In a world that constantly talks about financial investments and long-term returns, it is easy to forget one of the most meaningful investments we can ever make: our families. While markets shift, the time we pour into our children shapes their confidence, security, and sense of belonging for years to come.
For our publisher, Faith, investing in family time is not an abstract idea. It is a daily practice.
“Investing in the relationship with your children is something I believe is so important,” she shares. With four daughters and a full household, staying connected requires intention. For their family, one of the most powerful commitments is choosing to disconnect from technology in order to reconnect with each other.
“One way we stay connected is to disconnect,” Faith says. In their home, phones are put away at dinner, whether they are gathered around the kitchen table or sitting at a favorite restaurant.
Dinner becomes more than a meal. It becomes a touchpoint. They talk about their days, what happened at school, upcoming plans, ideas for the weekend, and sometimes even debate which movie will make the cut for Friday night. “We talk about our days, school, things we want to do or we debate on what movie we are going to watch for family movie night. The conversations are endless,” she explains.
Those conversations build trust. They create space for laughter, disagreement, storytelling, and understanding. In a culture where everyone is constantly connected to something else, choosing to be fully present with each other is a powerful statement.
Beyond daily dinners, Faith and her family intentionally plan experiences together. At least once a month, they commit to a day trip. Sometimes that means exploring something new, like a weekend market or local event. Other times it is revisiting favorite places that already hold meaning.
They love heading out to the White Tanks for fresh air and desert views, pairing lunch with a movie, or taking a drive to explore somewhere new. These outings are not extravagant vacations; they are simple adventures layered into ordinary life. Yet they create shared stories that become part of the family’s foundation.
“We also try to get out of the house and take a day trip at least once a month,” Faith says. That rhythm of togetherness keeps everyone grounded and connected beyond busy schedules.
Friday nights are sacred in their home. Family movie night is a standing tradition filled with snacks, laughter, and inside jokes only siblings share. It is not about the film as much as it is about the feeling. “It’s never short of laughs, snacks and time well spent,” she says.
Perhaps one of the most meaningful ways Faith invests in her daughters is through one-on-one dates. Each girl gets individual time with a parent, tailored to her interests and personality. “We also take each of our daughters out for one on one dates from time to time. It’s a great way to give them the individual attention they need,” Faith shares.
Those moments remind each child that she is seen, valued, and known beyond the group dynamic of a big family.
When asked what all of this adds up to, Faith answers simply: “The memories, the laughs and everything in between are the best investment for a healthy family.”
In the end, investing in family time is not about grand gestures. It is about consistency and choosing connection again and again. The return is not measured in dollars, but in trust and relationships that last long after the kids are grown.