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10 Ideas: Creating Quality Time With Your Ki...

Dave Klassen with Glen Hoos· 7 min read

These ideas will help you develop deeper relationships with your children despite a hectic schedule.

The Unwanted Stowaway: 3 Reminders for Famil...

Nikki Hurt· 6 min read

I love family vacations. But when seven of us are in the minivan, sinful natures threaten family fun. Relate? Here are three reminders.

How To Make a Soul-Care Staycation a Reality...

Janel Breitenstein· 6 min read

Time and space for soul care feels impossible for parents. But what if you could have your break-cake and eat it too?

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3 Fail Proof Ways to Make the Most of Summer

Shelby Abbott· 5 min read

You can be intentional with your kids over the summer. Here are 3 ways (+ a printable) to help you pull off a meaningful summer.

Spring Break Memories

Spring Break Is for Making Memories

Lauren Miller· 5 min read

Staycation or vacation? Either way spring break is a time to take advantage of for having fun and creating family memories.

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Should Your Family Cancel Dinner?

Leigh Harper· 4 min read

It’s not always practical to eat dinner as a family. The solution? Give yourself and your family some grace and cancel dinner tonight. 

Saturdays are for Family

Saturdays Are for Winning

Leigh Harper· 3 min read

Instead of my husband abandoning us for the woods or holing up in a man cave glued to ESPN, we’ve made fall Saturdays family days.

7 ideas for engaging with your kids this Summer.

7 Ideas for Engaging With Your Kids This Sum...

Lisa Lakey· 6 min read

The school year is filled with other obligations, but the summer belongs to us.

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25 Summertime Ideas to Keep Your Kids Occupi...

FamilyLife· 8 min read

A compilation of creative tips for the lazy days of summer.

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Why Do Traditions Matter?

Noël Piper· 7 min read

Traditions are a lot like heirlooms ... both probably have come to us through our families. Some you love; you can't imagine life without them. And some you're stuck with..

Families in America

10 Ideas for Non-Digital Family Fun on Road...

6 min read

Whether your family is taking a short trip to Grandma's house or a cross-country vacation in the family car, these interactive activities will help the time pass more quickly.

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Family Vacations

Donna Hill· 2 min read

What would happen if families went on trips together without all the electronic distractions?

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Give Your Children You

Dennis and Barbara Rainey· 9 min read

When we give ourselves without reservation to our children, we draw them to us.

In Search of the Elusive Family Meal

8 min read

Is dinnertime also family time in your home?

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On the Road Again

Barbara Rainey· 2 min read

Early on, we realized we needed to plan our time in the car as well as we planned the activities at our destinations.

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Q&A: Making Memories With Your Children

Dennis and Barbara Rainey· 3 min read

Your family should be found guilty of having too much fun, rather than too little.

10 Ideas Remembering Everyday Moments

Mary May Larmoyeux· 3 min read

Practical suggestions to help you remember what shapes your family’s life and legacy.

10 Ideas: Summertime Picnics

Mary May Larmoyeux· 3 min read

Enjoy a break from the hectic pace of life.

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10 Ideas for Building Strong Bodies and Home...

Mary May Larmoyeux· 3 min read

Exercise can help you feel better, and also provide a great way to connect with your kids and loved ones. I well remember some childhood games of touch football with Dad and my siblings—right in front of two big magnolia trees. And who could forget the family obstacle course that Jim and my sons once […]

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10 Ideas: Enjoy Spring With Your Kids

Rob Flood· 5 min read

Connect with your children by getting outside for these fun activities.

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Capturing Your Family Stories

Kimberly Crosen Luckabough· 9 min read

In today's transient society, when family ties are weakening, children need to know their heritage.

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Memories That Bind a Family

Dennis Rainey· 5 min read

Your most valuable family possessions are the shared experiences and memories that link your hearts together.

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Precious Moments

Tracey Eyster· 2 min read

A creative idea for remembering all the cute things your kids say.

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10 Ideas: Connecting With Your Kids

Mary May Larmoyeux· 2 min read

In today’s activity-packed society, it’s more important than ever to intentionally connect with your kids.

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The Family Album

Sabrina Beasley McDonald· 4 min read

Recalling memories from the past can be a family-bonding experience.

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