Erma Bombeck on Grandparents
Father’s Day Sorry I missed Mother’s Day, everyone – I was boarding a plane to Greece. However, today being Father’s Day, I thought I would commemorate both grandparents, especially since one of my favorite people delivered today’s topic...
Traveling in Greece as a Grandma
Traveling in Greece as a Grandma There are lots of articles on the internet about grandparents traveling with their grandchildren. Also grandchildren traveling with their grandparents. But none that I have found that explore what it is like to travel as a...
Plant Sale Season
An Abundance of Vegetation This is the time of year that many colleges, universities, and non-profit corporations hold plant sales. Diligent students and volunteers have been propagating plant starts for months, and now they are showcasing the results of their work....
Moments of Joy
Last week I drove to San Diego for my son’s wedding. Helping him and his fiancee put the final touches on their plans, then stepping back and participating in each event, I experienced joy over and over, breath-stopping joy. And in unexpected places. I think...
5 Ways You Can Help the Parents of a Newborn
A new baby in your family! Everyone is so excited, and no one more so than the grandparents. But how can you help with the new baby without overwhelming your kids? When my first child was born, we lived 3000 miles away from our families, and I couldn’t have been...
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