#family-time tag

4 weeks ago

A Mom Wonders What's A "Normal" Amount Of Time To Spend With Her Teen

A teenager's school, sports, and solitary screen time can produce very limited daily family interaction despite frequent home presence.

1 month ago

Our kids only participate in one activity at a time, here's why

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.

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Women

2 months ago

Is There A Women's Hobby Equivalent To Men And Golfing?

Wives express frustration that husbands prioritize time-consuming, expensive weekend golf over family obligations, creating resentment and repeated couple conflicts.

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As a teen, I had a few part-time jobs while in school. I don't want my kids to do the same.

fromSlate Magazine

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I've Cracked the Code for Keeping My Daughter Out of Trouble. It Involves a Horse.

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Ed Sheeran's top parenting tip revolves around breakfast

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I don't let my kid go to birthday parties - family time is more important

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The Big Reason Emily Oster Doesn't Go To Kids' Birthday Parties

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As a teen, I had a few part-time jobs while in school. I don't want my kids to do the same.

fromSlate Magazine

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I've Cracked the Code for Keeping My Daughter Out of Trouble. It Involves a Horse.

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Ed Sheeran's top parenting tip revolves around breakfast

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I don't let my kid go to birthday parties - family time is more important

Parenting

The Big Reason Emily Oster Doesn't Go To Kids' Birthday Parties

I'm worried my teens are growing up too fast, so I booked a family vacation to Maine. The trip helped slow down time.

Spending quality time with family can create precious memories and slow down the passage of time.

Relationships

from24/7 Wall St.

Should I hire a lawn service to buy back time with my kids - or is that just frivolous spending?

Questioning what is considered frivolous spending is valid, particularly when it impacts time with loved ones.

Food & drink

fromTasting Table

Here's Why Crumbl Cookies Is Closed On Sundays - Tasting Table

Crumbl Cookies closes on Sundays to allow employees time for rest and family.

fromTODAY.com

5 months ago

TODAY Dads on Working Dad Guilt and How They Make Family a Priority

"When the kids were younger, I was traveling a lot more than I do now. And this guy gave me some solid advice a few years ago… It's not about quantity, it's about quality."

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Everyday cooking

How Eric Stonestreet spends his 5 to 9 - from cooking outdoors to unwinding with 'Wheel of Fortune.'

Eric Stonestreet shares insights on life changes, routines, and his journey with type 2 diabetes during an interview with Business Insider.

Parenting

fromTODAY.com

Mom defends choice to RSVP 'no' to kids' birthday parties

Emily Oster defends her family's choice to skip children's birthday parties to prioritize family time, which she believes works best for them.

Chicago

fromEater Chicago

Tutore Italian Cooking School in Avondale Will Close After Two Years

Tutore Italian Cooking School in Avondale is closing to allow co-owner Dean Zanella more family time despite its success.

7 months ago

Prince William and Kate Middleton skip royal Easter celebrations for second year in a row

William and Kate opted to skip the royal Easter celebration for the second consecutive year, choosing to focus on family time at their estate.

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