Our oldest daughter, Christy, told us she was running away. In disbelief, my wife, Cathy, and I stared at each other, at a loss for words. When she started 1 her suitcase, we knew she was serious. Her action left us 2 —after all, Christy was only six. We didn't know whether to laugh or cry.
Our daughter 3 she was moving to Julia's house across the street. My wife gave Julia's mother a 4 , telling her what was happening. Then, with mixed feelings, we watched Christy cross the street. Julia's mother waited outside the door to 5 her. A few hours later, Julia's mom 6 Christy it was Monday night and that our family always drove to the Golden Spoon for frozen yogurt. It was a tradition 7 by my threes girls—including our little Christy. To our 8 , she called and asked if she could go. A joyous 9 .
The yogurt run was part of our family identity. Even the neighbours knew our 10 visit to the Golden Spoon. Our three daughters are now grown-up, but we 11 visit the Golden Spoon as always. Its yogurt is still delicious. Our family 12 are kept strong by one of those simple activities.
At some point, 13 will come to every family. But when you build a strong family identity 14 , there will be no doubt that your family can 15 whatever winds and rains coming your way. Not surprisingly, a strong family identity will give your kids solid foundations to count on during those difficult times.
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