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| Family Reunion Tips | Make up some activities that require that family members work together and to depend upon each other to complete the task. In addition to shared experiences, another way to build unity is through interdependence. Apart from of peoples’ differences, fulfilling a task together, such as planning a meal, playing on the same team during a game, making a family skit, or working together on any project creates a sense of accomplishment and togetherness.
Remember about the importance of planning, organization, and structure. Successful family reunions don’t just happen. Thorough planning is proven to pay off.
Make important decisions, rules and boundaries prior to the reunion. Discuss the rules for daily living and reach compromises prior to the reunion rather than during the reunion.
Take care all family members are invited ahead of time. Announce about the next years reunion at the upcoming reunion. The majority of people who work have to give several months notice to get off in the summer. It is also helpful for those out of town relatives who wish to make travel arrangements ahead of time.
Do many copies you may wish to share with others: pictures, pedigrees, family group sheets, stories, and CD's.
Take blank forms for updates with you. Include families who attend update all births, marriages, deaths, divorces, moves (change of address and phone numbers) and job changes.
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