Let's face it. One of our greatest fears as parents is the often
expected possibility that our kids would forget about us once
they embrace independence. They have to move out and establish
their own lot in life, eventually. Will they keep in touch? Will
they always remember? Will they carry in their hearts the
enjoyable memories you once shared? The answer is as clear as
the question, if we ponder on in it more deeply. The way they
would remember is by giving them a lot of fun memories to
nurture. And what better way to make this a reality than by
having an annual family vacation as a tradition.
Most importantly, a family vacation would allow you to savor all
these things together. That is what a family is all about, after
all... being together, sharing a bond that neither time nor tide
would be able to erode.
And the fact that such a family vacation would be celebrated
every year can most possibly define what your family is all
about... that is, a family which upholds tradition and puts a
premium on the ties that bind.
Since you, your spouse and the kids, as well as members of the
extended family on occasions, would have a family vacation to
plan for each and every year, there will be a lot of
opportunities to visit wonderful and unforgettable places. Not
only will these experiences spice up your lives, but they would
also foster the strengthening of the bond that each family
member shares.
Most counselors, as a matter of fact, promote an annual family
vacation to keep the said family together. Each member may have
his or her own life to live. He or she may have his or her own
obligations to fulfill. But for at least once a year, they would
all come together to celebrate what a family really means...
mutual love and support.
Indeed, an annual family vacation can easily become a tradition
that can be cherished by each and every member of the household.
Who knows? Perhaps this tradition can even last forever, and
there will come a time when you'd be enjoying a family vacation
with your grandkids as well.
Now, isn't that an investment worth making?
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