Free Family Fun in the Metro (OKC)

If you are looking for some great free events or activities for the family this summer or every weekend in OKC, Metro Family Magazine's calendar is truly one of the best places to go. I am signed up to get their weekend picks every Friday in my e-mail.

While you are there, check out my monthly column Character Corner and be sure to leave lots of comments about how you like it for the editor. Thanks!

Simple Pleasures - Fun Friday

Yesterday, I was surprised to hear my daughter say, "I had the best day ever!"  From her excitement, you would have thought she had just returned from a day at Disneyland.  Yet truthfully her day just included some quality time with the family in the morning, and then an afternoon with my thoughtful father-in-law who is an expert at enjoying the simple things in life. He took them to Sonic, the park, and the candystore. This was a good reminder to me to enjoy the simple pleasures in life with my kids. We have been to the beach, the lake, the mountains and more, but still my kids favorite "vacation" of all time is when we spent the night in a nice hotel downtown. I am always trying to come up with grand plans to entertain my kids when really they would be just as happy enjoying simple time with me playing soccer outside, going to the park, eating icecream, blowing bubbles, or playing board games.

What are some simple pleasures that you and your children share? If you are not sure, just ask them what they want to do today.  While you are enjoying your time together, remember to thank God for all the simple pleasures in your life!

OKC Metrofamily fun - Fun Fridays

         I would be remiss if I did not tell you about one of the  very best sources for fun event ideas for your family.  Metrofamily Magazine is the best at making sure you know what events are available in our area - especially the free or discounted ones.  You can go to MetrofamilyMagazine.com anytime to check their detailed calendar, but I would highly recommend subscribing to get their Weekend Picks e-mailed to you every Thursday, or click here to view this weeks Top 10.  I am continually surprised at the interesting events that go on right here in our community. 
          While you are at their site, you might as well leave a comment about how much you like January's "Character Corner" article about developing determination in your family. I am so excited to be writing a monthly column for one of my favorite magazines!  See Character Corner: Developing Determination