It’s not always easy to find time to exercise together as a family, but with a little thought, you can make it happen. Each year during our family annual retreat our individual health is always one of the main topics. We talk about food and exercise and each year we set realistic goals on how […]
Road triiiip! Family vacations aren’t only about the destination but also the journey. Flying gets the family to where they’re going quicker, assuming no lovely airport or flight delays, but it’s not the only way to travel. My family and I love driving to Northern Arizona for trips. It gives us a great chance to […]
Competition among kids (and adults) happens naturally, whether it’s in the classroom, at home, or on the field. Encouraging kids to compete in sports or other organized activities can foster within them a host of healthy traits and teaches them key behaviors that will contribute to their success as adults. Child development experts suggest that […]
Children draw so much of their inspiration from their parents, while at the same time seeking so much approval from them. If you have a large extended family or many children, it can be easy to spend group time with them without spending quality one-on-one time with them very often. Many involved parents are surprised […]
It’s the plight of parents around the globe: chores, and who’s doing what. In order to keep kids engaged and, dare we say excited, parents have to put their thinking caps on and get creative. To help get your children cheering for chores (or at least get them up and moving with a little less […]