April 17, 2018
The Importance Of Making Memories

Dr. Laura:

I grew up in a loving home with a stay-at-home mom and a hard-working dad.  Now, as an adult, I see how having a one-income household must have been a struggle for them.  It meant a lot of budgeting and a lot of doing without things for themselves, but it was just something they did without even giving it a moment's thought, and without complaining.

My parents always made sure my brothers and I had what we needed, and we never went without any essentials.  We may not have been able to afford many far-away or expensive family vacations, but we often went on weekend camping trips as a family.  We didn't always get the newest toys we wanted, but we had parents who would spend time doing crafts, science experiments, taking trips to the library and playing board games with us. 

Now, as a stay-at-home mom myself, there are things I would like to buy for my children or places I would like to take them that we cannot afford, but I look back at my childhood and realize that what's important is spending time with my kids learning, talking, playing, and creating wonderful memories together.  I'm so thankful for a childhood that taught me that it's not about working more to provide more things for your children, but it's about being there with your children to be a part of how they learn and grow.  I've never looked back and wished that we had more or that we had done more when I was a child, because I know the love and attention my parents provided was far more meaningful.  It's amazing how a legacy like that lives on through generations in such a meaningful way.

Kristen



Posted by Staff at 10:59 AM