OUR FAMILY STRIVES TO HAVE
Excellence
Academic or vocational achievement in their field of choice
Wisdom
The ability to judge well, and make educated decisions
Testimony
A love for God and an eternal perspective on life
Knowledge
Of who you are and why you are here
Strength
To stand up for who you are and what you know
Virtues
Honesty, charity, respect, patience, gentleness, morality, humility, service
Independence
Having all the skills necessary to maintain a house, home, and family
Balance
To be well-rounded, with an understanding of many things, without obsession of any
What are your family's priorities?
I like that! I bought this sort of cheesy little tapestry at a yard sale, but it really describes my family philosophy so well that I put it up. It is titled "Home Rules," and the rules are listed, with scriptural references:
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"Count your blessings"
"Bear each other's burdens"
"Forgive and forget"
"Be kind and tender-hearted"
"Comfort one another"
"Keep your promises"
"Be supportive of one another"
"Be true to each other"
"Look after each other"
"Treat each other like you treat your friends"
-but most important-
"Love One Another deeply from the heart"
This is what I want for our home - kindness and love, respect and honesty.
I love both your goals and what Emily posted as well. I think that each are what most families strive for, even if they go about it or interpret it differently. Thanks for sharing.
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