Dear Angel, I just saw that the Pope named this Sunday, July 25, as World Grandparent’s Day. I’m not Catholic, but like the sentiment. What is the day all about and how can we celebrate? Thanks! Graham Pah — Dear Graham, In the United States, National Grandparents’ Day has been recognized by the federal government since […]
How to Safely Spend Time with Grandchildren on Grandparent’s Day (or Any Day)
Q. Grandparent’s Day is this Sunday and I would love for my children to see their grandparents. One set of grandparents are close by and have helped take care of them in the past, but are hesitant this year because of coronavirus. However, they are considering having us over this Sunday for a cookout. Another […]
Live a Legacy for Your Grandchildren; Then Leave One for Them
Q. The discussion of leaving a legacy recently came up in conversation among our friends and family. It seems our friends are way ahead of us on what they will leave future generations and how they hope to instill values in their grandchildren. My husband and I aren’t getting any younger, and with six grandchildren, […]
Miss Your Grandmother?. . . Then Rent One!
Anna’s mother died when she was six, and she was raised by her grandmother, Betty. Anna had a close relationship with Betty and has many fond memories of their time together. Betty lived a long life and died at the age of 92. Anna misses her grandmother immensely and is sad that her children will […]
Planning Ahead for Grandchildren
Q. Two years ago, our daughter Meredith got married. Today, she called to tell us that she is expecting twins! My husband and I are overjoyed, as they will be our first grandchildren. We want to make sure we include them in our planning. We know how expensive it was to send our children to […]
Connecting with Our Grandkids in the Digital Age
Dear Magic, Similar to most children these days, our grandchildren are really into their phones, tablets, and computers. My husband and I are reluctant, however, to use Facebook, texting, Skype, and to learn how apps work, because we’ve been fine without them for all this time. Also, we have a hard time using them. Is […]
15 Things to Ask Your Father/Grandfather This Father’s Day
Dear Ribbit, My children are very inquisitive and want to find out about their father and their grandfather. We are all going to brunch at my parent’s house on Sunday. While we‘re there, they want to ask them questions, but don’t know exactly what to ask. Do you know of any questions/talking points I can […]