The bears were a hit.
“Send us to Washington!” I swear I heard bears pleading with me as I spotted a display of them at Ikea. What fun to pick … Read more
Yep, this Grandpa is one of us.
When I checked out the children’s picture book Tea With Grandpa from the library a bunch of years ago to share with the grands, I … Read more
“Flat people” to the rescue.
“Mom? Are you and dad busy?” asked our daughter-in-law on the phone one day. She sounded a tad frustrated. “Not at all. What do you … Read more
Corona-caused caution: your grandkids might hesitate about you as babysitter.
Out-of-town grandparents always have had to “tread lightly” when reuniting with grandkids. Now, this Corona virus has reached its nasty hand into all our relationships … Read more
Just when I think I’m doing okay …
Dear Eleni Kalorkoti, I love this art you created in the The New York Times. How talented you are! But alas, my admiration for your … Read more
You can do THAT while video chatting with little grandkids? Sure!
If all you want during your FaceTime, WhatsApp, Zoom, or other video chat system is to talk with your young grandchild, chances are they’ll get … Read more