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Savour, Don’t Save
Author Erma Bombeck wrote humorous and insightful essays about family life. One has particular meaning for me. In it, looking back on her life,...
Choosing Books for Children & Teens
When faced with the sea of possibilities in choosing children’s books, there are a few basics you should consider to help you evaluate the...
Lessons Learned from Homeschooling
“Grampa? Whatcha doing?”It was my granddaughter, Randi, standing behind me as I read the latest instalment of Frazz on the GoComics website.“Um, I was...
Who’s the Boss?
I’ve always had a good relationship with my 7-year-old grandson. Along with his other grandparents, I’ve played an integral role in his life from...
‘Grand’ Feelings
It was July 2020, smack dab in the middle of lockdown, when I received a call from my daughter announcing she was pregnant. Lexy...
On-the-Job Training
Minutes after my first grandchild’s birth, I held him with nine parts wonder…and one part trepidation. From the down on his head to his...
10 Things to Consider and/or Have on Hand Before Your Grandkids Visit
Disclaimer: I am not a grandparent—yet! But I have worked with new parents for 30 years, and they have confided in me about the...
A Little Kindness Goes a Long Way
Many years ago, when my sons were in grade school, much to their displearsure, I ran an errand after picking them up at the...
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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...
Grandparents these Days
Not only are grandparents keeping up with their grandchildren these days, they’re often setting the pace.Hike up Mt. Finlayson, grandkids in tow?No problem.Cycle the...
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