Grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins and other family members are important in our lives so we need to foster genuine and loving relationships. Listed below are some ways we can use to show our love for family.

• A telephone call to grandparents will certainly help to lift their spirits while building a closer bond between your child and his/her grandparents.
• Art projects are fun and what a great way to spend quality time together.
• Assist your child in making a supply of cards for all occasions. Mailing a card to someone who needs cheering up is not only meaningful but an excellent learning experience.
• Send a personalized calendar with monthly pictures of your son or daughter to out of town relatives. Now that's a great way for families to share those precious photos.
• Instead of putting your child's latest drawing on the refrigerator, why not frame it and send it to someone special?

Please write and tell us about projects that have helped strengthen your family ties.