Thursday, October 9, 2008
One of the questions I am constantly asked for advice on is this...with as busy as our lives are now with jobs, kids and other responsibilities, how do we make time for each other and for our family? The reality is, we as families are busier than ever, and many times it is all good stuff, but what gets lost many times, is the opportunity to grow in the Lord as a couple and family. I shared in class last week that the average couple spends less than 20 minutes a week in meaningful conversation. No wonder we are at best maintaining and at worst struggling as a couple. What are some things you do to make time for each other and as a family? How do you manage the business of life and still make time to involve the Lord in your marriage and family. Love your thoughts!
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If we are going to be busy we try to be busy together. That is we get in the car and go together. Every time, no, but once in a while when we get the disconnect feeling we've found it to actually be quality. Same goes for volunteering here and there, or whatever, if you can do it together the experience is worth it.
I agree with Chris - I think just trying to do as much as you can together is key! It is such a constant struggle though! Anytime that we can get away just us two is always good!
We have a great setup with our best friends; they watch our kids overnight once a month (or more if we ask them!!!) and we watch their kids overnight once a month for them. The kids all have a blast at the slumber party, and we have a great time as a couple on our free night. Church is a top priority in our family as well- it is a given that we will all be at Wednesday night activities (except hubby who has to work) and that we'll be involved in Sunday morning services too. It helps a lot that we LOVE our church and the kids can't wait to get there!
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