1. Snuggle in bed together as you tell a
good-night story.
2. Watch them play sports.
3. Have a family worship time after a
meal by singing, praying, and reading
Scripture together.
4. Write a crazy poem by taking turns
writing the next line (make sure it
rhymes!).
5. At the beach or in a park sandbox,
play ticktacktoe in the sand.
6. Plant trees in your yard in honor of
your kids (one for each child).
7. On a hot day, hook up a water hose
and sprinkler in the backyard and run
through the water together.
8. Roast marshmallows over the
barbecue.
9. Show your child where you've kept
for a long time a special card or
picture he or she has given you. |
10. Honor your child with a "just
because" party ("just because I love
you" and invite his or her friends.
11. Make a photo gallery somewhere in
your home, and display your
children's pictures from
each year.
12. Play hide-and-
seek with your
children (don't
find them too
quickly).
13. Talk with your
child about
what you're
learning personally about Jesus
Christ, and His blessing in your life.
14. Take advantage of the long days and
go on an evening walk together.
15. Have lunch together on a special date.
16. When your child talks to you, put
down what you're doing and look |
into his or her eyes. Maintain an
encouraging expression, and make
your response positive.
17. At your next opportunity, give your
child a hug. If your child is young,
pick up and hold him or her.
18. When you child says, "Watch
me!"--watch. Clap and cheer,
"Great job!"
19. Make a special effort to get a good
view of your city's Fourth of July
fireworks display.
20. Start praying now for the spouses
your children will have someday.
Pray that their marriages will be
strong and Christ-centered.
This material is adapted.
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