Top Five Family Vacations
- Orlando, FL
- Washington D.C.
- Yellowstone Nat'l Park
- New York, NY
- San Diego, CA
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The ABCs of Summer Fun
By now, you’ve probably already hit the beach and had your fair share of picnics—
now what do you do with the kids for the other two months of summer? Don’t
despair! At LDS Living, we racked our brains and came up with a whole slew of great
activities from A to Z to help you get through the summer in style. Be sure to check
out our awesome “FHE Alert” ideas, too. Read more >
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Theme Park Survival Guide
If your family is like most, your summer will entail at least one trip to an amusement park. And why not? After all, a trip to the theme park can be the source of some of the most wonderful family memories. There are also high admission prices, huge crowds, and the general stress of a family field trip that go along with it, but most of those can be avoided if you know how to get in, get around, and get out in style. Read more >
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Celebrating Parents
by Sunny Jane Morton
Each year I vow to give the best Mother’s Day and Father’s Day gifts ever. I shop, plan crafting projects, and hunt for Saturday brunch buffets (why are they all on Sunday?). But I hold back because nothing seems perfect. Then Mother’s Day or Father’s Day is upon me, and I panic into last-minute presents that don’t do them justice. Read more >
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Family Reunions 101
by Sunny McClellan Morton
Well, it's happened again. Another summer is coming and it's clear that if there's going to be a family reunion, you'll have to plan it yourself. Read more >
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12 Days of Giving
by Ellen Rhodes
The Twelve Days of Christmas. We all know the familiar carol (at least we think we do until we actually go to sing it)—an advent calendar in song that marks the approach of the most celebrated day of the year. Read more >
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Secret Service
It's important to give service all year round, but as we near the holiday season, service can become even more meaningful to families in need. There are hundreds of ways to offer anonymous service to a deserving family. Here are a few ideas your family or group may want to consider this Christmas season. Read more >
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Traditions with a Twist
We recently asked you, our readers, to share some of your nontraditional holiday traditions with us, and we were overwhelmed by the response. While we couldn’t include them all, we’ve got plenty of fun, new ideas to help you celebrate the holidays while letting your family’s unique style shine through this holiday season. Read more >
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Keeping a Family Journal
by Christine Bradley
One of the greatest ways to document your family’s growth, change, and special moments over the years is through a journal. Keeping a journal that includes entries from every family member can be a great ritual to enjoy on family night or any other time. Not only will you love doing it, but over time you will have an heirloom that will be treasured forever by future generations. Read more >
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Peace in the Backseat
by Joseph Walker
It wasn’t like my sister Kathy and I didn’t have entertainment choices when we went on long trips in the back seat of Dad’s Impala back in the day. Read more >
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Over the River and Through the Woods
by Sharlene T. Barber
Staying close to your grandchildren can’t always mean you’re there for every piano recital or little league game. But it does mean making the effort to let them know Gram and Gramps are their biggest fans. Read more >
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How to Change Your Family
Many Latter-day Saints who read this might ask, "How may we become a more effective family?" You may have preschoolers and elementary-school-age children, perhaps with new babies still coming. Or perhaps your children are teenagers or even adults living at home. The good news (we suppose it could also be the bad news) is that there is no particular age or stage when parenting is automatically easier. Read more >
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Road Trip Games
by Jordan Marie Green
Going on a cross-country road trip with your family is a great way to see a variety of places from the comfort of your own car. Not only is every trip an adventure, but spending hours together in a confined space is guaranteed to bring your family closer—literally. Read more >
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Cruising
by Jamie Lawson
Whether you’re traveling as a single, a couple, or a family of five, there is a cruise that’s perfect for you. From the crystal blue waters of the Caribbean to the rugged glaciers of Alaska, the right choice of cruise line and destination can ensure a vacation filled with relaxation, adventure, and smooth sailing for passengers of any age. Read more >
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Holiday Get-Togethers
by Debra Sansing Woods
What thoughts and feelings arise when you read the words holiday family gathering? Some positive, and then maybe some not so positive? Don’t worry, with a bit of preparation, you can have more of the fun memories, and less of the stressful. Read more >
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Three Easy Steps
by Paul Larsen
Starting your family history can be daunting. Instead of becoming overwhelmed, just follow the steps, one by one, and enjoy the search. Read more >
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Camp Family Fun
by Debra Sansing Woods
"Summer vacation" doesn’t have to mean hundred-dollar amusement park tickets or week-long road trips. Don’t forget all the fun you can have closer to home! Read more >
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Planning Family Together Time
by Jena Peterson
In a conference call with your brothers and sisters last weekend, they all chose your city for this summer’s mass gathering of family—relatives who will descend on your little world expecting fun, family, and food. And if it’s in your city, guess what that means? You’re planning it. Read more >
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If You Cook It, They Will Come
There are several options for food and meal planning for your reunion. The decision will, of course, depend on your facilities, your budget, and how many days your reunion covers. Keep in mind caterers and restaurants usually cost a lot more than preparing the meals yourself. If your reunion lasts three to four days, a combination of options could work best. Read more >
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Traveling With Kids
by Kim Grant
If you’re a parent, you’ve probably heard the saying that traveling with your children constitutes a trip. Without them, you’re vacationing. So which will you be doing this summer? With the following tips, we can almost guarantee that you’ll be doing a little more vacationing, even with the kids. Read more >
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Together Again
by Charlotte Goodman McEwan
Sunny days, star filled nights, fireflies, watermelon, and . . . relatives! Yes, summer is here again. Whether you have an official family reunion planned or just a few families getting together, summer is a time to catch up with those you haven’t seen in a while. After the hugs, kisses, and Aunt Sophie’s "My, how you’ve grown," whip out a few activities to make the time with your extended family fun and memorable. Read more >
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Putting Christmas Away
by Janene Wolsey Baadsgaard
In the weeks following Christmas, most parents dig tinsel from the carpet and vacuum dried pine needles from children’s stockings. These annual chores are sometimes annoying but not too difficult. It’s deciding what to do with all the wonderful, creative handmade gifts from your children—that’s what gets to you. Read more >
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Creating Fun Family Traditions
When most of us think of traditions, it’s usually Christmastime that comes to mind first. For many families this exciting time of year is filled with events that make the season what it is: decorating the Christmas tree, making goodies, visiting Santa, and reading the Christmas story—what would Christmas be without these things! Read more >
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Staging My Own "Sit-Down" Strike
by Lori Mortensen
The extent of my "condition" didn’t hit me until we took a trip to the local swimming hole. While my offspring ran off and splashed into the lake, I dragged my fold-up chair across the sand and plopped down like a bird in a nest of towels, snacks, and water bottles. Read more >
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