traditions book quote 6

From Treasuring God in Our Traditions, by Noel Piper...

These times with the children are a reminder of the importance of planning.  It might seem coldhearted to write "playtime with children" on your calendar, but really it's a loving way to make sure that a good thing happens, a time that you and your children enjoy [and need].  Scheduling helps you repsond to competing requests.  You can look at your calendar and say, "Sorry, I have another appointment at that time."  Both you and the children may take it for granted after a while, but the tradition wouldn't have developed if you hadn't planned it into your days.  When your children know they can depend on Dad and Mom, it will be much easier for them to learn to depend on God (p. 60-61, emphasis mine).