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It seems like we were just getting spooky and celebrating Halloween. Just like that Thanksgiving is next week. Now it would be great if our kid's holiday schedules could coincide with ours at work. That is not always the case as some Canyon and Amarillo parents are realizing.

I remember growing up and thinking how bored I was because there was just nothing to do. I just learned not to complain to my parents because if I did they would find me some horrendous chore to fill my day.

The gates are closed. Our childhood is gone. The Tascosa Drive-In, the last drive-in theater standing in Amarillo is closed. They had their last showing over the weekend. That part of our life is over. Or is it?

Growing up is supposed to be fun. You are making all those memories you will try to recreate with your kids. You will take them on adventures. You will let them climb all over the park.

It is that most wonderful time of the year. No, I am not talking about football season. Though I do know that is what many people are thinking. Yes, that is true. Football is back. Oh, but it is also pumpkin season.

There are so many chances for families to get out and do something fun in Amarillo. There are specific ones for specific family members. We have had several Muffins for Moms. How about Donuts for Dads?

A lot of us are looking forward to Labor Day weekend. We are looking forward to that last hoorah of summer. We might be looking to get out of town. We may just want to spend those three days having fun with our family.

According to information released by the City of Amarillo, pools will be closing sooner rather than later.

There are some times you count calories. I get it. You get it. There are those special occasions in life that you need to. There are other times that you just have to live. That is where my cookie-enjoying self likes to hang out.

According to information released by the City of Amarillo, pools will be closing sooner rather than later.