Homemade Love on Grandparents Day September 8, 2013
One purpose of Grandparents Day is to honor grandparents. Here are some creative ideas that grandchildren can do to show their love and appreciation for their grandparents.
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Grace, Under Pressure Gives Voice to Autistic Daughter
Sophie Walker helped her daughter find self-esteem by embracing her autism and helped herself overcome depression by training to run a marathon.
Read More »Creative Grandma Enjoys Scavenger Hunt with Grandchildren
This summer Francis and her grandchildren are participating in the SJMN News 2013 Road Trip Scavenger Hunt. The goal is to snap photos of 20 items during your summer travels.
Read More »Grieving for a Dear Friend
This summer feels unreal. Instead of visiting my granddaughters, I pair each visit with a trip to the hospital, just a few miles from their home, to see my best friend, Marilyn.
Read More »Homeschooling Fosters Creativity and Entrepreneurship
Homeschooling lessons can be found in everyday moments. My two granddaughters learned valuable entrepreneurial skills at the Annual Homeschool Conference Artisan Craft Fair.
Read More »Who Are You When You’re Not Grandma?
Beneath the surface of every nurturing grandma is a wealth of interesting stories and life experiences. I know because I’ve met hundreds of fascinating grandmas.
Read More »Meatless Monday Recipe – Tofu Lettuce Cups
My husband and I started practicing meatless Monday two months ago with encouragement from our two vegetarian granddaughters. I adapted Rose Scott’s winning recipe by omitting the pork.
Read More »12 Tips for Multi-generational Travel
Grandparents are always looking for ways to bond with their families. These tips for multi-generational vacations will deepen the relationships among the generations.
Read More »Coping with Feelings of Being Unappreciated
It’s important for grandmas to show appreciation to the parents of their grandchildren. But many grandmas complain they don’t feel appreciated for all they do for their families.
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