Can't see the Forrest through the Trees? Look for the light

Hey mom, dad lets play ball, can we go camping? Not today, I have lots of work and meetings today maybe tomorrow. I know many of us have heard  this as a child or say it now to your children. Seeing through the forest tress causes our eyes to follow that glimmer of light peaking through the leaves that flow back and forth with the wind. Sometimes in our attempt to achieve success, we get caught up in busy work and forget those precious moments with family. How many of you still eat at the table together? In today's generation families are so busy we find ourselves rushing in and out just long enough to say high and by. What has created the disconnect in families?

The happiest moments of my life have been the few which I have passed at home in the bosom of my family ~ Thomas Jefferson. 

Being in the bosom of family has lots of meaning. I know there are some families that create such trouble that being in their bosom would be disastrous. But, the point is finding quality time away from the Internet, websites, and business long enough to spend time with the family and have fun. You say how does one create fun with in the family? I'm glad you asked. Here's a few examples: Board and card games, picnic no backyard the parks to far, its to cold create a park atmosphere in the home all you need is cover, floor, and your favorite foods turn the music on and spend time together. How about movie and popcorn night simply pull out favorite videos are create movies. My parents would put a sheet up in our den, check out the movie projector from our local library rent real to real movies. Mom would pop popcorn and have baked cookies for each of us. As a child we were so excited. As an adult this was a great way to save money and still have fun. Now we have Neflex, Primetime from Amazon, and Hulu. 

Our generation is moving so rapidly we have forgotten how to have fun. We are distracted by social media, isolated games, phones and Ipods that there are seldom conversations going on within the family unit. There must be a check in time for families to ensure that family members are doing okay mentally and physically. Seeing through the forest trees means to stir up the families imagination, creating time to just sit relax and talk to each others.Take a moment listen to this video and run to the bosom of your family. No family take a moment and call a friend to check in.

Thanks for stopping by your comments are appreciate

I am Carolyn Coleman-Grady

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It is such a perfect day

It is such a perfect day to begin planning for the holiday season, and as you plan remember creating a loving atmosphere begins with a simple ideas of kindness. I remember growing up with my brother, and sisters anticipating the beautiful decorations, and smells of food cooking throughout our house. It was love that filled the air. Baking and setting up the table were acts of love shared from our parents. I realize this may not be an experience for many families, so I share mind with you.

I remember walking up to the front door of my parents home delighting in the  beautiful lights that streamed Christmas songs as the lights flattered and shined. The tree decorated with its beautiful reds and gold, and hints of green throughout brought smiles to our faces. On top of the tree held a beautiful star to light the night. Our home was warm and comforting. My siblings and I knew home was a safe place to be and the holidays were very special.

I share this with you today, to encourage your planning. Many people become depressed during the Christmas season, it can be related to loss of loves one, and traumatic painful experiences. I find it important to share why we celebrate Christmas. Christians celebrate the birth of Christ, we share hope with family members and friends. Christmas is a time of sharing love hope and charity acts of kindness to those who are in need. Christ the light of the world is why we celebrate Christmas. So, decorate, open your home and share gifts but never forget the reason for the season. This year experience the love of Christ as you celebrate with family and friends. God bless you and your family.

Carolyn Coleman-Grady