A Gift
A Gift You have been given a gift. Actually, you are a gift. You are a Grandparent. let grandparenting happen You will be a Grandparent for twice as long as you were a parent. As Grandparents, we are at our highest and best selves when we act on our gift and do all we can […]
Grand Heroes
Grand Heroes Grandparents Raising Children is On A Spectrum Intentional Grandparenting I count my blessings each day that I get to interact with my Grandchildren freely. This just didn’t happen on its own. I am very intentional about extended family dynamics and do all I can to create a family culture of inclusion. This article […]
THE UNIMAGINABLE-Grandchild Abuse and/or Neglect.
THE UNIMAGINABLE-Grandchild Abuse and/or Neglect (This includes Bullying) I would rather have not been tasked with writing this chapter but it is definitely way too important to skip. The #1 concern of Grandparents, hands down, is the Safety and Health of their Grandchildren. That coupled with the unique position of Grandparents in the family structure […]
Meeting Them Where They Are
As Grandparents we have to wear many hats to meet our Grandkids where they are. Depending on the age and number of Grandkids you may be called upon to get down on the floor or play dress up, hike a trail, go to a museum, and attend a concert (with earplugs maybe) all in one […]