Managing the Family Calendar

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Managing the family calendar is no easy task! Families are stretched to the max. Most are overwhelmed. How much is enough? My family is too busy! I’m exhausted and my kids are too! These are the comments often made by both moms and dads when talking about the family calendar. It’s so easy to get…

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Making Christmas Calm & Bright

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Family, friends, and festivities make for a fun holiday season but not necessarily a peace-filled Christmas. Pose the following questions to your family at a family meeting to determine priorities and prepare for a calm and bright holiday. A little preparation and attainable expectations will make a huge difference for everyone. • Who will we…

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Summer Planning for Families

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Considering the hustle and bustle of the school year and the COLD we’ve experienced this winter, planning summer activities will be fun!. Begin your family meeting with prayer, asking the Lord to guide you in your plans. End the meeting with a fun dessert you typically serve in the summertime. Keep in mind, Mom and…

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TOO Busy? 3 Tips for Over-Scheduled Families

A pink pen rests on a planner page labeled "SUNDAY," showcasing a pink border with gold dots. It's a charming reminder for over-scheduled families to pause and reflect with TOO Busy? 3 Tips for simplifying their routine. The background remains elegantly plain white.

2019… a new calendar with loads of space, but not for long in most families. Over-scheduling is an ever-growing trend in our culture because kids have too many activities, too much homework, and too many social media outlets vying for their attention. We as parents aren’t much better. Between work, family and other obligations, we’re running…

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Chaotic Calendar: Calming Family Schedules

A striped planner with gold text reading "Every Day is a Gift" rests on a white surface, hinting at order amidst the chaos. A pen lies ready for notes, next to a coffee mug and decorative coaster that complete the serene yet bustling scene of your daily planner.

We’ve been organizing all month! The mudroom’s clutter is corralled and the laundry room is arranged for active duty. Let’s tackle the chaotic calendar! Use these tried and true tips for calming family schedules in your home. “Calendar Chaos” is a popular class I lead. Every family struggles in one way or another with determining what…

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