July: Making Memories

Several months ago I mentioned that my mom gave me a 1993 issue of Shining Star magazine.  Included in this issue is an excerpt from Jody Capehart’s book – Cherishing and Challenging Your Children.  The article called “Making Meaningful Memories”, contains practical tips to create family traditions and memories throughout the year.  Each month, I will be featuring suggestions from this article, Ms. Capehart’s book, and my own. 

July:
1.  Celebrate July 4th.  Plan a special meal that is red, white, and blue.  Plan a fun day, including things your children want to do instead of planning it all out for them.  Attend a local fireworks show.
2.  Go to the pool.
3.  Have a picnic.
4.  Sleep under the stars.
5.  Run through the sprinkler.
6.  Get a bucket of water and a sponge.  Throw the sponge at a target.
7.  Wash the car together.
8.  Visit the library.
9.  Go see a $1 movie.