 am

    don’t u have homework?
    my teacher says so far there’s gonna be 12p of geometry, 21p of algebra, 20p of both English and Japanese,(Im japanese) ad some more for history, social studies, bio and physics 2.
    AND there’s only 31 days of summer for japanese kids.
    UGH

    • ry says

      June 22, 2019 at 6:41 pm

      sorry! but you get like a lot of little breaks in the year right? i had a class about japan at school like a year ago so i hardly remember anything

  4. :( says

    June 22, 2019 at 3:20 am

    Same, but my bff is moving to a diff state

  5. Name is Optional (NEVER use yo says

    June 21, 2019 at 8:43 pm

    i see some of my friends at the pool in the summer. there’s also summer school but it’s more like a day camp. i know how you feel Super Sad Summer! i only saw one of my friend s this summer. at summer school, i made a friend who is a 2nd grader.

  6. dorkalicious says

    June 21, 2019 at 5:28 pm

    bro i totally get how you feel! five of my friends are moving this summer and i probably will never get to see them again.

  7. dorky girl says

    June 21, 2019 at 2:09 pm

    I think it’s great that you will miss your friends. I am moving schools and i have to leave my best friend. like you i will miss my friends

    • M.K. Dagger says

      June 22, 2019 at 4:58 am

      Me 2 when I was seven i moved to america then when i turned nine i moved back to japan.
      I missed my friends both times, but u make new ones, even if u don’t speak their language at all.
      I think i turned out tough because of that experience!

    • THISISMETHINKING101 says

      June 22, 2019 at 12:47 pm

      Well, if they are real friends you have a pretty good chance of seeing them in the future, Doorkalicious. LOL I can totally relate. I am Brazillian and moved to america. I never talked to a lot of my “friends” again, but actually stayed in touch with some that i didn’t realize were closer to me as a friend than I thought. LOL cringe

  8. Summer unicorn says

    June 21, 2019 at 3:34 am

    I am on summer break to and I am sad to
    bummer in the summer

  9. K1ttyc0rn :D says

    June 20, 2019 at 8:24 am

    I spend my time texting friends, playing games, on social media, and listening to music on my phone <3

  10. CatLuver27 ilovecats says

    June 19, 2019 at 10:03 am

    Maybe just go to the same Summer School each Summer so you can still have friends!

    • ry says

      June 22, 2019 at 6:44 pm

      but your friends might not be there

  11. Lune says

    June 19, 2019 at 9:15 am

    So love i like it soooooo a lot

  12. Dog man says

    June 18, 2019 at 7:43 pm

    Yeah same here cause I go to a school where everyone lives all around the state. It’s crazy. Why, one of the kids lives one state away!

  13. Billie ellish fangirl_official says

    June 18, 2019 at 3:52 pm

    I would never miss my friends cuz i can just message them on roblox

  14. Anonymous says

    June 18, 2019 at 2:34 pm

    LOL at least you have friends

  15. Unpopular Joke says

    June 17, 2019 at 4:39 pm

    It’s not summer vacation to secondary for me just yet but I don’t really like 90% of the people in my class so I can’t wait

  16. Anonymous says

    June 17, 2019 at 1:26 pm

    I love it

  17. amelia says

    June 16, 2019 at 11:51 pm

    I’d make a summer bucket list

  18. Superbusysumerr says

    June 16, 2019 at 11:02 am

    Here’s a list of my favorite things to do:
    1. Exercise (a good way to stay in shape and have fun)
    2. Bake (baking is so fun, and tasty too)
    3. Bake sale (linked to baking, it’s a great way to make money)
    4. Make crafts (the classic rubber band ball, etc)
    5. Blanket FORT!!!

    etc.

  19. dorkie fan says

    June 16, 2019 at 9:06 am

    i get that you miss your friends so also who said you cant speak to them call just enjoy your time off relax and stay safe

  20. Super Sad Summer says

    June 16, 2019 at 8:42 am

    Thanks, Crystal Gemma

  21. Cutie pie says

    June 16, 2019 at 8:40 am

    I go on holiday! This year I’m going to Hawaii

    • M.K. Dagger says

      June 22, 2019 at 5:00 am

      Me too! hope we meet

  22. Dork Queen says

    June 15, 2019 at 9:34 pm

    I love school a lot myself and I don’t like summer like most kids because I just love school! So, I get you!

  23. Choir geek says

    June 15, 2019 at 3:25 pm

    If you’re really bored during the end of summer, you can also spend that last bit of time prepping for the fall and winter holidays I personally would spend most of my summer vacation preparing for Christmas and winter!

  24. kk says

    June 15, 2019 at 11:50 am

    I feel the same way. I just catch up on my fav t.v. shows. I also read books.

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