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20 tips for creating a family-centered lifeBy: Bryan Davis


Do you have a family-centered life? Review the list below and add your own thoughts in our Comments section.
1. Mom and Dad have a consistent date night alone together at least once a month
2. Dad has scheduled one-on-one time with each of his children at least once a month
3. Entire family gathers for dinner at least 3 times a week
4. Dad texts, e-mails or calls each of his children at least once a day
5. A monthly family home video night
6. A monthly family board game night
7. Saturday chores are done with the kids helping
8. At least once every three months, Dad brings lunch to school for his kids
9. Dad prays with each of his children before they go to bed each night
10. Weekly church attendance
11. Three TV shows per week are watched by the entire family (with commercials muted)
12. Dad's job does not keep him working a lot of late nights or weekends
13. Entire family has at least one week of vacation time together per year
14. Mom and Dad attend at least one marriage strengthening conference per year
15. Family attempts camping at least once a year
16. Dad attends or coordinates a Daddy/Daughter Dance (here's how)
17. Dad personally knows all of his children's teachers and is involved in the PTA
18. Dad's time with his buddies more often than not includes everyone's kids
19. More family activities are planned outdoors than indoors
20. Dad honors his own parents