Alan wrote about his new plan for a new kind of Sunday morning. The funny part behind his message is that we have all been there. Some of the best fights that I have had with Cindy has been at the stop light in front of our church.
I decided to write to tell you what I think has been the secret to our most successful Sundays. I can sum it up in one word.
Breakfast.
The problem with Sunday mornings is that we don't allow enough time to make it out the door. We end up treating getting out of the door as the goal. Get up, get dressed, get the kids dressed ("No, you can't wear that, it's dirty. Go and change"). There is very little difference between Sunday morning out the door and Monday. Except, you not only have yourself, but the whole crew in tow.
Cooking a big breakfast (Grits, eggs, toast, bacon, biscuits...you know anything that's not cereal) encourages you to get up a little earlier. I get time to have a private cup of coffee before everyone comes down. Also, I get to set the time: we eat at 7:45 am. Every Sunday. No guess work. Everyone knows what time breakfast is served and everyone is expected to be there. Since we leave for church at 8:30 am, everyone is expected to be ready (or near enough ready) by 7:45.
Over the years, I have this down to an art form. And on days (like today) where we don't have breakfast together, you really do miss it.
And, it proves that Daddy can cook a mean batch of Grits! Salt, Butter and Cheese included, gratis.
1 comment:
Chuck, you make a terrific point. Breakfast on Sunday morning is not only a tradition in your home (which the kids will always remember) but it also gives you some time to smell the roses and concentrate on what the day will bring. I love it!
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