Nostalgic Summers: The Freedom of Childhood - Then vs. Now

In this episode of the Changing Our Minds podcast, Karrilee and Kayelyn reflect on their childhood summers, discussing the differences between their experiences growing up and how they are raising their children today. They explore themes of freedom, community, and the importance of outdoor play, while also addressing the challenges of balancing work and family activities during the summer months. The conversation highlights the nostalgia of simpler times and the desire to create meaningful summer experiences for their kids.

Takeaways:
Summers in the 70s and 80s were largely unsupervised and filled with outdoor play.
Community played a significant role in childhood safety and freedom.
There is a nostalgic longing for the carefree summers of the past.
Today's children often have more structured and supervised summer experiences.
Balancing work and family activities can be challenging during the summer.
Creating opportunities for outdoor play is essential for children's development.
Parents today are more cautious about their children's independence.
Summer vacations were less frequent but more meaningful in the past.
Encouraging creativity and independence in children is important.
Finding a balance between routine and spontaneity is key to a fulfilling summer.

Chapters:
00:00 Welcome and June Reflections
02:29 Summertime Memories: A Generational Comparison
14:50 Childhood Freedom vs. Modern Parenting Challenges
16:49 Nostalgic Summer Memories
20:07 Family Vacations and Traditions
25:11 Balancing Work and Family Life
30:06 Creating Meaningful Summer Experiences

Plus, of course, our 3-2-1's!

3 Things We're INTO, 2 Things We're LOOKING FORWARD TO, & 1 Thing We are OVER:

KARRILEE's 3-2-1's:
3 Things INTO:
1. Treadmill (aka Millie 2.0)
2. Fresh Flowers in the house!
3. Ellie Chase Horsetail Strengthener Nail Polish

2 Things LOOKING FORWARD TO:
1. The Beach!
2. Il Makiage... Power Polish Exfoliator

1 Thing OVER:
1. Giving all our money to the dentist

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KAYELYN's 3-2-1's:
3 Things INTO:
1. Great American Rejects House Parties
2. Clayworks/Pottery
3. Probiotics

2 Things LOOKING FORWARD TO:
1. Short Summer Trips
2. Haircut & Color

1 Thing OVER:
1. Plants that die!

Happy June! 
We'll be back in JULY!
~Karrilee & Kayelyn~