I wonder how many Grandmothers live a long distance from their grandchildren? I imagine far more than living a short drive away. How sad for both grandmother and grandchild. Though years apart in age, a grandmother has an impact and connection with her grandchildren like no other relationship. I call it the unconditional love connection.  [...]

I am sharing this deeply personal experience in honor of World Mental Health Day. My hope is that if you too have experienced the heartbreak of the estrangement of an adult child or grandparent estrangement, you will understand that you are not alone. In fact, sweet reader, you will find that many others are sharing […]

In Elsewhere, most of our children and grandchildren will be ‘allowed’ to return to school with and without masks, others will be home schooled and some unfortunately, will drift. It is the fall of the year and I dare say none of us have been able to totally rise about the fray….of life in Elsewhere.  […]

With all the recent events in the world this last year, it got me thinking about the life lessons our grandchildren and young people need now. Some years ago, I was in conversation with a religious man who asked me, “What does the word holy mean to you?” After much thought, I answered with my […]

6 Mistakes Every Grandparent Should Avoid Being a grandparent is a wonderful experience, but it also comes with its own challenges. From establishing your role as a grandparent, to respecting boundaries and knowing which rules to bend, here are 6 mistakes you should aim to avoid. 1. Don’t Try To Be In Charge Every couple […]