Adventuring Together

""The joy of the adventure is simply spending time together. We must not discount an adventure because it is small. Instead, we need to recognize that the act of being with one another, no matter the place or activity, is what really creates bonds that last." - [a:Greta Eskridge|19745615|Greta Eskridge|https://images.gr-assets.com/authors/1589263663p2/19745615.jpg], [b:Adventuring Together: How to Create Connections and Make Lasting Memories with Your Kids|48856378|Adventuring Together How to Create Connections and Make Lasting Memories with Your Kids|Greta Eskridge|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1575499220l/48856378._SY75_.jpg|74245511]<br/><br/>I <i>love</i> this book. When I signed up to be on Greta's launch team for <i>Adventuring Together</i>, I knew the subject matter was perfect to me because it is a topic that is near and dear to me. One of the reasons my children are homeschooled is for the ability to have adventures practically whenever we wanted to. From following her Instagram, I also knew that the types of adventures that Greta took with her own family were the same ones that I usually took with my own.<br/><br/>Greta's fire and love for adventuring through life with her kids is evident through this book. She speaks clearly and passionately for stepping away from our comfort zones to experience life outside of our homes with our children at our side. Her reasons for this are many but the focus is that "thoughtful, intentional activities" are necessary to connecting strong bonds in family relationships. Falling into a rhythmic, monotonous pattern in our every day lives happens to many of us. We have to take the time to plan for things beyond the norm, that really stretch and grow us, with our children. She touches speaks to changing our hearts to do right by our kids so very well. Starting with our own attitudes in conjunction with taking big steps towards adventuring with our kids is hugely important.<br/><br/>If you need encouragement to get out and do more with your kids, or maybe your family is in a slump that just will never end (been there, done that!), I highly recommend you to take the time to read this. I came away so inspired to get out there, immediately, and explore and wander with my children, taking risks and bonding in ways that only shared experiences can bring. Greta gives many ideas on what to do when our adventures become misadventures, growing past activities into new ones, doing hard things, nature activities, books to read aloud, how to create an Adventure Club, and so much more.<br/><br/>Caveat:<br/><br/>Okay, okay. So CoVID-19. Yeah, this makes adventuring together look different than maybe what we would like it to. However, many of things that Greta writes about or lists as possibilities are things that can be done online. In fact, you will find a whole chapter devoted to indoor activities and while maybe visiting museums is not feasible at the moment, there are so many more experiences she recommends that can be created at home.<br/><br/> In conclusion, if you, like Greta, want to foster and shape close relationships with your kids, pick up this book and try some of the recommended activities. Starting with your own heart, and then encouraging the hearts of your children, try something new and see where it leads you."