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"The best way to predict your future is to create it." Abraham Lincoln

Lincoln High School Statesman
"The best way to predict your future is to create it." Abraham Lincoln

Lincoln High School Statesman
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Curing summer boredom

Byline photo of Lily Statema
Byline photo of Alice Geraets
Lily Statema and Alice Geraets
May 12, 2026
Summer brings a lot of free time, so many experience boredom and resort to their phones. (Artwork used with permission by Canva.)

As the countdown to summer begins, people face the prospect of having nothing to do. Many resort to their phones and the comfort of their home on beautiful days, but not this year. Summer is the perfect time to rest, try new things and get ready for the upcoming school year. Here are some exciting, entertaining ideas to try with your friends and family this summer instead of doomscrolling on your devices.

Outside: 

Take a walk at Good Earth (earth)

Bonfire with family/friends (bonfire)

Farmers market 

Star gaze (stars)

Hit the pool and work on your tan

Bike on the trail

Day trip to the Palisades 

Drive-in movie 

Inside:

Make your own summer bucket list

Spa day

Read a book

Bake a sweet treat

Tidy up your room

Workout

Go shopping

Play a board/card game

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About the Contributors
Lily Statema
Lily Statema, Staff Writer
Lily Statema is a sophomore, first-year staff writer for the Statesman. She is involved in tennis, track, Spanish Immersion and Best Buddies. She can be found planning her next trip, convincing herself she is a good singer and going to hot yoga classes. In the future, Statema hopes to attend college somewhere warm and secure a high-paying job to fund her daily fun drinks.
Alice Geraets
Alice Geraets, Staff Writer
Alice Geraets is a sophomore, a first-year Statesman member and a staff writer. When Geraets is not ‘spinning’ through the halls of LHS, you can find her playing golf, hanging out with friends and practicing color guard. She is also a part of SALSA, Best Buddies and Patriot Pride. If you are ever interested in sharing a crisp Diet Coke, Geraets is the one to contact.
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