Evening at Home

A Magpie Tale

 

Midnight Snack, 1984, by Curtis Wilson Cost

Within our walls, where all is warm and bright,
set aside the troubles of the day;
shut out the threat'ning shadows of the night.

Sing a song, let voices take wild flight!
Fill the air with cheer, keep fear at bay,
within our walls, where all is warm and bright.

Tell old tales of victory through right.
Let safety found along the narrow way
shut out the threat'ning shadows of the night.

Start a silly game, devoid of spite;
laugh as young and old join in to play,
within our walls, where all is warm and bright.

Enjoy the taste of family delight--
scoop up its sweetness, soothing all dismay.
Shut out the threat'ning shadows of the night.

Gather in the children, hold them tight,
kneel together, bow your head to pray.
Within our walls, where all is warm and bright,
shut out the threat'ning shadows of the night.


Family Home Evening is a tradition among Mormons, in which

"a special time (is) set aside each week that brings family members together and strengthens their love for each other, helps them draw closer to Heavenly Father, and encourages them to live righteously." (from LDS.org) 

Because, you know, the family that prays together and plays together will want to stay together.  Give it a try!