Ever had a moment where you felt like the worst parent in the world?

I had one last Saturday night at 11:27 PM.

Why, you ask? Because I never made bunny tracks in the middle of the night for my children to discover Easter morning.

It’s true, and I realized this as I was bent over, my fingers dredged in whole wheat flour, trying my best to make perfect little bunny paw prints, which turned out to be not so perfect, for my visiting nephew (fyi, do NOT use whole wheat flour). This was a tradition my brother carried out every year, like our dad did when we were little. Sadly, I think I was too lazy to continue that tradition with my own children.

Easter

I robbed them of the sheer joy of tracking the Easter Bunny down the street. Or at least to the neighbor’s yard, only to disappear into the grass.

Which had me wondering, what else have I deprived my children of? Elf on the Shelf? Surely I can’t be the only one who had never heard of this creepy looking doll until a couple of years ago, can I?

I scoured the internet to see what other traditions my children were missing out on. I was astonished! Truly. Did you know there’s an International Eat Ice Cream for Breakfast Day? Seriously!  That totally would have been a celebrated tradition in our household. How about No Housework Day? Really! It’s an honest to goodness national holiday! I know kids probably won’t appreciate it as much as the adults, but you’d better believe my family will be celebrating this one every April 7th from here on out.

Apparently there are hundreds of wacky holidays out there – several every single month. Each one provides an opportunity for your family to start a fun, family tradition. I found this site to help you on your way. I don’t know how accurate and authentic these are but some sure do sound fun: Clean up Your Room Day, anyone, anyone? Each and every May 10…you’re welcome!

Each new day gives you the chance to make lasting memories with your family. Although crazy holidays may help get you going, you don’t need one to create moments worth remembering. Simply turn off the t.v. and put away your phones. Make dinner with the entire family. Play a board game. Go to the park. Live, laugh, love, and celebrate each and every day.

Some of the best childhood memories stem from family bike rides, long drives to Grandma’s, karaoke in the car, or spontaneous dance-offs. Whatever the moment, these are the little things your kids will remember…so be sure to take the time to make them!

What are some fun traditions or crazy holidays your family shares? 🙂