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10 Baby Shower Gifts for Grandparents-to-Be

I have just had the immense pleasure of meeting my first grandchild! He is such a delicious little blob of goo. So soft and...

Grand Boundaries

My daughter is growing into her role of mother with grace, wisdom and patience. Yes, I know I'm biased, but it is a remarkable...

Connecting Long-Distance

Grandparents and grandchildren often share a very important emotional bond and both groups can benefit from a strong relationship. When grandparents and grandchildren live...

Our Gang & the Good Ol’ Days

When I think back to my childhood in the 1960s, I can't help but reminisce about our neighborhood gang. This gaggle of children was fluid—it...

Getting Ready for Visiting Grandkids

There's nothing like having your grandkids come over for a visit—especially when you have everything you need on hand. This list is best suited...

Thou Shalt!

I grew up with a lot of shibboleths and thou shalt nots. Thou shalt not make a mess, thou shalt not make a peep,...

Connecting with Teenage Grandkids

My boys are incredibly blessed to have grandparents who work hard to nurture a trusting, playful connection with them. Who better to offer advice...

Sunday Crafternoon

It's a blustery West Coast afternoon, but my three oldest grandchildren and I aren't worried about the weather. We're warm and snug inside, rolling...

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Simple Pleasures

I recently baked a birthday cake with my four-year-old grandson, and after we had iced it, I offered one of the beaters to him....

Gordy Dodd: Grandfather & Community Superhero

Gordy Dodd isn’t your typical grandfather. Who else do you know that’s just as comfortable playing Super Gordy, Bob Barker and the Incredible Hulk...

Victor & Edith Newman

Master carver Victor Newman and his wife, textile artist and clothing designer, Edith Newman, have raised three children, Marion, Carey and Ellen. Victor’s great...
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