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It’s Summer! Enough with the Complaining!
by Taylor J. Morgan
Updated: July 20, 2021
Originally Published: June 23, 2016
Dear entitled suburban youth of America:
I have a straightforward request for you: stop the complaining.
Sure, it may not be the most delicate way to approach this, but let’s be real. It’s complaining, and you know it.
Summer is upon us, and it should be a joyous time for everyone. Gone are the early mornings spent microwaving frozen pastries. You don’t have to layer up in fleece and shove tissues in your pockets to deal with that pesky runny nose. No more homework or cafeteria food.
So why the complaints?
Feeling bored? Oh, I get it. Boredom. You’ve been indulged with ice cream, an abundance of toys, and countless rounds of pool games. Isn’t that enough to keep you entertained for just a moment? Why do today’s kids need constant stimulation?
Let me reminisce about my childhood summers. Florida for a week, and nothing for the other six. That’s right—nothing. No camps, no crafts, no organized activities. Just free time.
Did I feel bored? Not at all. I swam, rode my bike, collected bugs in jars to tease my younger cousins, and built things out of sticks. I had sleepovers, watched TV until I dozed off, and enjoyed way too many Slush Puppies. That was living!
Summer is meant to be easy. But nowadays, kids can’t just dive into a pool and practice their handstands. They need you to call over a dozen friends and spend a fortune on pool noodles. They can’t simply play baseball in the backyard; they require expensive camps to learn advanced techniques that will likely lead to accidents.
One sleepover isn’t enough; they must invite a new group of friends every night. Crafting requires fancy kits and endless supplies instead of just a bit of imagination.
Even vacations turn into complaints. A week at the beach ought to create lasting memories, right? But just a few days in, and the kids start whining about overpriced souvenirs and the discomfort of sand.
Listen up, children of America! You are among the most pampered generations ever, equipped with every gadget possible. With your devices and toys, I implore you: please, stop the complaining! At least until August, okay?
This article was originally published on June 23, 2016.
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In summary, summer should be a time for joy and relaxation, not constant entertainment. Let’s embrace the simple pleasures of the season and leave the complaints behind.