HRM Parent Blog

That’s why we’re encouraging you to find a few moments over the next week to spend some good quality time together as a family. It doesn’t have to be a road-trip or a big extravagant party.  It doesn’t have to cost a lot of money or take a lot of effort – it just has to be with the family and be time well spent!

Here’s a few ideas to get you started:

Pedal It: the snow will be here before you know it so grab your helmets and bikes and head to a local park or trail for a refreshing family bike ride.

Top 10: spend a little extra time at the table after supper one evening and make a list of the top highlights of the summer.  You might be surprised at what the kids choose as their favourite moments.  Keep the list and do the same next year to see how it compares.

Movie Night: you can’t go wrong with a family friendly movie night, but check out this fun idea from East Coast Mommy for an outdoor movie night that the kids will love!

Picture Perfect: in case you’re like a lot of us (especially me!) you still have lots of photos on your camera not yet downloaded or printed for that matter.  Why not plug the camera into the tv or computer and host a summer slideshow with the family to enjoy every moment of the summer all over again.

Board Games: there’s really nothing like a board game to get the family together for a little fun and laughter!  Twister, Monopoly, Candy Land, Risk, Clue, Cranium, Boggle…and more.  Go grab a few from the basement and let the games begin!

Picnic Time: eating outside on a blanket or picnic table can be so fun and without the distractions of tvs or toys, can make for some solid family time.  Don’t get fussed over the meal – grab a cooked chicken, hummus and pita and a salad from the grocery store and you’re good to go.