Plan A’s are Overrated

By now most of you have caught on to the fact that I like to plan things out. I like being prepared. Sure, I can do spur of the moment… sometimes, if the Moon is in the right sign. No, seriously, I can be spontaneous on some events, but a whole month of them?

Welcome to our July.

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We have by way of events beyond our control had to be adaptable, flexible.

We have had to look for the silver lining as our 4^th of July party plans were squashed by a no burn- no fireworks of any kind ordinance.

We had to buck up when our road trip was put off because my husband, who was already b-u-s-y was asked to fill in for another person.

We made peace with staying put and swimming, until our pool grew some nasty algae and needed to be treated with some major chemicals.

We completely understood when our sitter cancelled the night before our special date night at a lovely restaurant. Yes, reservations were required and I cancelled them without complaint.

Some would say this was a streak of bad luck, but I say July was a flexibility test. And I’m happy to say, we all passed with flying colors. Who needs Plan A’s all the time? They are so boring, having every detail planned out.

I have watched with admiration and love as our daughters have taken all of this is stride and still come out happy. A little disappointed here and there, but always game for one of our Plan B’s. They even came up with some stellar and fun ideas on their own.

They reminded me that a little spontaneity is a very good thing.

I hope your July has been all you hoped and planned for, but if not, look around for a Plan B. Ask your kids/friends/family for input. I bet you will have fun too!

10 comments

Ashley BJuly 24, 2012 at 1:08 PM
I like being prepared too! The summer and my kids schedule kinda makes the whole "preparedness" thing a bit wonky :(
Donna PeruginiJuly 24, 2012 at 4:06 PM
Like your flexibility toward plan A. Seems like you had your share of last minute changes...but survived and even improved plan A.
Linda A KinsmanJuly 25, 2012 at 10:00 AM
Hi Ashley,

I just might have to borrow your cute word: wonky! So glad you stopped by.
Have a great day!
Linda A KinsmanJuly 25, 2012 at 10:01 AM
Hi Donna,

Yes, it has been an interesting month, but what's a girl gonna do besides roll with it?
Thanks for stopping by!
Katy @ Experienced Bad MomJuly 25, 2012 at 8:19 PM
Love your outlook! Sounds like July has been great, mostly because you decided it would be great come what may!
DinaJuly 26, 2012 at 7:32 AM
back up plans are always necessary! LOL So sorry about your July. We couldn't do fireworks either. :( Still had a great fourth, walked our children to the park and watched the town do fireworks. Hope August is your month!
Linda A KinsmanJuly 26, 2012 at 11:09 AM
Hi Katy,
Thanks for your sunshiney words!
Sometimes you just have to roll with it and laugh about it all.
I did my best not to let that little green envy bug bite us!

Have a wonderful day!
Linda A KinsmanJuly 26, 2012 at 11:13 AM
Hi Dina,

Thanks for stopping by and sharing a bit of your 4th with us. Sounds like you had a great family time, that is what it's all about isn't it? The small stuff.

From your lips to God's ears that August will be my month!
Have a great day!
~The Bargain Babe from *Zucchini Summer Blog*July 26, 2012 at 7:08 PM
Oh yes I love to have a plan for everything! Although most of my adult life has been resorting to Plan B..or Plan C... :)
Linda A KinsmanJuly 27, 2012 at 10:43 AM
Hi Tammy,

I like your attitude! I do so love when a plan comes together.
I hope and pray I don't have to resort to a Plan C before this month ends!
Have a great day!