As I was reading some articles on the internet, I came across a suggestion that parents should write down what they love about each of their children and then let each child know. I thought that was such a wonderful idea. Reference was made to the work of Sherry Richert Belul and her book Simply Celebrate.
Ms. Belul encourages everyone to celebrate life and the ones you love each day. Her website www.simplycelebrate.net is filled with all sorts of suggestions to help you do that.
Here is an excerpt from her website:
Ultimately, all of my work is about helping myself and others remember how fleeting and extraordinary life is so we can get present, right here right now, and celebrate what is amazing about who we are and the shape of our lives.
Because the world is way better when we celebrate every moment.
Taking her concept of celebrating the ones we love every day, I suggest that making a list about each one of your children is fantastic. What is special about each? What do you love? Think about each detail, not just generalities. After you have made your list, consider writing notes to each child. Your note can be put inside a lunchbox, in a drawer, on a desk – any place where your child frequents in the house.
Just imagine your children’s reactions! They will be filled with love too as they read each note and these notes will become keepsakes, building fond memories.