A time and a place for everything...
When we moved to Germany, we knew we had to rest. We were so involved with gymnastics, church, home school activities, not to mention the military family activities that we tried to participate in...we were worn out. When you're too tired to sit, you're too tired! I can honestly say that we have learned to slow down. We've learned that saying "no" isn't always a bad thing...it rarely is! We went on a family bike ride last night, in the woods, then came home and played in the back yard. You just can't beat that kind of time with the kids at their current ages. I've been reading a book called, "5 Conversations to Have With Your Daughter." It is encouraging that I have already been having these conversations with all 3 of my kids. I am also encouraged that all 3 of them, so far, are very open with Joe and me. Family time is important. There's no such thing as a few "quality" minutes. Kids need quantity. You may go week