Fun Things To Do On a Rainy Day

Well it looks like it’s supposed to rain here today according to our local meteorologist.  So I thought today it would be appropriate to give you a few ideas of entertainment for a rainy day.  Instead of going on a bikeride or throwing the frisbee around, let’s see what other ideas we can come up with when you are forced to stay inside:

• Play a Board Game - When was the last time you played a good game of chess or checkers.  There are so many options for this one you could probably fill every rainy day (monopoly, operation, risk, clue… there’s too many to list)
• Play Video Games- well if you ever put the controller down in the first place - brush up on your skills on your newest game system whether its XBox 360, PS3, Sega Genesis or even Atari.
• Read a Good Book- a pastime that never gets old.  Lose yourself in a book by your favorite author and it will be sunny before you know it.
• Exercise- you can never get enough exercise in (at least I can’t).  Take this opportunity to do some extra calisthenics, crunches or pushups.
• Practice a new instrument - dust off your old instrument from your closet or wherever you keep it and see what you remember.  If your just learning, try to master a new chord (I personally chose the Piano and Guitar)
• Bake some Cookies - Nothing smells better than a house filled with the smell of baking cookies.  Plus they’re fun to eat when they’re finished
• Surf the Web - If you’re already reading this list, I’m sure you have no problem remembering to surf the web, but this is an extensive list.
• Eat Some Ice Cream - nothing makes you feel better when you’re down than ice cream.  So if the rain is getting to you, give this a try.
• Take a Nap - I don’t know about you, but sleeping is one of my personal favorites.  Rainstorms are perfect opportunities to catch a few extra, well-deserved z’s.
• Call a Friend - catching up with old friends can be hard to find time for sometimes. Take advantage being grounded indoors and make the call.
• Watch a Good Movie - whether you rented a new movie from Blockbuster or want to watch Caddyshack for the thousandth time, this is definitely a good way to pass the time.
• Create a Scrapbook - Do you have hundreds of pictures just lying around the house?  Take them and organize them into a scrapbook or photo album.  You’ll be able to show your friends next time they come over.
• Clean Out Your Closet - I know there’s clothes in your closet that haven’t been worn in years.  Take the time to clean out your old wardrobe and give some stuff away.  Plus it’s an excuse to go shopping for new clothes.

I’m sure there’s an endless amount of ideas that can be added to this list, but my fingers are getting tired of typing.  If you have any suggestions I should add to the list, let me know and I’ll update it.