SurvivalMom’s Quote of the Day & a Survival Survey

When you teach your son, you teach your son’s son.

~ The Talmud

I love this quote.  It reinforces my belief in and commitment to teaching my kids important, practical skills that have meaning.  In time, they’ll be passed on to my grandchildren.  (Good grief.  Did I just say, “grandchildren”???)

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Right now my kids are taking music lessons (guitar and piano), horseback riding, and are on swim teams.  Music because it could possibly be a future career or a way to earn some extra money, plus it teaches counting, fractions, self-discipline and patience!  Riding because there are few other skills that have stood the test of time when it comes to pure practicability, enjoyment, and yes, a way to earn a little money in the future.  Swimming because it’s great physical exercise for the entire body, and yet another way my kids could earn some income.  (Are you seeing at trend here?)  Seriously.  They could patrol the beaches as lifeguards on horseback while serenading swimmers with their guitar tunes and collecting tips!  Can your kid top that???

What sports, hobbies, and skills are your kids or grand kids learning?  What would you like for them to learn this coming school year and why?

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