family fun • activities • family fun-traditions
by Kate Eschbach on July 13th, 2019 | 4 Comments »
Family time is what summer is all about and with family summer activities in the plan I've been remembering my own childhood and the outdoor games we used to play? Do you remember the game colored eggs? I had completely forgotten about it until last Christmas. I noticed my brother-in-law…
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by Jennifer Humphries on July 12th, 2019 | No Comments »
When I was young, watermelons had seeds. The seeds were not a nuisance, but rather something that was synonymous with summer fun. I have told my children stories about the games my friends and family used to play with watermelon seeds, but they just did not understand. They seemed…
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by Becky Flanigan on July 11th, 2019 | No Comments »
You have kids and you have a pool – if you combine the two, you can have a really fun party! The kids play with their buddies at the local pool all summer, so they’re used to entertaining themselves and making up games. But to get invited to a private…
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family fun • strengthening family
by Heather Johnson on July 11th, 2019 | No Comments »
Communication is a vital part of successful family life. Positive and effective communication will help your family save time by clarifying information and helping family members avoid conflict and misunderstandings. It also helps family members feel understood. Not to be forgotten, effective communication among family members creates an environment where…
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by Jill Greenlaw on July 6th, 2019 | 1 Comment »
When you have boys, you need to keep them busy or they get into trouble. My 15 year old son loves to build things. This summer he decided to make a soda pop bottle launcher with his brother. All I had to do was purchase the items at Home Depot,…
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family fun • family fun-traditions
by Cambria VandeMerwe on July 4th, 2019 | No Comments »
Fourth of July—The Fourth of July is the epitome of summer. It’s one of those days that brings you back to your childhood with timeless traditions. A parade in the morning with salt water taffy for breakfast starts the typical American celebration. Then you spend the day outdoors with…
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