We have heard it a million times--family meals are very
important gathering times, not only for the (hopefully) decent nutrition the
meal provides, but also for the fun and faith-filled conversations that can occur around the table.
Now, as a working mom with three very active kids, having
dinner at the table together sounds a whole lot more fun than being the one to
make sure we actually have something to eat once we get there! But when I expand my view to sharing family
together time before and after the meal also, then many times, I really do
enjoy it!
Consider inviting your kids into the kitchen as you
prepare. Maybe you could have veggie
soup and everyone adds his or her favorite veggie to the pot! English muffin or bagel pizzas are always fun
with each person adding his or her favorite toppings. How about layered taco
dip or tacos and asking each person to prepare one ingredient? Enjoy a baked potato bar with individuals
preparing various items for the top.
Your conversation will begin before the dinner table and you
will have some helping hands, too!
Remember after dinner, ask each person to put away one or two
items. Even a three year old can take
his/her plate to the sink or place the bread back in the drawer! Let’s truly make dinner a family event and
enjoy it together from beginning to end!
Pastor Lisa
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