I can't think of a better way to spend the last night of summer than having a "Back to School Feast" and a friendly game of dodgeball. It has to be said that Brittany is one of the BEST cooks and she made the most delicious dinner!
Cannon wasn't feeling good so grandpa and grandma stayed home with him.
Get better little Bubba!
After feasting and playing, Brittany was inspired to have us continue the night with our own individual Family Home Evening lessons to present our "Family Theme" for the year to our children. Kent and I chose to use Put on the Full Armor of God from Ephesians 6:11.
It was fun to draw the comparison of Ethan's football helmet, pads, etc. We discussed that they will hear and see things aren't always going to be good and by putting on the armor of God they can feel protected and have the strength to stand firm in their beliefs and continue to try to make the right choices. As tradition, after the lesson, Kent gave Ethan and Ella a Father's blessing to give them comfort and guidance as they begin a new school year. I feel so blessed to have friends that inspire me to be a better wife and mother. I am lucky to have a husband that honors his Priesthood on behalf of my family. I love my children so much and I am excited to see them learn and grow this year.
2 comments:
What a great way to start the new school year! You do have wonderful friends--so many of them who love their families and love the Lord. And I think it is fantastic that you always start the school year with a father's blessing. I know those kids will never forget the fact that they have been blessed to do their best and Heavenly Father will help them.
That was the cutest idea... and the pencils and crayons in the jars.. oh my goodness.. you are so dang creative. looks like a fun day.
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