2016-03-19 18:53
Fall leaves, pumpkins, haunted houses-Halloween is a great time of the year to make family traditions. You probably already have traditions for the season, but if you're thinking of adding a… Read More
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2016-03-19 18:53
My son's school library has Free Bookmarks for the kids to pick out when they check out books. I always think they are fun and interesting. My son hasn't really been interested until I sug… Read More
2016-03-19 18:53
On New Year's Eve we lift our glasses to honor our friends and bless our past and future. Sit down with your family prior to December 31st to discuss what you would like to include in your f… Read More
2016-03-19 18:53
It can be tough to fee at home the first night in a new house. This tradtion will help your family embrace their new surroundings with a touch of something new that can be of comfort. Befo… Read More
2006-05-30 20:19
When a new baby arrive, whether it is the first or an additional one, it is easy for a couple to suddenly feel as though they have lost their identity. As soon as the couple is ready, encou… Read More
2006-05-30 20:11
Letters from Home ~ at the grad party or dinner have the guest write a quick note, letter or postcard to the honoree. Have each guest place the letter inside the Dear Sweet Child Letterbox~… Read More
2006-04-29 12:42
Every woman loves a bouquet of flowers. Cut a dozen flowers (2” x 3” across) out of construction paper in a variety of colors. Then cut twelve stems (at least 1/2” wide) wi… Read More
2006-04-29 12:35
More often then not, mothers get someone else’s idea of the perfect Mother’s Day gift, instead of their own. Not because the family doesn’t care or doesn’t try, it&rs&hell…Read More
2006-04-11 22:20
Great poem to add to the front of your Handprint BookEverywhere we goWe leave fingerprints on the things we touch.You've touched my life.You've left your fingerprints on me.Ever since the da… Read More
2006-03-29 21:00
Families develop their history through stories, keepsakes, etc. They are interested in their heritage and often create family trees, interview older family members, and treasure keepsakes fr… Read More
2006-03-29 21:00
Families stay close to family and friends that live far away. They don’t let distance and time erode their bonds. They find ways to stay connected and enrich their relationships. They… Read More
2006-03-28 02:56
The rituals and traditions families create, and pass on, help them feel unique as a family and connected to each other. The sillier, and more unusual, the better. “This is who we are&h&hell…Read More
2006-03-28 02:55
Families show love and appreciation for each other, in many ways. They learn to be comfortable communicating their affection and giving each other “gifts of love” often. No one… Read More
2006-03-13 20:40
Key #1 Creating a Sense of BelongingFamilies who make family a priority, create a sense of belonging. They plan time for family activities and events, and expect that time. Family members ar… Read More
2006-03-03 18:17
Try our “Conversation Starters” and make every dinnertime a chance to connect.The dinner table is the perfect place to have those meaningful conversations that connect us. Cut o… Read More
2006-02-27 21:02
This tradition begins with a legend of the Leprechauns and leads to a Treasure box filled with goodies. Here’s how to make it happen: On the day before the holiday, tell your childre… Read More
2006-02-22 22:09
Every St. Patrick’s Day, hide pennies in your backyard or around the house for your children and their friends to hunt for. Explain that the Leprechauns love to hide lucky coins in the… Read More
2006-02-22 22:08
Everyone needs the luck of the Irish, but since some of us have more than others, St. Patrick’s Day is the perfect time to pass it around. Enlist your children as local Leprechauns and… Read More
2006-02-22 22:08
Start with breakfast and make the entire day green. Have green scrambled eggs with green juice, or green pancakes with green syrup. For lunch, make green sandwiches with green Jell-O or pudd… Read More
2006-02-22 22:06
Inside your partner's towel.Inside a book your love is currently reading.Taped behind a cupboard.Behind your partner's car sun visor.On their pillow.Inside their shoe.Taped to their favorite… Read More
2005-12-01 15:52
Capture the magic of Christmas morning by creating a fun trail for your kids to follow when they fist wake up. Purchase a box of wrapped candy canes and lay them on the floor guiding them t… Read More
2005-12-01 15:00
With so much focus on getting toys, children spend very little time thinking about what to give. The sad part is that most children with toy boxes already overflowing are typically the ones… Read More
2005-12-01 14:54
Some of the best traditions are simple and sweet and require little more than hot chocolate and full tank of gas. About a week before Christmas get the whole family together for "Christmas… Read More
2005-12-01 14:50
Make a special "Reindeer Mix" with one cup of oats, one cup of barley, and two spoonfuls of gold glitter. It's a secret recipe that comes straight from the North Pole, and is just what the r… Read More
2005-12-01 14:40
The Thankful Tree: This is a great way to put your Thanksgiving guests in a thankful mood. Cut as many leaves out of autumn-colored papers as you have guests. Ask each person to write down w… Read More
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