While we Filipinos are basically a family oriented nation, I can see many "gray cow" families especially here in the city. A "gray cow" family is your typical "happy family". Less conflict. Daddy and mommy works while kids are expected to do good in school. Weekend is spent together.
Nothing wrong with this, of course. But how can a family be a "purple cow", something that is different, not just mediocre but excellent.
Some suggestions from an imperfect family guy.
* If you're a husband, date your wife. Oh, yes, dude you heard me right. You were spending time with her before, why not now?
* If you're a wife, don't nag. Anymore. At anytime. Zip it. Husbands just hate it.
* If you're a child, stop the PSP or the telebad once in a while and actually watch the boring news with your Dad. He'll appreciate that. Seriously.
* I miss this tradition way back from my former religious affiliation -- how about praying together as a family? Before you sleep or after your dinner, grab a Bible, read a passage and pray together. It's unusual, but great leadership from the father is necessary if this one is done.
Anyone who's actually doing any one of these suggestions in their families? Any other suggestions? Please share your thoughts.
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