I have noticed that when my kids seem a little moody or extra grumpy, they need some one-on-one time with either myself or my husband. It is a real cure-all for the grumpies. My son lives for these moments. He loves having time to get all the attention and we love it, too.
My daughter is a bit more dependent on me. She really just needs her Mom sometimes. I can take her out, or spend some time at home with her and it makes everything better.
Here are a few ideas of things to do with your children to have some special time just the two of you.
-Make something in the kitchen together. Have them help you make lunch or make cookies and sit down and enjoy them together and listen to the things going on in their life.
-Keep things cheap, go to Wendy’s and get a frosty or Sonic for an ice cream cone. You spend $2 and they are in heaven.
-Read together. Start a good book, a classic or a good heart warming story. Snuggle up on the couch and read the afternoon away.
-Make a craft together, build a house out of sticks or make necklaces.
-Go on a walk or a bike ride or toss the football around.
One problem parents face is finding time for these moments. Another concern is child care for other siblings. With a deployed or absent spouse, it is almost impossible. Call on your friends and don’t be afraid to ask for help. Most people are more then willing to help out. There are also endless child care opportunities on the base.
Our children need us. Not only do they need us to feed them, clothe them and provide for their temporal needs, they need our time. They need to feel safe and loved and needed. Time goes by so fast and before we know it they will be all grown up. Take the time, schedule it in your planner and make the time for these sweet kids of ours.
What are some of the things you do to spend quality time with your children?
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