{"id":10307,"date":"2018-08-13T07:00:46","date_gmt":"2018-08-13T11:00:46","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.elfster.com\/?p=10307"},"modified":"2023-02-10T13:57:41","modified_gmt":"2023-02-10T18:57:41","slug":"how-to-beat-the-summer-is-almost-over-blues","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/2018\/08\/13\/how-to-beat-the-summer-is-almost-over-blues\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Beat the Summer\u2019s Almost Over Blues"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Summer is not over yet, there\u2019s still a few weeks left to lounge in your unicorn pool float or spend the day munching on nothing but ice cream and ros\u00e9. Enjoy every moment you can of these last few weeks, but know that the end is in sight. To <a href=\"\/blog\/2018\/08\/20\/how-to-make-back-to-school-more-fun-for-kids\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ease the pain<\/a> we all feel this time of year, we\u2019ve come up with a few ways to beat the summer\u2019s (almost) over blues.<\/p>\n<h4>Plan a Staycation<\/h4>\n<figure id=\"attachment_10314\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-10314\" style=\"width: 320px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-10314\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/staycation-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"relax in a local hotel\" width=\"320\" height=\"213\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/staycation-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/staycation-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/staycation-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/staycation-405x270.jpg 405w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 100vw, 320px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-10314\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Treat yourself to a relaxing night away. | Image courtesy <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?sa=i&amp;source=images&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwj4vJaZrurcAhVHON8KHWtwB0QQjRx6BAgBEAU&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.bahrain-confidential.com%2Fa-guide-to-staycations%2F&amp;psig=AOvVaw2_O6Y93RVzT42x3DkKdMrY&amp;ust=1534261116494273\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Bahrain Confidential<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Vacations are an amazing end-of-summer tradition, but if you just can\u2019t swing it this summer, try a \u201cstaycation.&#8221; Stay one night in a local hotel and pretend you are far away from all of the craziness of your everyday routines. Sleep in, order room service, pretend you are tourists for the day, whatever you do just let yourself relax and feel like you are anywhere but home.<\/p>\n<h4>Host an End-0f-Summer Gift Exchange<\/h4>\n<figure id=\"attachment_10316\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-10316\" style=\"width: 220px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-10316\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/hello-fall-gifts-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"fall mug\" width=\"220\" height=\"220\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/hello-fall-gifts-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/hello-fall-gifts-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/hello-fall-gifts-270x270.jpg 270w, https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/hello-fall-gifts.jpg 570w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 220px) 100vw, 220px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-10316\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Share cozy fall vibes with a friend. | Image courtesy Etsy seller <a href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/shop\/Zookaboo?ref=l2-shopheader-name\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Zookaboo<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Nothing cheers people up like a party and even better if it\u2019s a party that revolves around presents. Make it super easy and use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/gift-exchange-generator\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Elfster<\/a> to plan an end-of-summer gift exchange with your best friends or family. Encourage everyone to bring gifts that are fall related to get excited and ready for all those cozy fall vibes.<\/p>\n<h4>Embrace the Positives<\/h4>\n<figure id=\"attachment_10323\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-10323\" style=\"width: 341px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-10323 \" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/fall-feelings-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"get cozy in fall\" width=\"341\" height=\"227\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/fall-feelings-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/fall-feelings-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/fall-feelings-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/fall-feelings-405x270.jpeg 405w, https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/fall-feelings.jpeg 1050w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 341px) 100vw, 341px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-10323\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Curl up with a good book as summer fades to fall. | Image courtesy Unsplash user <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/NuO6iTBkHxE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Alex Geerts<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>I am actually one of those people who loves everything about the Fall. I love the coziness, the cooler days and the fresh starts. Even if you aren\u2019t <i>totally<\/i> on my page, focus on the things you DO love about fall. Treat yourself to some fun back-to-school gear or stock up on cozy throws for crisper nights or test out some hearty new recipes for your first big tailgate, just choose what you love about the season and embrace it.<\/p>\n<h4>Create an End-of-Summer Tradition<\/h4>\n<figure id=\"attachment_10317\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-10317\" style=\"width: 320px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-10317\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/friends-at-bbq--300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"end of summer barbeque\" width=\"320\" height=\"213\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/friends-at-bbq--300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/friends-at-bbq--1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/friends-at-bbq--768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/friends-at-bbq--1536x1025.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/friends-at-bbq--2048x1367.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/friends-at-bbq--405x270.jpeg 405w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 100vw, 320px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-10317\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Start a new tradition to bid farewell to summer.&nbsp;<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>This could be one of the above ideas or even something super simple like an annual <a href=\"\/blog\/2017\/05\/18\/hot-summer-kickoff-party-theme-ideas-planning-outdoor-activities-sunny-days\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">neighborhood BBQ<\/a> or a day trip to the lake. But whatever it is, choose one thing and focus on making it a yearly tradition. Make it something to look forward to and also be a time when you relive your favorite summer memories each year.<\/p>\n<h4>Let Your Memories Live on in Photos<\/h4>\n<figure id=\"attachment_10322\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-10322\" style=\"width: 320px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-10322\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/create-memories-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"photo collage\" width=\"320\" height=\"213\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/create-memories-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/create-memories-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/create-memories-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/create-memories-405x270.jpg 405w, https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/create-memories.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 100vw, 320px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-10322\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Preserve those cherished summer memories. | Image courtesy <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?sa=i&amp;source=images&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjR_o-F3OrcAhVGc98KHeceDXMQjRx6BAgBEAU&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.sandyalamode.com%2F2015%2F05%2F03%2Fdiy-instagram-wall-art-with-washi-tape%2F&amp;psig=AOvVaw2p4llM3smlXZtbFmoGs-cG&amp;ust=1534273287486736\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Sandy a la Mode<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>When the summer days are winding down, spend some time sorting through your photos and turning them into something special. Create a photo book with <a href=\"http:\/\/www.blurb.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Blurb<\/a>, create a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.minted.com\/product\/wall-art-prints\/MIN-UQZ-GCP\/mod-collage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">photo wall art<\/a> from Minted or even get a favorite shot turned into an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instapaint.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">oil painting<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The summers always come and go faster than you imagine, so enjoy what\u2019s left but also prepare yourself to look forward and embrace what\u2019s next.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>If you\u2019re looking for a few things to finish out the summer, check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/shop\/gift-guides\/188\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Summer Fun Gift Guide<\/a> or head here to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/secret-santa-generator\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">start a gift exchange<\/a>. You can follow Elfster on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/elfster\/?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Facebook<\/a>, Instagram <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/elfster\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">@Elfster<\/a>, or Twitter <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/elfster?lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">@Elfster<\/a> to get more ideas that are sure to thrill the ones you love.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<div class=\"mh-excerpt\">Summer is not over yet, there\u2019s still a few weeks left to lounge in your unicorn pool float or spend the day munching on nothing but ice cream and ros\u00e9. 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