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My Grandmother And Her Secret Plan - - Hilda Cang
When I was about 7 or 8 years old, my grandmother said to me, out of the blue, " Mei Mei (rhymed with May May) or simply means Girl Girl, tomorrow Po Po bring you and your sisters (3 of them) to the gold shop downtown . I want to see some gold. " Jewellery she meant ? I nodded my head in... Submitted 245 days 7 hours ago.

My Grandpa – With Two Horses on Two Continents - Christofer French
When I was 12 I had my last conversation with my maternal Grandfather. He died the next year. I went to his funeral on a cold March day. The weather was blustery and cold and seemed to be ordered perfectly for the ceremony. Later that day, it started to rain, and I looked out of the window with... Submitted 247 days 5 hours ago.

I Missed Out On the Countless Blessings of Grandparents - - The Old Gray Mare
I really did miss out – not having grandparents! Observing my generation of people in stores, traveling or simply having lunch at McDonalds with their grandchildren reminds me that I missed out on a chunk of life. I think grandparents are the best thing going for families with youngsters... Submitted 249 days 4 hours ago.

I've Created a Monster (or the other way around) - One Grandma's Confession - Lorrie Davids
It wasn't intentional, in fact, I didn't think he could know what to do when he heard that "beep" and saw the little beam of light. He doesn't even have his first tooth yet and while he pulls himself up and pushes his toys around, he hasn't taken a first step without help. Yet, the minute he... Submitted 2 years 225 days ago.

Another Premium of Grand- parenthood - Sandra E. Graham
Watch the clock-3:00 p.m., 3:30 p.m. Four o'clock--time to go. Grandpa and I grab the stuffed green froggy and a sippy cup of chocolate milk as we head out the door to get out the golf cart. The golf cart is electric and we keep it charged for this daily routine. We had purchased the cart when... Submitted 3 years 236 days ago.

Memories Of My Grandma Coleman: Church, Feet-Washing, Eggnog & Songs-I Felt Safe & Special - Fran Larson
She was an energetic 1 st Class Grandma; a Grandma who made me feel safe and loved. She wore her hair braided, then braids were neatly piled on top of her head, horizontally. She had a soft voice and kind eyes that reflected wisdom, love and strength. She lived in Jacksonville, Florida and I... Submitted 250 days 7 hours ago.

Grandma Watches Language Carefully When Grandchildren Come To Visit: Is She “Cool” or just “Quaint?” - Fran Larson
"We can't go to the mall until I find my billfold," I explained to my granddaughter, Alayna. “What is a billfold?” I was dumbfounded. I didn’t realize my vocabulary was not vogue and up-to-date. I then began to wonder what other words are archaic and no longer in use. ... Submitted 278 days 7 hours ago.

What Is a Grandparent, Without Their Grandchildren? - Sandra E. Graham
The quietness is a deafening roar-all in my head. The emptiness crowds around me as I go from room to room, picking up forgotten toys. Putting away memories. Tiny fingerprints and smudges have all been wiped away, leaving the windows and sliding-glass doors to sparkle in the early morning sun.... Submitted 3 years 14 days ago.

Coming to Terms with Becoming a Grandparent - Danny Davids
As many of you know by now, on January 10 our first grandchild was born. It has been an interesting last few days, with him being kept in the neonatal ICU unit for several days after our daughter had been discharged. However, he's finally home and getting used to life on the outside. (And I'm... Submitted 3 years 127 days ago.

Ten Ways to Know When Your Grandchild Should Have His Own Bed--- - Sandra E. Graham
How many of you readers out there have grandchildren that spend the night-or entire weekends-with you? And how many of these grandchildren sleep in the grandparent's bed? Could I see a show of hands (that would be nice)? I would just like to verify that I am not in this alone. My children... Submitted 3 years 250 days ago.

Former Army nurse visits FDR memorial, recalls last day of President's life at Warm Springs - J. Louise Larson
If a picture's worth a thousand words, one taken in Washington, D.C., recently is near priceless. Maggie Thomas, the only female veteran of the Honor Flight of Ellis County, in the rain, her wheelchair pulled up beside the bronze statue of FDR at the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial. ... Submitted 4 years 2 days ago.

Nursing Home Story- Grandma's Wall - Jon Searles
Maidelee Brinegar was full of life at 78 years old. We all called her Grandma, and this took on special privilege for me when I married her granddaughter. Maidelee was a widow since cancer took her husband. From the time I joined the family there were stories of Pawpaw and after 10 years with the... Submitted 5 years 70 days ago.

Lessons I learned From My Grandparents! - - Bob Alexander
My grandparents taught me some very valuable lessons about life, its rewards and its adversities. As with many, I didn’t realize the importance of these teachings until much later in life. They didn’t realize at the time they were instructing me, but their actions made a big... Submitted 247 days 3 hours ago.

Giggling at Bubbles - - MariAnna Bantell
What do we learn from our grandchildren? Probably at least as much as they learn from us. I find myself totally enthralled. In watching my grandson's expressions as his endless curiosity drives him to explore the world around him - from figuring out how to use his toy wrench and screwdriver to... Submitted 266 days 6 hours ago.

Relax and Re-energize NOW! - - MariAnna Bantell
Do you seem to be spending your life juggling your many responsibilities and relationships? As mothers, wives, grandmothers, employers, employees, volunteers, helpers and listeners, women seem to take on the cares of the world. Here are a few things you can do to create a more relaxed and... Submitted 266 days 6 hours ago.

Grandparents Stay Connected To Your Grandchildren! - Priestess Kandi
In today's society, where family bonds are not as strong as they once were, families are loosing touch with direct family members. Sometimes grandchildren live in the same city, but still loose touch with their grandparents. Grandparents are one of the families strongest links . Grandparents... Submitted 1 year 220 days ago.

My Mama Visited Me Today - Roschelle Nelson
As long as I live, I will consider myself fortunate for so many different things. I've been blessed with two beautiful sons, a loving family, a rewarding professional career, good friends and good health. These are factors I can measure without the help of any outside influence. Other blessings... Submitted 1 year 329 days ago.

The Importance of Grandparents - - Gabriella Gometra
Many parents fear becoming grandparents, because it is a sign that there is a new generation coming, and it often makes them feel old. But don't worry; this is simply an irrational fear. Grandparents are very important people, and they do not necessarily need to act old but they are very wise.... Submitted 2 years 98 days ago.

Grandparenting Tips - - Gabriella Gometra
One of the milestones and pleasure of getting older is being a grandparent. The joys of being grandparents cannot be discounted. Besides providing expanded support and encouragement to our grandchildren with the use of our breadth of experience as parents, grandparenting gives us the... Submitted 2 years 148 days ago.

The Perks of Grandparent-hood - - Maureen Thomson
My husband and I took granddaughter Kaydi to Disney World last month. We knew before we left that this would be an undertaking, neither of us being 30 (or anywhere close) anymore and not having firsthand experience at parenting a 3-year old for nigh on 20 years. While we knew it would be magical... Submitted 2 years 198 days ago.

Grandparents Day Activities For The Preschool Classroom - Stephany Springer
Get out the parent notes quick, because Grandparents Day is right around the corner. Here are a few activities to make those Grandparents feel special and celebrate it in the preschool classroom. Bring out the food Our school always has a breakfast or special snack with the grandparents.... Submitted 2 years 264 days ago.

Grandparents Bring Blessings To Undeserving Kids - Laura Trahan
Realizing today that Grandparent's Day is just around the corner on Sept. 13th, I began thinking how blessed my kids have been over the years by their own grandparents. As a parent, it has been amazing to watch my own parents and in-laws fall into these roles as professionals. My kids are... Submitted 2 years 286 days ago.

A Letter to Mason, My Little Buddy - - Mark Ste. Marie
He knows me as Gramdad. I inherited that mantle from my own father. It's a title I cherish. Mason, my grandson, is 16 months old now, and I suppose I am biased but hes a handsome boy, smart, and just downright adorable. (Okay, enough with the bragging. Just had to indulge for a minute.) ... Submitted 2 years 337 days ago.

Activities Grandparents Can Do With Their Grandkids - Stephany Springer
Grandparents tend to feel neglected at times and wishing for more time with their grandkids. On many occasions grandparents feel they do not get enough time with their grandkids citing reasons as lack of involvement from their own kids. Then there is the feeling of lack of closeness because as... Submitted 3 years 22 days ago.

I am not a Grandma! - Robin Newman
I used to think I was aging gracefully letting go of the things of youth a new age saint that was until I crossed the border from 45 to 46. Some how this seemed like one small step for people in denial and one giant leap for a menopausal graying sagging in all the wrong places woman. I have a... Submitted 3 years 101 days ago.