13 - Lists

The inside cover of The Book of McKay

I have a book. A book of lists.

Preface: This is a book of lists, lists of the most pertinent things for salvation as well as the least. Contained in these lists are the things that make up me for better or for worse. I expect the items in each list to change. Things will be taken away and things will most definitely and frequently be added. This book is for the sole purpose of attempting to preserve those things that I would never think to write anywhere else. Perhaps one day it will become the best summary of me, the Book of Mckay.

I wold like to share the first list in my book of lists:

My Eternal Family - The things I need to do to make sure my family is close forever.

1.) Eat dinner together at the table
2.) Nightly scripture study
3.) Read books aloud as a family
4.) Nightly prayer
5.) Sing together
6.) No TV
7.) Family Home Evening (every Monday)
8.) Board Games!
9.) Show my kids love
10.) Frequent testifying of God's Love
11.) Popcorn and Smoothies (every Sunday)
12.) Lots of Traditions
13.) Love of the Book of Mormon
14.) Scouting
15.) Watch all of General Conference
16.) Let them help even if it is inconvenient
17.) Foster a love of learning
18.) Always reach a little higher
19.) Never discipline in anger

The list continues to grow, but I am sure that if I can work on doing these things with my family we will always be close. If you have any questions about some of these traditions or why we do what we do you can contact me directly at swimmin24.7@gmail.com.