The Family Meeting- Although pubescent children try to distance themselves from family-particularly parents-in their struggle to assert their individuality and independence, they very much want to be part of the household.
The Importance of Hobbies- Consider that children who have an avid hobby or interest they are passionate about are more likely to spend their money, when they have their own stash of it, on that hobby or collection and not on drugs or other potentially harmful choices.
Top Ten Reasons to Hold Family Meetings- In this very busy world, designating this time every week is one way to ensure that family members stay connected with one another. Relationships are living things, and must be nurtured. Family meetings are about nourishing our relationships with the most important people in our lives.
Valentine's Games from the Past- The year is 1928, and the good hostess is planning a
Valentine's Party for her friends and family. "The Farmer's
Wife", a popular magazine of the day was ready to supply
"games for a jolly crowd". In some ways parties were
more elaborate and well planned then, but at the same
time a good hostess used what simple resources she had
Available. She was "frugal" without even realizing it!
Welcome To The Jungle: The Rainforest Cafe- Combining good food with entertainment and education
is a winning mix for the chain of themed restaurants.
Every 18 minutes the entire establishment experiences
a "thunderstorm." Every 12 minutes an audio-animatronic
display of wild animals "comes to life" before the wide-eyed
stares of children who have run from all over the place to
ogle them.
Not too far from now, Cupid will be shooting his arrow at love birds all over! Visit our Valentine's Day section for fun crafts, great recipes, or gift ideas, you'll find it all here. Here are a few examples to get you started...