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
Being Far Away
Working and playing with grandkids — 2,000 miles away.
“Gram, I’m in a panic. Can you help?” She can be a tad dramatic, my granddaughter Charlotte, then age 9. (But it’s just the right … Read more
Challenges of connecting with a young faraway grandchild.
“Hi, Lauren. It’s Grandpa! How are you, sweet baby? Are you having a good day? Grandpa loves you sooooo much!” After that little bit of … Read more
Um, about that grandparenting dream you had …
What everyone has said is true: there’s nothing as splendid as being a grandparent. You know it and I know it. When she became a … Read more
Faraway grandkids? 10 tips for a December to remember.
Sure, I’d love to have my grandkids coming over to help bake cookies and decorate the tree — but that’s not going to happen. But … Read more
My thankful list. Even though I’m miles away.
No whining, no complaining. I’m mustering up every bit of gratitude this Thanksgiving. Here’s my list about what I’m glad about even though my grandkids … Read more