Ten Ways for Adults to Enjoy a Rainy Day

Turn a Rainy Day into Something Fun

By Amy Brantley, published Jun 13, 2007
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A rainy day can put a damper on the best weekend plans. Instead of getting frustrated, try one of these rainy day activities for adults.

Ten Ways for Adults to Enjoy a Rainy Day #1: Take Pictures

Rainstorms are beautiful things to look at. As the storm rolls in, grab your camera and take pictures. This is a wonderful way for adults to enjoy a rainy day, because it forces you to get outside and be creative.

Ten Ways for Adults to Enjoy a Rainy Day #2: Movie Marathon

When's the last time you spent the whole day watching movies? I bet it's been a while. The next time you're faced with a rainy day, break out your favorite movies and actually enjoy them. While the kids are playing in their room, you could take the time and actually watch movies that adults enjoy, rather than mindless drivel.

Ten Ways for Adults to Enjoy a Rainy Day #3: Catch Up on Reading

We've all got huge stacks of books that we keep meaning to read, but with today's hectic lifestyle it's hard to find time to do so. But, a rainy day is the perfect time to catch up on your reading. If you have kids, don't just reserve this activity for adults. Encourage your kids to read as well.

Ten Ways for Adults to Enjoy a Rainy Day #4: Recycle Old Magazines

Along with becoming an adult, comes a thousand different magazine subscriptions. There are magazines you don't even remember subscribing to and you never have time to read them all. The ones that you have read, all contain information that you found useful so you've decided to keep them. When a rainy day arrives, take time to cut out the useful information you've found and tape it into a notebook. Then you'll have all the information you need in one spot.

Ten Ways for Adults to Enjoy a Rainy Day #5: Cook Your Favorite Comfort Food

During the week, many adults turn to fast food or a quick meal, but a rainy day can be different. On a rainy day, prepare your favorite comfort food. Whether it's meatloaf of a turkey dinner, take the time to actually make a delicious meal from scratch. This is something that is good for the soul.

Ten Ways for Adults to Enjoy a Rainy Day #6: Bake a Cake

Ten Ways for Adults to Enjoy a Rainy Day

Take pictures as the rain approaches.

Credit: Amy Brantley

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Takeaways
  • Cook something.
  • Take a nap.
  • Play a board game.
Did You Know?
Please note that it is not safe to take pictures in thunderstorms. You can take pictures as the storm approaches, but be safe and don't stand in a lighting storms taking pictures.
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This is a great list! I like each one of them especially # 1. There is nothing more beautiful than a picture of a storm approaching :) Great job on this~

Posted on 05/23/2008 at 11:05:00 AM

 
Hi Amy. I like your suggestions and your article. I do love the playing board game idea too.

Posted on 06/20/2007 at 9:06:00 PM

 
Great tips!

Posted on 06/20/2007 at 12:06:00 PM

 
if its warm out the wife and i love to go for a stroll in the rain. or stay inside and play some yahtzee or watch scrubs

Posted on 06/19/2007 at 2:06:00 PM

 
Cute. I like it!

Posted on 06/17/2007 at 2:06:00 PM

 
Great read~Definitely movie marathons and reading a good book! Love the pic too!!!

Posted on 06/15/2007 at 3:06:00 PM

 
Good article, Amy. I don't have the #4 problem. I only subscribe to one magazine--Writer's Digest (I have a lifetime subscription). I did have a bunch more when I was your age, but I soon learned I didn't have time to read them all, so when the subscriptions expired, I let them go. (Also a great place to save money, too.)

Posted on 06/15/2007 at 11:06:00 AM

 
It rarely rains in Vegas so when it does I play in it!!

Posted on 06/14/2007 at 2:06:00 PM

 
Great article-- curling up with a piece of cake and a good book is an ideal afternoon

Posted on 06/14/2007 at 8:06:00 AM

 
Great suggestions, and ones we do all the time. i especially like the Go Shopping. HA!

Posted on 06/14/2007 at 3:06:00 AM

 
I loved this article. Great subject. Movie marathons are my favorite thing to do on a rainy day. :-)

Posted on 06/14/2007 at 2:06:00 AM

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