Summer is officially up and running. I do mean literally running for anyone who has a younger child. First off, daycare. Every parent battles the fact of when to be able to trust their oldest to be at home by themselves. When they are home alone, we receive the calls non-stop about everything from the neighbor walking by to the dog might need to go outside.
Then secondly, all of the summer things: T-ball, swimming lessons, practices and all of the camps that need to be attended. I do believe someone who was not a parent decided that June needed to have any and all kid activities packed into every single day.
Last, but certainly not least, the heat of the Midwest. It is here ready or not and not going to cool off for a few months. When you are traveling to all of those games, make sure you have the sunscreen and plenty of liquid in your water bottle. No judging of what type of liquid you have chosen!
The first month of summer holds changes for not only parents, but also for the year. We are six months into 2026 which marks half way into our year. Have you made any improvements for 2026?
Just a few shorts months ago at our meeting in Cedar Falls, Ryan Dohrn told attendees about how he had googled the greatest inventions to date and his results determined the printing press was one of them. According to Wikipedia, the printing press was invented in Germany around 1440 by Johannes Gutenberg which started the Printing Revolution.
Let that sink in. Our publications are still thriving over 500 years later due to one of the greatest inventions. Change is always necessary. In fact, I am sure several of you have heard me say it before that this industry hasn’t gotten to where it is without change. Don’t forget the power of YOU and what you can change to make a difference.
Don’t fall into the summer blues! Get out and take some photos (hint: might be some good ones of moms with water bottles). Start a new special section. Tell someone’s story or, better yet, promote someone’s business with an ad.
Always promote your own publication too. Remember we have been around for over 500 years and we aren’t going anywhere!
What each and every one of us does each day IS important. We are here for our communities. Change your thinking and remember the power of you this summer!
Lastly, don’t worry parents, school will start again in the fall! You can do this. Before you know it, they will be walking down the aisle so don’t forget to enjoy the changes of summertime.
Then secondly, all of the summer things: T-ball, swimming lessons, practices and all of the camps that need to be attended. I do believe someone who was not a parent decided that June needed to have any and all kid activities packed into every single day.
Last, but certainly not least, the heat of the Midwest. It is here ready or not and not going to cool off for a few months. When you are traveling to all of those games, make sure you have the sunscreen and plenty of liquid in your water bottle. No judging of what type of liquid you have chosen!
The first month of summer holds changes for not only parents, but also for the year. We are six months into 2026 which marks half way into our year. Have you made any improvements for 2026?
Just a few shorts months ago at our meeting in Cedar Falls, Ryan Dohrn told attendees about how he had googled the greatest inventions to date and his results determined the printing press was one of them. According to Wikipedia, the printing press was invented in Germany around 1440 by Johannes Gutenberg which started the Printing Revolution.
Let that sink in. Our publications are still thriving over 500 years later due to one of the greatest inventions. Change is always necessary. In fact, I am sure several of you have heard me say it before that this industry hasn’t gotten to where it is without change. Don’t forget the power of YOU and what you can change to make a difference.
Don’t fall into the summer blues! Get out and take some photos (hint: might be some good ones of moms with water bottles). Start a new special section. Tell someone’s story or, better yet, promote someone’s business with an ad.
Always promote your own publication too. Remember we have been around for over 500 years and we aren’t going anywhere!
What each and every one of us does each day IS important. We are here for our communities. Change your thinking and remember the power of you this summer!
Lastly, don’t worry parents, school will start again in the fall! You can do this. Before you know it, they will be walking down the aisle so don’t forget to enjoy the changes of summertime.