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May 13, 2016 by: Melanie

Planning for Summer Family Moments That Last + Free Printable

I’ve teamed up with my friends at Zappos.com to talk about summer fun, families, and creating memories that last a lifetime.  #FindYourFun with Crocs and Zappos.com

 

The older my kids get, the more sentimental I get around graduation season. This year, my husband and I know eight high school students who are graduating from high school. That’s eight families who are sending their son or daughter off to college or some sort of adventure. Pondering on this for too long makes me entirely too sappy about my own kids.

I still have littles at home, but the truth is that the days are long yet the years are short. This summer, I will have three year old triplets and a six year old daughter. I’m astutely aware of the fact that I will never have that again.

 

Making Family Moments Matter AD

 

And it makes me sad. But it also makes me determined to make every moment and each summer memory last.

You see, I feel that part of my job as a mother is to help my kids explore the world and have new adventures. At the same time, I desire for them to always remember their roots and they bond that we share as a family. While big vacations and holidays are great, I believe there is no greater time of connection than those every day moments.

 

The glass of lemonade and swinging on the front porch.

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Playing chase and climbing in the back yard.

 

Making Family Moments Matter AD

 

Exploring nature and turning sticks into swords.

 

Making Family Moments Matter AD

 

And climbing the stairs to head into the house for family dinner.

 

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After several summers of still reeling from the fact that we have triplets, THIS summer will be the one where we find our fun. I don’t have all the answers on how to create bonds for my kids that will last a lifetime, but I’m determined to try. And a summer filled with water, picnics, and parks sounds like a great way to start.

 

To gear up the family for our summer adventures, I teamed up with my friends over at Zappos.com to outfit us all in awesome-sauce Crocs. Zappos promises fast, free shipping, a 365 day return policy (umm..that’s a whole year!), and great customer service. One of my little boys will spend the summer sporting the Crocs Kids Swiftwater Realtree Xtra Clog, while the others will be wearing the regular Crocs Kids Swiftwater Clog in different colors. I love how the Crocs pair just as well with casual outfits as they do with these cute shorts and dress shirts!

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My daughter chose the Crocs Kids Isabella Glitter Jelly Flat. I also found Crocs for the hubby and me. Hold the phone! Who would ever think that the men’s Crocs Swiftwater Mesh Moc and the women’s Crocs Isabella Flats are Crocs? They are super comfortable, stylish, and pair well with everything!

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I’m excited to see where our family summer adventures take us, and I’ve even designed a free printable for you today as an expression of my excitement.

Explore the World. Remember Your Roots free printable for decor or a graduation card, etc. AD

 

This printable is a combination of font and a hand drawn design.

 

Explore the World. Remember Your Roots free printable for decor or a graduation card, etc. AD

 

Explore the World. Remember Your Roots free printable for decor or a graduation card, etc. AD

 

 

 

 

 

 

To grab the free printable, right click on the photo below to save it to your computer. Print it using your favorite photo software, resizing it to your needs. It would look lovely as a graduation card or framed!

 

Explore the World. Remember Your Roots free printable for decor or a graduation card, etc. AD

 

Explore the World. Remember Your Roots free printable for decor or a graduation card, etc. AD

Family adventures and bonding can be as simple as going to the park or having a back yard picnic. They do not have to be elaborate or expensive. So, tell me, how will your family #FindYourFun this summer?

 

 

Credits:

Photo Mock-up on Dawn Nicole Designs

 

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Comments

  1. Mary H says

    May 13, 2016 at 9:07 am

    How cute are those little feet in the crocs! And who knew they had cute jellys for women? That brings back childhood memories!

    • Melanie says

      May 13, 2016 at 2:04 pm

      I know; it really does!

  2. Angela says

    May 16, 2016 at 11:43 am

    I love this! Time really does fly and it is so important to create those memories! Love zappos! Awesome prices and such a huge selection!

  3. Charbel says

    May 16, 2016 at 7:34 pm

    Those look really comfy! Definitely going to need to check them out 🙂

  4. Emily says

    May 16, 2016 at 8:07 pm

    I am getting so excited for summer, and planning what the kids and I will do. Also, those shoes are adorable!

  5. Danita says

    May 16, 2016 at 8:55 pm

    Those are some super cute shoes! Nice pedi, too. Have fun exploring this summer with your kids!

  6. Katie Clark says

    May 16, 2016 at 10:19 pm

    I love those shoes! And I agree – i think the summer is such a great time to make memories with our loved ones. My favorite memories growing up are from the sumer 🙂

  7. Michele says

    May 16, 2016 at 11:41 pm

    I must have those jellies! I loved jellies as a teen….. And those crocs on the littles feet are adorable!

  8. Nicole says

    May 17, 2016 at 7:27 am

    I love crocs! My kids feel comfortable wearing them. 🙂

  9. Kathleen says

    May 17, 2016 at 10:46 am

    I love the picture of all of the cute tiny feet. That’s fun. I just bought my husband some Crocks the other day. I will check out Zappos.

  10. [email protected] says

    May 17, 2016 at 11:26 am

    Oh my goodness!! Those flats are everything!!! SO cute!

  11. Diana Rambles says

    May 17, 2016 at 3:05 pm

    I just love the photos in this post. Getting the feet/legs is such a good idea. Cute printable!

  12. Kelly says

    May 18, 2016 at 2:10 am

    I love your printable! The heart shaped earth is just precious.

   
   
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