It seems our kids are busier than ever with all they have to do, particularly during the school year, between activities and academics. This serves as a simple reminder this month to make sure, every day, that our kids are having fun.
Yes, things still need to get done around the house and it's important for kids to help out in age appropriate ways in order to contribute and to learn and grow into healthy capable adults. However, it is just as important to have fun and leisure and to respect that our kids version of fun may be very different than our own.
On a recent trip to Ben and Jerry's during a family vacation, a colorful sign hung on the wall of the shop that read, "If it's not fun, why do it?" My son noticed it as we stood in line, promptly took a picture of the framed words of wisdom and said rebelliously, "That's what I'm going to do from now on." Now there was an opportunity for discussion to defend chores and everything else that I ask of my teenage son, and both the parent and the therapist in me longed to speak (at length), but I refrained (likely from the lack of energy I had due to the oppressive heat). After a moment though, I realized for the most part, I agreed with it.
So, this July, perhaps you let your kids lead the way and if it's not fun, why do it?
Happy July!
Jill
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41 Signs of Hope
An enlightening presentation of Love and Laughter!
Wednesday, July 17th
7:00 - 8:00 pm
Hope Floats Healing & Wellness Center
4 Elm Street
Kingston, MA
Register early...this fills fast. Open to 41 guests
Registration required at 781-936-8068
Dave Kane, father of Nicholas O'Neill the youngest victim of the fourth largest Nightclub fire in US History, shares fascinating stories and intriguing evidence that life never ends. After receiving a barrage of signs, including vocal messages from Nicky, Dave is convinced that he has not "lost" his son. Instead he has been given the priceless gift of a loving eternal connection with his boy. After experiencing Dave's uplifting presentation and seeing his evidence, you too will be assured that your loved ones who have passed are still with you. Space is limited to 41 people.
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