Being a grandparent is a unique and joyous role, but it can be challenging when your grandkids live far away. While physical distance may create some obstacles, it doesn't have to hinder the development of a strong and meaningful relationship with your beloved grandchildren. Continue reading as we explore creative and effective ways for you … Continue reading Bridging the Gap: How Grandparents Can Connect with Grandkids Across the Miles
Meditation for Beginners
The first step is to find a place that is quiet, where you won’t be disturbed. Next find a comfortable spot. You can either sit or lie down when meditating, but for beginners I recommend sitting in a chair with your feet on the floor or sit on the floor with a few pillows. Make … Continue reading Meditation for Beginners
12 Perfect First Date Questions for Older Folks
First dates can be awkward. You're each trying to make a great first impression, but deciding on whether there will be a date number two depends on what you learn about each other. As older folks, we don't want to waste time with people who do not make us happy. I am a bit on … Continue reading 12 Perfect First Date Questions for Older Folks
This is what I believe
I believe that the more I see, the more I hear, the more I immerse myself in it, ........the more I believe it. The current divide in our country is a perfect example. No matter which side you lean to, you immerse yourself in more information that leans the same way. You seek out friends … Continue reading This is what I believe
11 Ways To Live A Happier Life
Ever feel stuck? Like every day is the same? It's kind of like being in the movie Groundhog Day. If you never make any changes, then, well, nothing ever changes. Easy for me to say, right? But you can make small adjustments that require little effort that make huge changes in your daily life. Are … Continue reading 11 Ways To Live A Happier Life
Acts of Kindness
Welcome to my little experiment . Have you ever wondered if an act of kindness you committed really made a difference to someone? I know I have. I hope that buying someone's coffee or paying an honest compliment to someone will help them have a better day. Maybe bring a smile. Plus, doing something kind … Continue reading Acts of Kindness
The Secret to Avoiding Melt Downs
I had another grandmother ask me the other day about how to handle the grand kids when they go shopping. She said they just expect to get something new every time they go out.We've all been there. It's been a stressful shopping trip to the grocery and while you wait in line there all of … Continue reading The Secret to Avoiding Melt Downs
Photoshop Fakes
Most of y'all know I have been a professional photographer for over 20 years. It pains me to see obviously Photoshopped images that someone creates for propaganda just to divide people and create false news/ideas. But hey, if you see it on the internet, it must be true, right? This was my first attempt at … Continue reading Photoshop Fakes
7 Old School Games to Play With Your Grandkids
As grandparents, we always look forward to having one on one time with our grandkids. Too often we can find ourselves facing the backside of an I-Pad or other electronic device looking for ways to engage them. The secret is finding fun activities that both you and the kids will enjoy. When we were children … Continue reading 7 Old School Games to Play With Your Grandkids
Free Book From Shutterfly – Review
Don't you hate offers that are just too good to be true? I decided to try this one out for myself and here's what I discovered.What you get - a 20 page, 8x8 softcover book filled with your favorite images. After I went through the process I found that the book is actually free but … Continue reading Free Book From Shutterfly – Review