• 32 Family Dinner Ideas for Saturday Night | Renée at Great Peace #familydinnerideas #dinnerideas #mealplanning #family #dinner
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    Family Dinner Ideas for Saturday Night

    Sitting down to a family dinner is an important part of every household and should be taking place at least once a week if not daily.  It is common knowledge that life gets busy for everyone, especially those that have a family. From long days at work and school to packing everyone up to cart them off to extracurricular activities, parents these days have a lot on their plates, and most of it doesn’t pertain to food. It is said that children who participate in a frequent family dinner routine are less likely to give in to peer pressure or develop eating disorders. In fact, kids that sit down at…

  • New Years Bucket List for Families | Renée at Great Peace #families #familytime #celebrations #newyears
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    The New Years Bucket List for Families 

    New years is such an exciting time for both parents and children alike. Not only does the coming new year signify growth but it also brings in a fresh start. With plenty of opportunities to enjoy the new year as a family, there are ways to make it even better. This year, you can make a new years bucket list for your family. It is a great way to countdown to the new year, with a fantastic list of must do’s before the clock strikes midnight, signifying a new year.

  • Winter Date Night Ideas for Married Couples | Renée at Great Peace #MarriageMoments #marriage #marriedcouples #wives
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    Winter Time Date Night Ideas for Married Couples

    It seems the entire country is blanketed in cold weather! That might make it difficult to get out and about. Especially, if you need to find a babysitter to come in to watch the kids so you can have a date night. But, you CAN manage date night even during the cold winter months. Keep reading to discover ideas for how you can keep your monthly date night active even when there is snow on the ground. 

  • How to Get Cozy with the Family this Winter | Renée at Great Peace #family #homemaking #familytime
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    13 Ways to Get Cozy with Your Family This Winter 

    The colder months are here! Which means it’s the perfect time for some family bonding. So put on some warm fuzzy socks, kick back and get cozy with your family. The comforting sounds of stories told out loud, the fresh feel of flannel sheets, the smells of something delicious baking wafting from the oven, these are all the amazing things that make for a cozy time with your family and the winter months are the perfect time to enjoy them all.   Don’t Miss 10 Family Bonding Time Ideas When the temperatures drop families find themselves staying indoors more. Especially if the winter is a cold, snowy one. So gather…

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    5 Date Night Ideas When Your Husband is a Loner

    If you are married to a loner, you may be craving a date night. Especially if you are an extrovert. You see, while your husband may prefer to stay home and away from social situations, sometimes you just want to get out and participate in some fun and romantic time, even if it is just the two of you. So how do you come up with fun date night ideas when your husband is a loner? The truth is, it isn’t that difficult. In fact, overthinking it will only add undue stress. While many believe that a date night has to revolve around crowded restaurants, or participating in big events…

  • How to Foster Creativity in Gifted Children | Renée at Great Peace #gifted #homeschool #ihsnet
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    How to Foster Creativity in Gifted Children

    Creativity can be a natural for many gifted children. Some seem to be born with an innate ability to draw, paint, build, or express ideas in a creative way. That said, creativity is also a skill than can be developed. In fact, creativity is a skill that parents can foster within their gifted children. The key is finding what your child is interested in, and then, providing them opportunity to explore that interest in creative ways. By fostering creativity within your gifted child, you can help them mature emotionally, mentally and socially. Allowing them to explore and create their own creative interests can also help them to build confidence. Creative…