"Our entire family sits down to have a meal together several times a week. We ask each other questions, find out what's going on in our kids' lives, and share funny stories. Though mealtime can sometimes be chaotic, with bickering and typical exhaustion, we also relish in the limited opportunities we have to sit, face-to-face, and share a meal. We also have some family time on Sunday mornings, attending church together, and the occasional Friday night, where we can watch a movie."
"Every parent knows just how expensive extracurricular activities can be. Our kids have not once been part of an activity that didn't require certain gear, clothing, fees, or some travel, even if it was simply heading across town. Each kid's activity costs quickly add up - especially when you multiply that by four. Limiting our commitments to one activity per kid allows us to be more budget-conscious."
The family limits each child to one extracurricular activity at a time to reduce time commitments and expenses. Evenings and Saturdays often involve driving between activities, but restricting commitments frees up several weeknight family meals, Sunday church attendance, and occasional Friday movie nights. Limiting activities reduces spending on gear, clothing, fees, and travel that multiply with multiple children. The single-activity rule creates time for homework, rest, relaxation, and socializing and reduces exhaustion from an overloaded schedule. The family embraces a 'less is more' approach to extracurriculars to prioritize relationships, academics, and household balance.
Read at Business Insider
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