Make dinnertime a family commitment. It is important for family members to make an effort to be home for dinner, if possible. If any family member is consistently absent from dinner for any reason, it may be time to make changes or adjustments that will allow family members to have at least one meal together during the day, if possible. It takes lots of unhurried time to nurture and enjoy our families. Children grow up, and parents grow old. There is not enough time to put off loving.Mealtime, Family Time | September 1998
Janene Wolsey Baadsgaard
This is a wonderful talk. I grew up in a family where we always had dinner together. I remember that as my Dad walked by my chair, he would always take my long hair in hands and make a pony tail, then go sit down. He would gently acknowledge each family member with a warm touch or smile. I always felt his love for each of us. "There is something soothing and healing about a gentle touch, a kiss on the cheek, a pat on the shoulder, or warm embrace that words can't duplicate." We always began our meals with prayer.
This is a wonderful talk. I grew up in a family where we always had dinner together. I remember that as my Dad walked by my chair, he would always take my long hair in hands and make a pony tail, then go sit down. He would gently acknowledge each family member with a warm touch or smile. I always felt his love for each of us. "There is something soothing and healing about a gentle touch, a kiss on the cheek, a pat on the shoulder, or warm embrace that words can't duplicate." We always began our meals with prayer.
I am grateful for anytime we gather as a family for dinner. I love hearing my grandson's pray. I hope they will always remember how cherished and loved they are. I do love to gather as a family, and I miss Christopher.
