Family Night

There is no simpler tradition in the home than implementing a weekly or monthly “Family Night.” This will be by far, one of the traditions your children will remember most consistently because of the bonding that occurs within your family unit.

You can create your “Family Night” to be one of zany games and fun laughter, or one of heartfelt sharing and listening. Either way, this night is to be sacred to your family. Don’t let outside activities or functions encroach upon this time together and request that all family members participate…even teens!

What should you do on your “Family Night?” That’s up to you! If you are choosing the “Fun- Laughter” approach ~ you might want to start with popping popcorn or making a dinner together in the kitchen. You can play games such as “Twister”, “Guesstures” or other family favorites that get you laughing with one another. Maybe you want to watch Home Videos and reminisce or watch a Comedy together. But never make fun of one another – remember that this is supposed to be a growing and bonding experience; not an isolating one.

If you choose to have a more heartfelt evening together as a family, you might opt for other ideas such as roasting one another and mentioning something you like or love about that person. You could work on scrapbooks together or pour over baby or photo albums from the past.

There are many, many ideas that can make your “Family Night” unique to your home and lifestyle. Whatever you choose use this time to get to know one another more intimately and encourage each other in their goals and dreams for their life.