A playbook for this summer doesn’t exist. Nowhere on the CDC or WHO websites does it really give proper guidance on how to operate the next few months. With cases spiraling out of control in the United States and Independence Day weekend upon us, it seems prudent to figure out how we will keep each other safe. It appears the most realistic option is to create a bubble—a small group of people that agree to only see each other and significantly limit contact with anyone else. I don’t know what the ideal or maximum number to this bubble should be, and it would be nice if the United States government provided some direction, but a practical bubble makeup probably includes immediate family members and a few close friends. If you’re seeing your immediate family and only a couple other people on a regular basis (and taking precautions while visiting, specifically socially distancing and staying outside), it’s reasonable to believe you can keep your bubble insulated. In this way, people can still enjoy the weather and pursue leisure activities while staying safe. We’ll have to muster some creativity to think of how we can alter our traditions and normal activities, no doubt. We will have to be disciplined with our bubbles and resort to virtual hangouts with other friends. But this option is the only one that seems plausible, as our society refuses to do basic things like wear masks or social distance. With agreed upon bubbles, we have a chance at both staying safe and enjoying the summer. It’s not ideal, but until we beat this, ideal isn’t possible. This weekend let’s be smart and safe, and enjoy celebrating the principles and values that make this nation great.