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Taking time to enjoy life’s little pleasures allows people to slow down and think about everything they’re grateful for and remember what’s important.
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That’s why today, we teamed up with McDonald's to compile a list of ways you can enjoy the little things with your kids.
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Movie nights are one of the easiest ways to hang out as a family. Bring all your floor pillows, blankets and snacks into the living room and turn on a movie everyone will love.
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Share Meals Together! This one is something you and your kids might already do on the reg, but sharing food together is seriously one of the greatest joys in life.
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If mealtime is already family time, that’s awesome!
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Next time you and your kids play outside, give them a handful of chalk to draw and write on the sidewalk. Encourage them to write a positive notes for other people to read as they walk by.
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Spend a Saturday afternoon reading with your kids, either reading to your kids or with each member of the family immersed in their own book.
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Next time you take your kids out on a walk, pluck a few flower stems to take home to add a little bit of freshness to your dining table.
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As soon as the weather warms up, take a trip to the beach! Take some time to dig your feet into the sand with your kids to feel the warm grains against your skin. Remember to pack sunscreen!
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Set up a little tent for your family right in your own backyard so your kids feel like they’re going on a little adventure, even if just outside your home.
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If you don’t have a pet, or even if you do, take your kids to volunteer at the local animal shelter for a weekend.
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Spend a Friday night playing games, whether you’re playing classic board games or a videogame that allows multiple players. There’s nothing like a little friendly competition, amiright?
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Me: Family, I love you. Family: We know. (And we love you too.)
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Make sure to check out the full post for more tips on how to enjoy the little things in life with your fave people: go.brit.co/2kSifdv