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Meaningful Summer Printable Print

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Here we are in the heat of summer – floating in a sea of freshly-made memories or anxiously awaiting the ones that lie just around the bend in the lazy, hazy, sunshiny days ahead. In either case, we’re all grabbing hold of all of the meaningful moments that come our way and focusing on what matters – the people in our lives we care about.

That inspired us to share something one of our amazing designers hand-lettered for us – a quote to remind us all summer long to spend time with those we love – and it’s a free printable! It makes a beautiful framed piece to hang in your living room, dining room, bedroom, dorm room – anyplace where you’ll see it each day and be reminded and inspired by the people you love and the moments and memories you share together.

Be sure to pop over to our Instagram page to see the video and watch how all of these hand-lettered pieces caome to life.

We wish you lots more meaningful, colorful, happy summer memories!

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Printable Summer Quotes

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Blue skies. Warm sunshine. Gentle, swaying breezes. Summer’s such a beautiful time of year, isn’t it? Yet with the many demands of our busy lives, we may all be just a little guilty of forgetting that we can make it as fun and rewarding as we want to. The most important thing to remember is to give meaning to what really matters: relationships, not activities or events. So let’s rediscover the true joys of this season all over again — together. Plus, to help spread Summer Joy, we have beautiful, printable summer quotes you can cut out and leave for others, or use for your as your own inspirational reminders to soak in the season!

How to Make a Meaningful Summer with Kids

The secret here is to avoid just absentmindedly and randomly making a list of things to do. Instead, plan your activities thoughtfully and with purpose. Be sure to actively involve your kids, and find out what’s most important to them as well. Some sample questions to ask them: “What do you think would be a fun thing for us to do together this summer and why?” “If you could imagine the best summer adventure in the world, what would it be?” “What can we do to make a difference?” Here are a few fun examples to spark an idea of your own:

  • Learn something new. Share an experience that’s both novel and interactive. Ask your child if there’s something they’ve always wanted to try and maybe never had the courage to do. What a great way to discuss feelings of insecurity, how to handle life’s challenges, and satisfaction of accomplishment. Just having you there may be all the encouragement they need to get past their comfort zone.
  • Volunteer for a worthy cause. Work side-by-side helping others while discussing the importance of giving back. Do some crafts with the elderly in a nursing home. Walk a dog at an animal shelter. Or offer popsicles to the garbage truck workers in your neighborhood. You may even make a few new friends along the way.
  • Nurture relationships. Who do your kids want to spend more quality time with and get to know better? And why? Talk to them about the importance of relationships, whether it’s with their cousins, grandparents, or next-door neighbor. Then coordinate the visits and discuss afterwards.

How to Make a Meaningful Summer with Friends

This is all about spending quality time with your BFFs. That means stowing away cell phones and carving out time for lots of personal interaction. Take a day off work. Heck, take off a whole week of vacation and do something serendipitous. We like to call it “deliberate fun.” Here are some suggestions to get you started on your own brainstorming:

  • Get personal. Instead of just “liking” the social media posts and photos of friends you haven’t seen in a while, take the time to actually call or visit them. Try doing this on a regular basis, and you’ll soon see how special you make each of them feel.
  • Go unplugged. Pick an activity to do with your friends (liking eating out, going bowling, or hiking trails) and leave all electronics behind. Focus on your friends and give them your undivided attention. Bonus: Have your friends do the same.
  • Make it “write.” There’s nothing quite as meaningful as a handwritten note, letter, or card from a friend. Get out your pen and rekindle an old friendship, or strengthen a new one.

How to Make a Meaningful Summer for Yourself

We all need some alone time once in a while. And summer is the perfect excuse to wind down and enjoy yourself — by yourself. Forget the errands and chores. They can wait. You can’t. This is your time. Make the most of it.

  • Research your roots. If you’ve always wanted to find out more about your family history, now’s the time to do it. Reach out to family members who can fill in the gaps. You may even discover relatives you never knew you had! Your next family reunion will be that much bigger.
  • Take some time just for you.  Start the day with a nature walk to set a calm mood and take plenty of deep breaths to drink in your surroundings. Read a book, or write in a journal. Watch your favorite movie, or catch up on some much-needed sleep. Take the day to revisit yourself and see how refreshing some true “me time” can be.

We hope this helps you in planning to make it a meaningful summer this year, no matter who you’re with! To make it even a bit more fun and exciting, here are some super-cute summer quotes we’ve created just for you. Download and print today. use the blank notes to fill in activities or ideas you want to accomplish this season. Happy summer, everyone!

Printable Summer Quotes

Printable Summer Quotes

 

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Printable Mother’s Day Notes

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Printable Mother's Day Notes

Let’s hear it for moms for these sweet printable Mother’s Day notes. It’s no question that moms tackle the #WorldsToughtestJob every day, but do they get the praise they deserve for it? Let’s face it. Not really. It’s easy to take all that they do for granted, especially when they often appear to handle it all so seamlessly. But most moms, no matter if they’re working moms or stay-at-home moms, are secretly struggling with doubt and worry, wondering if they’re doing any of it right. So let’s remind them that they are!

Print out the free “Mompliments” below and leave them anywhere a mom can find them—in her mailbox, on her desk at work, on her car windshield, on her front porch, or even the shelf of a grocery store or library where a very grateful mom will see it and feel the support of the universe on her side. Think of it as ‘random acts of kindness’ only this more ‘random acts of compliments.’We’ve even made it easy for you to write in your own, too! All moms just want to be validated and feel like they’re doing a good job, so let’s lift them up by sharing these Mompliments with your #MOMSQUAD, and celebrate them, and all moms, for how hard they try every single day. If you’re left a Mompliment, or leaving one for a mom, we’d love to see it! Share it on your social channels by using #MOMSQUAD.

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Quotes about moms

Click here to print these notes

Printable create your own quotes for mom

Click here to print these blank notes and fill them in with your own “mompliments.”

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Happy May! (Free Desktop/Mobile Backgrounds)

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Welcome, May! In addition to May Day, Cinco De Mayo, Mother’s Day, and Memorial Day, May is a month full of holidays you may not realize, including Brothers and Sisters Day – May 2; National Nurses Day – May 6; National Teacher’s Day – May 9; Military Spouses Day – May 12; and National Wine Day – May 25.

We wanted to offer this beautiful desktop and mobile background as our gift to you as we welcome in a new month, full of sunshine and new possibilities. Enjoy and Happy May!

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Printable Inspirational Quotes

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Somedays, you just need a little encouragement. Whether its motivation to stick with your New Year’s resolutions, confidence to face the challenges ahead, or a few kind words to get you through the day. That’s why we pulled together 6 inspirational quotes and put them on a single printable sheet that you can cut out and leave for those around you.

We even came up with a few suggestions for how you can use these quotes to spread happiness, laughter and love.

Printable Inspiration Quotes


Someone who could use a smile:

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Days are busy and sometimes we forget to show gratitude to those who mean the most to us. Pair the quote, “I’m thankful you’re in my life,” with a little piece of
chocolate to remind those important people you care about them.

Another idea is to leave the, “There are certain people who, without knowing it, make this world a little brighter and a little nicer… did you know you’re one of them,” quote on your significant others windshield or your coworkers computer screen. Your thoughtful gesture will be sure to put a smile on their face and start their day off on the right foot.

 

To help someone stay motivated:

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New Year’s resolutions are all about change, but change can be difficult, as we get caught up in our own routines. If someone you know had a set back with their resolution or just need some words of encouragement, “Determination gives you the resolve to keep going in spite of the roadblocks that lay before you,” is a great quote for them.

You can also leave, “Good, better, best. Never let it rest. ‘Til your good is better and your better is best,” on the bathroom mirror or their desk to remind them you’re rooting for them! A little encouragement can go a long way on the road to change.

 

Someone who is having a bad day:

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Reminding people you care about them can significantly improve their day and strengthen your relationship. If you know someone is having a less than perfect day, bring them a cup of coffee with the quote, “Keep your face to the sunshine and you cannot see a shadow,” to turn their day around.

“With a new day comes new strength and new thoughts,” is also a great quote to help boost someone’s mood.

 

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Printable Inspirational Quotes

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Fall is here, and there is something about this season that makes us want to bring out the warmest and kindest versions of ourselves. A really beautiful way to do that is carrying out little random acts of kindness for the people around us. We’ve collected some of our favorite inspirational quotes, and put them together on one printable sheet that you can cut out and leave for those around you.

Use them to remind people that you’re thinking about them, or even leave them for someone you may not know at all – because we could all use some gentle words for the soul to lift us up every once in while. Below are some suggestions for how you can use these little bits of inspirations.

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People you live with:
Why not have one of these waiting first thing in the morning for someone to encourage a great day – especially if they had a not-so-great day yesterday.  In that case, the “Don’t ruin a good day because of a bad yesterday” quote is a perfect choice.

Another option for a good pick-me-up is the “All you need is love, but a little chocolate now and then doesn’t hurt,” quote. Leave this with a mini chocolate bar on the kitchen table and it’s pretty much guaranteed to make their morning bright.

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Friends going through a tough time:
Sometimes life can be hard, and stressful, and busy, but knowing that a friend has your back and is there when you need them can make all the difference. “You’ll always have the help and support of people who care, especially me,” is a great quote to leave with a friend as a reminder that you’ll always be there when they need you the most.

“Let your faith be bigger than your fear,” is also nice thought to leave with someone who might need a few words of encouragement.

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Someone you may not know:
We don’t always have to know someone to make a difference in their day. Simply leaving the “Today seemed like a good day to wish you a good day,” quote on someone’s desk is a great prompt to start a “pay it forward” movement around the office. Also, “Color the world with goodness,” is a warm reminder for all of us to be as kind as possible.

 

 

 

 

 

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Our favorite inspirational quotes

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It’s no secret that we’re a company that respects the power that words can have to strike an emotional chord. Each day, we work to help people find just the right words to express love, celebrate happy occasions and show support for those going through a tough time.

It seems only fitting that we share with you these inspirational quotes that we’ve found meaningful over the years–whether they inspired us to be a better friend, spouse, or human in general–we certainly think they’re worth sharing!

Here are some of our favorite inspirational quotes:

What words inspire you? Tell us in the comments or tweet us @amgreetings and we may turn it into beautiful artwork!

 

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