("Women With or Without Children" by Caitlin Connolly)

"Each family prayer, each episode of family scripture study, and each family home evening is a brushstroke on the canvas of our souls. No one event may appear to be very impressive or memorable. But just as the yellow and gold and brown strokes of paint complement each other and produce an impressive masterpiece, so our consistency in doing seemingly small things can lead to significant spiritual results." (David A. Bednar, "More Diligent and Concerned at Home," Ensign, Nov. 2009)

It used to be family night with seven people in attendance at our house.  We would spend a considerable amount of time on the "calendaring" section of family night, with many things to coordinate and go over between us.  We always had refreshments and an activity and our lesson was rotated between us.  The lessons were often creative, involving visual aids, drama, stories, and pictures.

We are still consistent with the holding of family night, though the mood seems much quieter and calmer.  We still go over calendar and "family business," and we always have some kind of spiritual content, along with music. We have a treat or activity some of the time, but the feeling is great and the closeness we feel with one another is a precious treasure.

Family night has blessed our family.