Some days, outdoor play needs to be simple. No set up. No elaborate plans. Just a reason to open the door and head outside. That’s why the Candy Cane Hunt is a perfect outdoor game to add to your Advent activity calendar, Christmas traditions, or even those quiet days after the holidays when everyone needs fresh air but no one wants a big plan. And the best part? This works far beyond Christmas — swapping candy canes for seasonal treasures makes it an outdoor game for any sea

In a world that urges us to hurry, fill our calendars, and chase “more,” the simple act of walking together as a family can become an anchor - something steady, grounding, and beautifully ordinary. One of the sweetest rhythms our family has built is our nightly walk down to the river near our home. It’s simple. It’s free. And it has become one of the most meaningful parts of our day. Here's how we practice the family gratitude walk, a simple outdoor tradition you can start to