The best item in a suitcase.
Any visit to my out-of-state grandchildren is special … and fun, exhausting, exhilarating, memory-making, wonderful, etc. But I absolutely love when their Grandpa and I … Read more
Grandparents Visiting
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
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
Babysitting tips for out-of-town grandparents.
Babysitting grandkids is a big deal, especially for us out-of-town grandparents who aren’t weekly babysitters. If you’re like me, you want to do everything possible … Read more
Sharing wishes for your visit with grandkids.
For most families, it’s “a given” that you’ve made the trip to their city to spend time with your grandchild. But beyond that basic requirement, … Read more