Late Night Adventures with Your Children
by: Kate Hufstetler
Vacations are fun ! Weekends
with the family are nice. But, Late Night Adventures are
"simply marvelous". If you really want to shine in your child's
eyes on a more regular basis-- try some late night adventures
with them.
By late night I am talking about adventures that start
from 10pm on.
Shouldn't kids be in bed at
that time? -- yes
Shouldn't parents keep structure? -- yes
Don't parents need to set an example? -- yes
Aren't kids only young once? -- YES and that is the point.
Take time to be magical in your child's eyes. I applaud
organized, structured family systems. I think it can be quite
difficult for many families today that are over worked, tapped
out, and stretched as far as time will allow for cramming in
activities. Yet, since your kids are only young once-- why not
give it a shot and build a couple memories as the coolest
parent on the block.
Here are a couple ideas that won't take up much time or money
but go a long way with kids:
Wake up and watch a lightening / thunder storm at 11pm
Grab a skateboard and hit the pavement at 1am
During a snow freeze on the driveway and street out front-- ice
skate in athletic shoes at 2 am
Go to bed early and make a run for Denny's at 3 am
Watch the sun rise together while eating Krispy Kreme donuts
and drinking milk at 6 am (or even add homemade fortune cookies
so you both have something cool to open up with a positive
outlook pronounced on your day ahead)
The difference with about late night adventures with your
children vs. weekends or vacations is simply that late night
adventures are novelty, costing less money and more quality
attention. Your kid will be the envy of the other kids--
because what other parent do you know that does these things?!
Believe me, the kids in our neighborhood still can't get over
some of the things my son tells them we do. In fact, they want
to come along.
Every now and then, go on and forget about the adult in you and
join your child in being a kid. Regain your sense of wonder and
enchantment. Throw rules to the wind and have some innocent
fun. If you do, I promise you will shine in their eyes and fill
both your hearts with rich memories that will last your life
time.
Until next time--- all the best,
Kate
About The Author
Kate Hufstetler is a well established business, personal, and
relationship coach. Her clients come from both the United
States and overseas. She offers coaching services via email and
phone consultations at flexible timing and financing to meet
your every need. Through personal, business, spiritual
mentorship, she could help you too! Please visit for available
packages within your range: www.comedreamwithme.com/start_today.html
Kate@comedreamwithme.com
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