Grandma Says
Grandma Says represents my point of view on grandparenting. I reflect on what I've learned about life and the life lessons I try to impart to the grandkids. This section also opens a window into my grandma life.
What I Did on My Staycation: Easy Things to Do Now
Staycation ideas to replicate: ikebana flower arranging, word games. closet cleaning, and travel planning.
Grandma Life: My Best Practical Advice for You
A roundup of thoughts and life lessons on being a grandma; things I did for the grandkids and ones I wish I had.
How to Plan for the Best Staycation this Summer
Staying home this summer? Here are some tips for planning a staycation to ensure your summer goes according to plan.
Exercise to Spark Creativity and Imagination in Kids
A way to spark creativity in kids is to give them a few trash items and challenge them to create original toys.
Encore! A New Puppet Show; More Funny Disasters
We made puppets from trash, a theater from a box, and wrote a script. It was a disaster when we put on a show!
Sharing Family Stories on an Amazing Tour
Taking the grandkids to your home town is a way to share family stories. My grandkids learn about Kona coffee farmers at a living history farm.
Grandma Says: My Best Easy Tips on Grandparenting
Make a “no whine” sign and other grandparenting tips to guide the grandkids and support parents.
Camp Grandma #5: A Quick Way to Visit Family History
Set up a phone camera on a tripod to video kids interviewing grandparents to preserve family history.
Ancestry Search: How to Share with Grandkids Now
Learning about our ancestors brings them to life and enriches our own lives. Tips for preserving memories.
Here’s the Best News You Can Use Now
A curated collection of news and tips you can use about kids, food, relationships, health, and households.