by Gina Gott

Created on: May 10, 2009   Last Updated: May 14, 2009

Old - fashioned family fun is inexpensive, and involves a chance to laugh and talk. It is what memories are made of . If you are looking for some simple ideas to bring your family closer together then keep reading .

An old-fashioned picnic is a great way to enjoy a summer day . Let your children or significant other help in preparing the meal. You can make simple sandwiches and chips or fried chicken and potato salad. The choices are endless. Go to your local park or a even your backyard. Lay out a blanket and enjoy some sun.

Fishing is another way of enjoying a day of togetherness. Go to a nearby river or lake , and enjoy! There will be plenty of time for talking and there is nothing more exciting then catching a big fish. You will be surprised at how a day outside with your family will rejuvenate you.

Swimming is another fun idea. Go to a lake or even your local YMCA. Being together is the main thing. Splash around and have the time of your life .

If you live near a beach , then you have it made. Take your family to the ocean. Build sand castles together or just go for a long walk on the sandy shore.

Have a good old - fashion game night. Teach your children how to play checkers and chess. Sit around and play charades. There are many games out there or you can just make up your own. Make some snacks and laugh the night away.

Make a family craft. Build a puzzle together and then frame it. Bead jewelry together. Make a photo collage. Work on a different craft every week if you want.

Have a movie marathon. Go to your local video store and let everyone in the family pick out a movie. Pop some popcorn , and relax for a fun night. If you have a big family , turn it into a movie day.

Enjoy photography. Go around different places in your town and take pictures of everything. Explore the woods looking for birds and squirrels. Go into town taking pictures of landmarks. Looking at the pictures later will bring back happy memories .

Have a karaoke night. Put on some music and get crazy together. Dance around the house , singing to your favorite song .

Go camping and reconnect with nature . Build a campfire and roast marsh-mellows and hotdogs . Tell ghost stories to each other.

Old-fashioned fun is just spending time together and showing your family that you love them Sometimes it is the little things in life that you remember the most. Whatever you do , have fun!

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