My family loves going out for a break. We do once a week break by just going to a mall and spend time with kids playing at Games Archive department. Sometimes we go to a bookshop and pretend like we’re reading books. These are the days when we go out for a one-day break. But what about those 5-8 day breaks? How do we enjoy it? Again, let me count the ways:
1. pack light
2. plan on what to do when
3. whatever you plan, don’t do too many things in one day. It makes the kids grumpy when they’re tired.
4. don’t break the kid’s daily habit like napping in the afternoon. I make sure my kids get their naps in the afternoons even when we’re on holiday. It really makes a difference when they are rested.
5. don’t forget to eat. Sometimes, we have a tendency to forget to eat, especially when we’re out and enjoying ourselves. one way to make the kids grumpy is to starve them.
6. sometimes, when we go for a break with kids around, our activities revolve around kiddie activities. se set a time to do your own thing while the kids are napping/sleeping. i do my readings, reflections, movies, and “others” when the kids are sleeping.
7. choose holiday destinations that are family friendly or children appropriate places. With internet nowadays, it is easy to choose holiday destinations. And while we’re at it, you might wanna check Outer Banks rentals.
8. eat healthy, drink a lot of water. that’s the way it should be.
9. and no matter what… just have fun.