Apr. 1:
The only thing about children having pets, is that often the pets have children.
Apr. 2:
The best words a family can say: "You don't have to clean now."
Apr. 3:
Pray to God when the sea is stormy, but keep rowing.
-- Danish Proverb
Apr. 4:
In some families, the one who uses the phone the most is called the "Phone Ranger".
Apr. 5:
For Family Fun and Memories: Hold family meetings. Make sure everyone has a chance to be heard. No put-downs allowed. Discuss what isn't going smoothly and possible solutions, ideas for a future activity or vacation, and special needs of family members, or neighbors. Leave time to praise each other. Close with a prayer or song and a hug for each person. Don't forget to set a day, time, and leader for the next meeting.
Apr. 6:
Families should live so that they would not be afraid to sell their talking parrot.
Apr. 7:
Money talks. For most families it says, "See you later!"
Apr. 8:
As we grow older, it is easier to accept being out-run by our children than to be out-reasoned by them.
Apr. 9:
Those who are willing need not wait to be called.
Apr. 10:
Love and respect for one another is a family's best defense against the challenges of the world.
Apr. 11:
Family Feature: Family research interviews indicate parents hope their children will find success in the "real world," but also hope they find it most of all within themselves.
Apr. 12:
Praise youth and it will prosper.
-- Irish Proverb
Apr. 13:
Children are naturla mimics. They act out what they see at home no matter what they have been taught.
Apr. 14:
Parent's perspectives: Don't worry over what has happened in the past. Make the best of what happens from now on.
Apr. 15:
Child's perspective: Use furniture as it is rather than covering it up with towels and plastic.
Apr. 16:
Children are happier if they are given good examples rather than criticism.
Apr. 17:
Your conscience does not necessarily prevent you from doing something wrong, it prevents you from enjoying it.
Apr. 18:
Spring -- nature's green light to all vegetation.
Apr. 19:
Heat obviously travels faster, because almost anyone can catch a cold.
Apr. 20:
For Family Fun and Memories: Have a turnabout day. Children dress and act like adults, adults dress and act like children. Kids decide on the day's menu and prepare as much of the meals as possible. Everyone makes eachother's beds, switch household chores and make decisions in the role they are playing. At the end of the day, talk about what was good and bad about playing the part of someone else.
Apr. 21:
Parent to child dancing wildly around the kitchen: "Why are you dancing with a pickle jar in your hand?"
Child: "It says Twist to Open."
Apr. 22:
The best words a family can say: "You're the best in the world."
Apr. 23:
The best catch of the day is when you catch someone in the act of kindness.
Apr. 24:
Happiness is a by-product of a loving family.
Apr. 25:
Laugh and the world laughs with you. Cry and your parents think you're sick.
Apr. 26:
Family Feature: The foundation of a strong parent-child relationship: trust, respect, communication, and compromise.
Apr. 27:
Sigh at door of a new parents' home: Warning, our baby is subject to change without notice.
Apr. 28:
If children didn't ask so many questions, parents would never know how much they have yet to learn themselves.
Apr. 29:
Home -- the place where we grumble the most but are often treated the best.
Apr. 30:
If you had to eat baby food, you'd prefer sucking on your thumb too.
The only thing about children having pets, is that often the pets have children.
Apr. 2:
The best words a family can say: "You don't have to clean now."
Apr. 3:
Pray to God when the sea is stormy, but keep rowing.
-- Danish Proverb
Apr. 4:
In some families, the one who uses the phone the most is called the "Phone Ranger".
Apr. 5:
For Family Fun and Memories: Hold family meetings. Make sure everyone has a chance to be heard. No put-downs allowed. Discuss what isn't going smoothly and possible solutions, ideas for a future activity or vacation, and special needs of family members, or neighbors. Leave time to praise each other. Close with a prayer or song and a hug for each person. Don't forget to set a day, time, and leader for the next meeting.
Apr. 6:
Families should live so that they would not be afraid to sell their talking parrot.
Apr. 7:
Money talks. For most families it says, "See you later!"
Apr. 8:
As we grow older, it is easier to accept being out-run by our children than to be out-reasoned by them.
Apr. 9:
Those who are willing need not wait to be called.
Apr. 10:
Love and respect for one another is a family's best defense against the challenges of the world.
Apr. 11:
Family Feature: Family research interviews indicate parents hope their children will find success in the "real world," but also hope they find it most of all within themselves.
Apr. 12:
Praise youth and it will prosper.
-- Irish Proverb
Apr. 13:
Children are naturla mimics. They act out what they see at home no matter what they have been taught.
Apr. 14:
Parent's perspectives: Don't worry over what has happened in the past. Make the best of what happens from now on.
Apr. 15:
Child's perspective: Use furniture as it is rather than covering it up with towels and plastic.
Apr. 16:
Children are happier if they are given good examples rather than criticism.
Apr. 17:
Your conscience does not necessarily prevent you from doing something wrong, it prevents you from enjoying it.
Apr. 18:
Spring -- nature's green light to all vegetation.
Apr. 19:
Heat obviously travels faster, because almost anyone can catch a cold.
Apr. 20:
For Family Fun and Memories: Have a turnabout day. Children dress and act like adults, adults dress and act like children. Kids decide on the day's menu and prepare as much of the meals as possible. Everyone makes eachother's beds, switch household chores and make decisions in the role they are playing. At the end of the day, talk about what was good and bad about playing the part of someone else.
Apr. 21:
Parent to child dancing wildly around the kitchen: "Why are you dancing with a pickle jar in your hand?"
Child: "It says Twist to Open."
Apr. 22:
The best words a family can say: "You're the best in the world."
Apr. 23:
The best catch of the day is when you catch someone in the act of kindness.
Apr. 24:
Happiness is a by-product of a loving family.
Apr. 25:
Laugh and the world laughs with you. Cry and your parents think you're sick.
Apr. 26:
Family Feature: The foundation of a strong parent-child relationship: trust, respect, communication, and compromise.
Apr. 27:
Sigh at door of a new parents' home: Warning, our baby is subject to change without notice.
Apr. 28:
If children didn't ask so many questions, parents would never know how much they have yet to learn themselves.
Apr. 29:
Home -- the place where we grumble the most but are often treated the best.
Apr. 30:
If you had to eat baby food, you'd prefer sucking on your thumb too.
