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.

Butterfly on a flower. Beauty is everywhere.

Making Beautiful: A Talk with my Grandchild

By Grandma Sandy | February 19, 2020

Exploring questions about beauty and perfection, posed by a six-year-old grandchild.

Travel Packing Tips: A Grandma’s Guide

By Grandma Sandy | February 12, 2020

For traveling grandparents: Travel packing tips gleaned from a 3 1/2-week vacation to nine cities.

Happy Holidays from “Call me Grandma!”

By Grandma Sandy | December 25, 2019

Grandma Sandy, Miss T, and Master N thank you for visiting our blog and wish you happy holidays!

Making Holiday Memories with the Grandkids

By Grandma Sandy | December 18, 2019

Grandparents can help to create holiday memories, from cookie baking to taking family photos.

Grandma’s Guide to Thanksgiving Table Setting

By Grandma Sandy | November 20, 2019

Set a childproof Thanksgiving table with fall produce and battery-operated tea lights.

Learning from Simple, After-School Activities

By Grandma Sandy | September 18, 2019

On the bus ride after school, hone a child’s powers of observation and retention, and do some math.

Labor Day Gifts: Starting a Family Tradition

By Grandma Sandy | August 21, 2019

Family traditions bind a family together. In our family, everyone gets a gift on Labor Day.

A play phone connects grandparents to grandkids while grandkids are on vacation, through imaginary conversations.

A Play Phone Connects Long-Distance Grandparents

By Grandma Sandy | July 24, 2019

A toy telephone connects a traveling grandchild to her grandparents through pretend conversations.

Good Table Manners for Kids: Setting the Table

By Grandma Sandy | June 26, 2019

Setting the table helps kids to learn standards for dining and is a way to teach good table manners.

This baby changed my status to grandma.

Welcome to my Grandma Blog

By Grandma Sandy | June 10, 2019

How I found the name for my grandma blog and what grandparents and parents can expect from future content.