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.

Table setting with candles and snowflakes for height, pine branches and red napkins for color.

Best Reasons for a Special Dinner with Grandkids

By Grandma Sandy | January 12, 2022

Sitting down to a special dinner with grandkids gives them valuable tools for social interaction. Learn why.

Grandma Life: Latest News from My World

By Grandma Sandy | September 29, 2021

Reviewing some of the events in this grandma’s life and sharing some tips and thoughts.

Camp Grandma: How to Make it Better

By Grandma Sandy | August 18, 2021

We look back at the past six weeks to evaluate Camp Grandma and share additional activities we did at camp.

Child sits with carnival style food for a summer party for kids.

It’s a Great Kids Summer Party at Camp Grandma!

By Grandma Sandy | August 11, 2021

After six sessions of Camp Grandma, we have an end-of-camp summer party to celebrate. Check out my tips.

Camp Grandma #4 How to Prep for Kindergarten

By Grandma Sandy | July 21, 2021

Make books from magazine cutouts, practice reading and writing–we get ready for school at Camp Grandma.

Child eating a paleta, Mexican frozen ice pop.

Camp Grandma #1: Ultimate Way to Teach Reading

By Grandma Sandy | June 30, 2021

We read the book, Paletero Man, then made paletas, the Mexican frozen fruit treat, to enhance the experience.

How to Host the Best Camp Grandma this Summer

By Grandma Sandy | June 23, 2021

Why not start your own Camp Grandma? Try these easy tips.

Dave in conversation with Jim for the Papa est Fatigué podcast.

Papa est Fatigué: it’s a Podcast for Dads, by Dads

By Grandma Sandy | June 16, 2021

Meet my son, co-host of the podcast, Papa est Fatigué (daddy is tired), sharing great insights on fatherhood.

Post-Pandemic: Easy Ways to Try for Normalcy

By Grandma Sandy | June 2, 2021

Taking grandkids to the playground is one of the activities we’re comfortable doing, post-pandemic.

Planning for the Worst; Hoping for the Best

By Grandma Sandy | March 31, 2021

Life returning to normal is thrilling, but it’s not a bad idea to plan for an alternate scenario–just in case.