Today’s lifestyles are so quick-paced and hurried that it can be easy for people to overlook some aspects of their life. Parents and kids who lead extremely busy lives, for instance, can sometimes neglect the state of their homes. Many people don’t stop to consider if their family members are still happy at home, often recognizing problems when it’s too late.

So if your family’s been a little busy for a while, why don’t you all take a break over the weekend and just enjoy spending quality time with each other? Taking a break doesn’t necessarily mean packing up and spending money on a vacation. You can still enjoy each other’s company around the house. Here are some activities that may help you have a happier home.

Make it a point to regularly have fun with the family.

Set aside some time weekly to have fun with your family members. The best time for family fun is usually during the weekend, when parents don’t have to work and kids don’t have to go to school. Have a game night or a movie night and pick movies and games that all family members can enjoy. You can also join your kids in playing videogames or ask them to teach you how to play games on the computer. What matters is that you regularly take the time to have fun and relax with your family.

Eat together.

How often do you and your family actually sit around the table to share a meal? There’s often no time to sit down for a meal in the morning, since parents and kids have to rush to school or work. Lunchtime, of course, is spent at the office or at school as well. Some parents don’t get home early enough to share dinner with their kids. Mealtimes can serve as valuable bonding moments for parents and kids, so make sure your family shares a meal together at least a few times a week.