When home is heaven

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Blessed are the peace makers, for they shall be called the children of God. The Lord Jesus

Peace is the tranquility of order. St. Augustine

"Everyone please be quiet."

All of the children obeyed their father.

"Please pick up all of your toys and put them in they toy box."

Again, they obeyed.

When they finished, he said, "Your room looks very nice and neat. You did a good job."

"Thank you daddy."

Now let's go outside and play!

They eagerly followed their father and played freeze tag until they couldn't catch their breath. They liked playing with their dad because he made the rules very clear and easy to remember. Games were a lot more fun when they knew the rules. They're even more fun when everyone follows them.

After play time, they went back in, washed their hands, and got ready for dinner.

"Please set the table everyone," their mother said.

They talked one at a time while they put the plates and silverware on the table.

"The table looks beautiful. Thank you so much for your help."

"You're welcome mom!"

"Bow your heads please," Dad said.

They bowed. They prayed with him.

"Our Father in heaven, thank you for this food and for this time. In the name of the Lord. Amen."

"Amen."

Thank you sweetheart for making dinner.

You're welcome darling.

Thanks mom.

You're all welcome.

They all talked about their day, listening to each person express their thoughts and feelings, and responding to each person with genuine interest. Jazz playing in the background. Laughing and enjoying each other.