Summer Planning for Families

A child gleefully slides headfirst down an orange and blue inflatable water slide, splashing water in every direction. Set on lush green grass, this playful scene perfectly captures a quintessential summer moment.

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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Travel Tips for Family Adventures

A child wearing a blue and black jacket stands in an open field, a large map spread out in their hands. The landscape, expansive and slightly blurred in the background, evokes the spirit of a road trip through rural or natural settings.

Does the thought of traveling with children fill you with joyful anticipation or overwhelming dread? Vacation time with kids can be a bit of both! With travel plans for spring break underway, now is the time to start planning. Explorer Amelia Earhart said, “Adventure is worthwhile in itself.” Exploring God’s creation is amazing. Really, the wonder…

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How Much is Enough? Planning Summer Activities

A group of people enjoys classic summer activities, standing around a campfire by a lake, roasting marshmallows on sticks. Dressed in casual clothes and rubber boots, they gather in a grassy clearing surrounded by logs and trees.

During the school year, the calendar is jam-packed with afterschool activities and commitments. It’s sometimes overwhelming for kids and parents. Registration for summer camps, sports teams, youth activities, art classes, and more is now in full swing. The opportunities for families and children are amazing. The big questions for families to consider are, “What will…

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Finding Calm in the Chaos of Planning for Summer: 6 Questions

A child wearing blue socks and gray baseball pants stands on a summer gravel field, viewed from behind. Only the lower legs and feet are visible, with black cleats completing the athletic attire.

This is the beginning of the new series, March Madness for Moms. Let’s kick the month off with getting set for the summer months. There really can be a place of peace…calm in the chaos of making summer plans. Can you feel it in the air? The frenzy is beginning! The big question, ”What will the…

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