Schedule a Sizzling Summer

I love summer. There's nothing better than dining out in the backyard on a hot, sultry evening listening to the crickets, or coming home from a day at the beach feeling rested and lazy. Yet as a stay-at-home mom with three small boys, summer can also be a bit stressful as my young brood—constantly underfoot—vies for my attention. They insist on non-stop stimulation, too, jumping from one activity to the next. Hardly the restful break I was hoping for. But I've learned over the years that with just a little bit of planning, everyone can have a fun and relaxing summer.