Can you believe that it is already May? Wow! And I’m still waiting around to start getting in bikini shape. Actually, I’ve been waiting for about six years to get into bikini shape. I guess the bikini is going to be bypassed once more. Thank Goodness for tankinis and gym shorts! If you are trying to tone up for summer, then why not design your fitness routine to suit your personality? After all, the trick to sticking with a workout is to do something you enjoy. And while you are flaunting around in your swimsuit, don’t forget to plan for some summertime adventures for the kids so they don’t end up bored out of their minds. I mean, really, a Slip ‘n’ Slide can only entertain for so long! But when you’re not in your swimsuit, use that opportunity to try out some of the tropical fashions that are everywhere this summer. You’ll be one hot mama!

May is also the perfect time to take your learning activities outside. Personally, I don’t think I could keep the kids inside if my life depended on it. The call of a blue sky and puffy clouds is just too tempting. And when their hungry tummies bring them inside, go ahead and let them help out in the kitchen. After all, when little hands help prepare the food then little mouths are more likely to eat it.

And as every home manager knows, our job of spinning plates is never-ending. But with a few basic tips, you’ll be spinning them with style and finesse (maybe even adding a few more). Just don’t forget to take some time to focus on yourself. If you don’t do it, then no one else will. Take some moments out of the day for some basic skin care and maybe even a bit of pampering. But don’t let your personal time stop there. There’s no better time than the present to set some personal goals and go after them. As usual, don’t forget to check out your personality prescription and make time to do eight great things. And keep living it just the way you are!

Keep living it just the way you are!