Hallmark Recordable Books Make a Long-Distance Connection
There are many high-tech ways to connect with our grandchildren. Here’s one more: Recordable Storybooks.They’re especially popular during the holiday season.
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Being the “Other” Grandma Is No Fun
I’ve heard many grandmas say they sometimes feel a need to compete with the “other” grandma for the best presents or the coolest vacation or the best storyteller.
Read More »When Grandchildren Visit
Is your grandchild coming to visit? To ensure an enjoyable experience it’s a good idea to plan some age-appropriate activities that you’ll all remember with fondness.
Read More »Call Me Grandma, Please!
Today’s glamorous grandmas, who wear skinny jeans and run to charity meetings in stilettos, don’t want to be called Grandma. They prefer Nonna, Mammy, Poopsie, and Bon-Bon.
Read More »Grandparents, Get on Board With the Parents Program
Parents have many fresh, new approaches to child-rearing. If grandparents want access to their grandchildren, they better be on board with their programs.
Read More »A Gorge-ous Drive Along the Columbia River
The Columbia River Gorge, just east of Portland, Oregon, is a is a must-see destination. We stayed in Hood River and drove the historic Columbia River Highway.
Read More »Zumba: The Workout for All Ages
Zumba is a fast-paced dance program which fuses Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves. It’s the fastest and most fun hour of exercise I’ve ever done.
Read More »Snail Mail Beats Texting for Impact
Beverly and her granddaughter stay connected by texting. But when her granddaughter left for college, she gave her a pack of stamped postcards addressed to herself.
Read More »I Remember Grandma Amelia
September 23 is my grandma Amelia’s birthday. A second generation San Franciscan, she was born in 1893 and lived in the City until she passed away at age 93.
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