My dad was such a busy man when we were younger. Between running
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He was always really good about talking to us, finding out what we were up to, asking us questions. He always made us feel like he cared about what was going on in our lives. Even at 5 years old, when my biggest problem was not getting enough time in the kindergarten play house. I know, pretty traumatic :)
But even with parents being busy they always managed some wonderful one on one time. One thing we did in our family was a recorded interview. Our dad would set up the camcorder and sit down and ask us questions. Mom and Dad wanted to capture us as children, just being our selves. They would asks us who are best friends are, our favorite movies, what we love about our mom and dad, what we wanted to be when we grew up.
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P.S. I am getting ready to start opening up Family Moment Mondays to all who want to participate. So if you are interested in participating I would love for you to email me so I have an idea of how many are wanting to participate. motherhoodfordummies@hotmail.com
That was a great idea! I can imagine how much fun it is looking back at those clips now.
ReplyDeleteNeed more info on the family moment Mondays...did I miss a post?
Heidi
I sent you an email...I'm interested!
ReplyDeleteGood idea - imagine it would be easier to catalogue and watch than the hours of unedited tape. We're going to do this!
ReplyDeleteawww I wish my mom had done something like that with me. :( Sounds so cute!
ReplyDeleteThat is a great idea. We have GOT to get our video camera fixed.
ReplyDeleteMy SIL and BIL (da Wizard actually) are headed your way in June and would like to know what the price of gas is in your area.
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I love our old family films! Oh the good old days when i was sweet and innocent!
ReplyDeleteThat is a fantastic idea! I never would have thought of that one. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteHey Melissa great idea! I love your Family Moment Mondays, in fact I did post for it today on my blog hoping you would be opening it up to everyone today. Oh well, I'll keep checking and I would love to participate.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely memory.
ReplyDeleteI especially love that you are recreating it your own family. These traditions form the histories of our families and link the generations in a tangible chain of love and connection....How clever you are to keep it going....
What a great idea! I'm SO going to steal that.
ReplyDeleteThat is a great idea... my parents did something similiar. Only, they did not tape it. What fun that would be now!
ReplyDeleteI think you should post one on your blog for us to see. I dare you!
Thanks for always having something fun to share! Oh, welcome back...I missed you!
Come by my blog and visit. I have something for you. Kelli
ReplyDeletethats a great idea, I think i just might do that, thanks :)
ReplyDeleteSuch a great idea.
ReplyDeleteIt is good to spend time together
I LOVE this idea!! Will definitely bust out the camcorder and try it out.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing! :)