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Kids Say the Cutest Things…
Grandparentslink sat down with grandmas and their grandchildren, and here’s a few examples of what went on. Unedited and totally honest, these kids share their insight. This is such a kick! Hold on to your hats… we have lots more videos.
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We highly recommend….
Is there a grandchild’s birthday you are thinking about? Or, maybe with the holidays right around the corner; grandparents really do want to give the gift that just screams: ‘this came from my grandma and pop pop’ !
Look no further, we love the idea of Club Eimmie – the gift that keeps giving all year round,
Club Eimmie is a subscription service that automatically delivers a new adventure to your grandchild’s doorstep every month. Each month they will receive a themed outfit for an “18-inch doll,” like an American Girl doll, unique accessories, exclusive email content including Eimmie adventure stories, and a postcard they’ll enjoy coloring — they can even send it to you!
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Thought for the Day….
(with a chuckle on top)
If I had known Grandkids were so much fun,
I would have had them first!
Fun in the Fall
Fall is such an exciting season with the weather getting cooler and the leaves turning beautiful colors. There are so many fun fall activities to do with kids so take a look at this list of over 100 fun and kid friendly ideas for making the most of fall!
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The Power of Words
Amy Beth Gardner, a mother, simply states:
My daughter starts middle school tomorrow. We’ve decorated her locker, bought new uniforms, even surprised her with a new backpack. But tonight, just before bed, we did another pre-middle school task that is far more important than the others. I gave her a tube of toothpaste and asked her to squirt it out onto a plate. When she finished, I calmly asked her to put all the toothpaste back in the tube. She began exclaiming things like “But I can’t!” and “It won’t be like it was before!” I quietly waited for her to finish and then said the following:
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Quick and Healthy Breakfasts for Kids
Finding time to make the kids’ breakfast – not to mention getting them to eat it – can be a struggle. Hey, don’t worry grandparents, the good news is that you don’t have to prepare a 6-course meal, nor act like a short order cook! To get those kids going, you just need to make sure they get foods that will provide a dose of energy and at least a few essential nutrients. Here are some suggestions to give them what they need.
No time to linger: Breakfast in seconds
7 Ways Technology Can Bring and Keep Your Family Closer
Most parents and grandparents can agree that it’s a good idea to set aside technology-free family time. But, at the same time, it’s also helpful to remember all the ways technology can bring families closer. Young people, in particular, filter much of their experiences through their phones, so turning phones off for extended periods of time may actually cause them to feel less connected.
Here are a few ways technology can enhance family togetherness. Whenever possible, use the simplest apps, so as many people as possible can participate.
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Happy Grandparents Day 2019
It’s always a kick to hear what your grandkids think of you or who they think you are. Here are four fun videos with grandmas talking to their grandchildren and asking the question, “If you were a grandparent for a day, what would you do with your grandkids?” We love the kid’s answers, and more than that, we treasure what they have to say. Take a listen…
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Hmmmm, just thinking out loud here…..
Hmmmm, just thinking out loud here…..
I hope that someday my grandkids think of me and say;
‘She was kind, generous, thoughtful, and
a total freaking bad ass’”
So, what do you hope for?
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Expert Advice for Back to School Time (Grandparent Style)
There’s no doubt that the end of the summer is rather sad. Those lazy days for kids are kind of over and the back to school season can be a tough transition…so, Grandparents, we decided to repost one of our top articles on “Back to School” from child and adolescent therapist, Bonnie Compton.* We think this advice is valuable enough to repeat year after year.
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Great Things for Kids to Do at Your House, No Matter What the Season!
Sometimes weather can put a damper on fun at grandma’s house, but don’t worry! We got you covered here with a couple of great activities that will keep the kids occupied no matter what season or weather forecast!
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Relationships and Other Oops!
Relativity speaking, we all mean well, right? Of course we do! Often times we say things with the best of intentions, but in the end, our words, our delivery, and just the general environment of the conversation fall short of anything but trouble. Hey, everyone is human. So, when we falter as adults and need to take a quick look at ourselves in the mirror, remember these words of wisdom and advice we have collected to share with you.
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Where fun-loving and inspiring Grandparents explore life…
Get up close and personal with Leslie & Kay, founders of Grandparentslink.com, in this live radio interview with #Grand radio.
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