It's Friday. Which means the weekend is finally here. For people lucky enough to have a 9 to 5 in this economy, the weekend is like an oasis in a desert of punch clocks, dopey bosses, and corporate minutia. The end of the week is your time.
So you would think most people would take the time to shake things up a bit - they don't. Going to cousin Maria's baby shower in the Bronx is as shook up as things get. Where's the spice?
Could it be that some among us don't know how to make life more interesting? Did the corporate slog beat the sense of adventure out us? Or maybe it's the kids, do you have kids? Children can really suck the fun out of adult life. (they get to play all day, and we get 'responsibility').
Let's stop the insanity before it's too late. (If time flies when you're having fun, try and see what happens when you're not. It's torture)
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| This sheep knows what I'm talking about |
Remember, It's called a social life. And the fastest way to kill it is by giving it an overdose of repetition. Think of the weekend as a chance to give your social life some fresh air and exercise to keep it healthy. Here are some tips on how to get yours off to a good start.
Hang Out with Your Mom. No matter how old you are, mothers are the opposite of cool. But if you can get past the nagging about your love life, your clothe, and your hair, hanging out with your mom can be enlightening. You can ask her to teach you how to make your favorite dish, get the ingredient and make it together. Bonus: You get to hear her side of your childhood antics. Like what she thought when you and your brother broke grandma's vase.
Invite an Enemy to Lunch. Now, I don't mean 'mortal' enemies since that implies death (that's not fun). An enemy in this case can be someone you don't get along with at work or a person you've stopped talking to. The outcome of a sit down lunch can change everything.
Go to an Open Mic Night. Nowadays, everybody is a singer or a rapper or comedian - And most of them are awful. This is a plus for you. It means finding an open mic night wont be hard. Since the talent at these things is usually sub-par, it's also a cheap thing to do. Just make sure to bring a friend that makes you laugh. You guys can pick a seat close enough to hear, but far enough to make fun with being heard. Bonus: Open mics always have drink specials.
Play Dress-up. (for the oh-so-macho out there, call it "Dress to impress" or whatever reinforces your masculinity) We tend to slack on the weekend, instead go the other way, dress it up if for no other reason, than for yourself.
Be Spontaneous. Just because it's cliche doesn't mean it's not true. You have to be willing to go with the flow sometimes. Planing is fun but give yourself space to be wild and free.
Explore a Strange Ethnic Neighborhood. There are little communities all over the place where certain minority ethic groups coalesce. Find one and go. You might end up discovering a unique restaurant, clothing store, or custom. Think of is as being an anthropologist with out the degree.
Have a great weekend.
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