REUNIONS & FAMILY TRAVEL


Happy Rails to You...
Mealtime in an Amtrak dining car is always a surprise. With family-style seating, you never know who'll be sharing your table; and in the course…
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Writer's Guidelines
Read GRAND magazine, listen to the voices and the messages. Then, find a story or an idea that directly relates to the role of grandparenting…
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50 "Hidden Treasure" State Parks
State parks offer grandfamilies a myriad of outdoor activities --- whether it's hiking a mountain trail, spotting elusive wildlife, swimming in…
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The Four Top U.S. Ski Resorts for GRAND Families
My children are blessed with an ultra-active grandmother. On our family vacations, my mother-in-law Bonnie ziplines with them in Hawaii,…
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Pirates & Paradise
               The Pirate Soul Museum in Key West is owned by Pat…
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Intergenerational Travel: Finding Family Harmony
It's a sweet, indelible image: My dad, six-foot-two and lean as a green bean holding hands with my then two-year-old daughter, clad in puffy…
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83,000 Tons of Fun
 My grandfather was good for a Shirley Temple at Antonio's. Both grandmothers were known for their knitted blankets (that are still…
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Hit the Open Road With Your Grandkids
An RV trip is an experience your grandkids won't forget. My younger grandson's favorite thing is watching sunrise from the top bunk. My older…
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GRANDparenting 101

By: Kay Green     http://www.mypreciouskid.com

ABOUT ME: I am a mom of 4 (ages 10-27). I am Nana to 3 (plus a 4th coming this fall). And I have taught a moms class for the last 5 years. Our last child was adopted when I was 40. It has put me in a very unique situation of seeing that parent rules and suggestions have changed for the better. This picture is me with my twin grandsons.

EXAMPLE: my oldest children all slept on their stomach, with bumper pads and quilts in the crib. My last slept only on her back. And now we know that by placing our baby on her back in a crib with no bumpers and no blankets the SIDS risk is greatly reduced. Read More...

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GRAND WISDOM


10 Tips to Give Your Grandkids the Leg Up They Need

As the front page of the New York Times reported, the legacy of kindergarten is far stronger than previously thought. An explosive new study has revealed that how well kids learn in kindergarten, in fact, sets them up for college, marriage, retirement and a higher salary.

There are lots of things GRANDparents can do to help their pre-schooler get ready for Kindergarten.

1.Read with your grandchild on a daily… Read More

GRANDparent Nicknames

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Since 2005, we've continued to compile a list of grandparent names. Perhaps it will inspire you or your own children! If your own grandparent name doesn't appear on this list, please add it. You just might inspire a new grandparent & start a grand trend.
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For the Health of Your GRANDkids

Goodbye empty nest

5 things to talk about before your mom (or dad) moves in

By Dr. Marion Somers

Just as many of us start to enjoy our empty nests, we're faced with a new dilemma: the possibility of moving an older parent into our homes. When a loved one can no longer live independently, there are a number of options available, ranging from in-home care to nursing homes and assisted living facilities. But recent statistics show that more people are choosing another path: moving their parents in with them. Whether it's for economic reasons or a desire to keep the family close, the US Census Bureau notes that the number of parents living with their grown kids skyrocketed to more than 3.6 million in 2007 - up 67 percent from 2000. And while you may be used to having your grandchildren over for a visit, preparing your home - and lives - for an older person is… Read More

GRANDparents As Encore Parents


These aren't your mama's cloth diapers!!

We all want to give our children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews the best. That is why we work so hard to protect them, teach them, help them, and make sure they feel unconditionally loved. Sometimes life journey comes easily--and other times, well, it can be tough. With life's journey, certain choices need to be made, choices that are healthier, more informed and better for our children - helping that journey run a little more smoothly. And that often starts with choosing cloth diapers. Today, millions of parents are joining the cloth diapering movement because they're healthy for baby, better for our planet, and they are saving parents money.

Here are some fast facts:… Read More