My Little Free Library
I recently had a birthday. I no longer to do a large family celebration, as itās getting harder and harder to get everyone together at the same time. Read More
Grandpa & Grandma’s Funny Holiday Tradition
We have many family holiday traditions. I sometimes worry thatās the only way our grandkids will remember us. Read More
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Grandmaās Movie Theater
Iāve always relished the opportunity to get together with grandkids during school breaks. If the weather is good, we hike, bike or stroll around the neighborhood. Read More
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Donāt Throw Away Old Dance Costumes, Recycle Them!
When I was growing up, there were no competitive sports for girls. We played intramurals after school, and it was very low-key. There was, however, dance. No competition, but it was something different. Read More
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Iām Giving Up the Word āHipā
Iām the grandmother of four teenage grandchildren. Iām having a wonderful time watching them explore the ins and outs of high school and college. Read More
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24 Ears of Corn, 1 Grandson, and a Happy Grandma
I always love the fall season. The smells of burning wood in the fire pit. The sounds coming from the high school marching band. The tastes of apples and sweet corn always bring back lots of childhood memories. Read More
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Summer with the Grandkids
Grandparenting during the summer months is always enjoyable and always changing. Why would I expect or want anything else? Read More
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An Unusual Way to Connect with a Grandchild
For the past 15 years, I have been volunteering at our churchās vacation bible school (VBS). While I was working for Lincoln Public Schools, I took vacation time to connect with our church and our grandkids. Read More
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Rites of Passage Through Grandma’s Eyes: What’s Changed?
Iāve always considered the end of every school year to be a rite of passage. Both students and educators go through a similar routine of cleaning out lockers or files, saying āSee you next year!ā and making special summer plans. Read More
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Red Rover, Red Rover, Send Grandma Right Over!
Our grandkids are very active and participate in organized sports. The other day, they asked me what sports I was involved in during my high school years. They wondered if Duck, Duck, Goose or Red Rover was my dominant sport? Read More
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When Kids Stop Texting Back
Just when Iāve convinced myself Iām a real hip grandmaāyou know, one who listens to modern music, watches all kinds of current movies, works out at the “Y” to stay in shapeāI find that Iām just another senior citizen lacking in all social media skills. Read More
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Music: A Bridge Between Generations
I guess music has always been a big part of my life. Growing up in a small town, kids sang in the choir, played an instrument in the band or sang along to KLMS in Lincoln, the nearest radio station. Read More