Reclaiming Family Time: The Power of a Vacation
A friend once shared that on a family vacation with her husband and three kids, they “found each other” after realizing they had been lost in their busy lives. I deeply understood this. We had our kids in various activities meant to enrich their lives, but the chaos of overlapping schedules left little intentional family time.
The saying “They’re only young once” is true. I thought I had 18 years with each child, but by 15, they were already finding independence. Even a 15-minute drive to hockey practice became a cherished moment of connection. Watching them grow made me appreciate these fleeting moments as precious gifts.
As a mother, I always yearn for my children. Even now, with my oldest a father, my second flying planes, and my youngest pursuing an artistic career, I miss those golden years with them under my wings. Planning family vacations was my way of gathering them together intentionally, free from distractions. These vacations created bonding moments through new discoveries, laughter, and shared adventures.
Some of my favorite family vacations were simple, like a road trip to Montana or playing soccer at midnight in Iceland. These moments of eye contact, laughter, and hugs helped us find each other again.
Don’t wait for the perfect time or price to take a vacation. Start small—perhaps a weekend in a cabin nearby. Leave the phones behind, bring card games and puzzles, and focus on being together. When you’re older, you’ll cherish the memories of these vacations, not the money spent. So, prioritize family time now and create those lasting memories.
When you are ready to plan that vacation just reach out to me. I want to help you create those lasting family memories!
