Helping a pre-schooler understand when you’re arriving.
For little ones, everything in the past is often referred to as “yesterday.” On a summer day, they may say, “Yesterday I built a snowman.” … Read more
Getting your home ready for out-of-town grandkids: toys, books, gifts.
Having some fun items on hand makes our home even more inviting to the grandkids. After their long trip, what an adventure to come into … Read more
What you might be feeling as an out-of-town grandparent.
“I can’t talk right now,” your dear friend says when she answers your phone call. “Maggie just dropped by with the kids and they’re helping … Read more
I did it! An easy way to read library books to grandkids on FaceTime, Skype.
Kids love to be read to but it took me a while — and a lot of fumbling around — to discover a great way … Read more
Saying goodbye to grandkids after your out-of-town visit.
My least favorite part of any visit to my grandchildren is the goodbye. Darn it all. No matter how long we’ve stayed or how soon … Read more
Why renting an apartment makes sense for visiting the grands.
“I love coming to your apartment!” said Charlotte, grinning ear to ear as she accesses the code to open the front door to our rented … Read more
