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A beautiful meditation on the joys of being a grandparent and a practical guide to help you and your adult children make the most of your relationship with a grandchild.
For many grandparents, a grandchild offers a second chance to become the parent they didn't have the time or the energy to be when raising their own children. Being a grandparent, family relationships expert Jane Isay argues, is the opportunity to turn missed opportunities into delight.
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Steer the Ship of Tomorrow: A Guide for Grandparents
Imagine holding the compass to a journey that shapes the future–one where the treasure is the laughter, growth, and wisdom of your grandchildren. "Raising the Future: Grandparents at the Helm" is the map that guides you through the uncharted waters of modern grandparenthood, helping you to become the steadfast captain your family needs.
Dive into the heart of your new role with an in-depth exploration...
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This mischievous gift book celebrates grandmothers, who to their families' absolute delight or utter dismay, love to spoil their grandchildren rotten. Each spread features two illustrated scenarios: on the left, a good granny (enforcing 6:00 PM bath time), and on the right, a bad granny (letting the kiddies run through the sprinkler instead). It's the perfect present for grandmas gone bad (or, okay, good) and the families that adore them.
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What Readers are Saying An amazing captivating story? It gives grandparents raising kids the comfort of knowing, you are not alone. -Bill Trammell, a single grandfather from Wisconsin, raising his adopted grandson. Karen is honest and vulnerable and takes even the worst of what happened and makes something beautiful out of it. A compelling story, from someone who's been there! -Laura Montan Bailey, LMFT, author of Courageous Love Karen tells her story...
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Ce livre célèbre les souvenirs que nous avons de nos grands-mères et des précieux moments passés avec elles: ces femmes qui peuvent à la fois gâter leurs petits-enfants et les réprimander, leur prodiguer un amour inconditionnel et faire preuve d'une sagesse inestimable, de même que leur donner de précieux conseils tout en partageant une glace.
Bouillon de poulet pour l'âme de Grand-maman est le moyen parfait pour adresser nos remerciements...
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Many grandparents, aunts, distant relatives, foster parents and other guardians issued by the state, raising today's children. Some of these people are long past the retirement age and should be taking cruises, vacations in the summer or moved to warmer climates enjoying their latter years until they are unable to take care of themselves. Instead, they are coming to parent teacher conferences, buying school clothes and shoes, finding tutors...
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I was totally unprepared for Damon's next move. The little spoon was made out of hard plastic that must have felt good on his gums. Upon the approach of the next buzzing bee, Damon's left hand shot out and he grabbed the spoon from my hand. He misjudged his first attempt to find his mouth and the sticky spoon landed in his hair, but he rapidly recalculated the proper direction and speed, and into his mouth it went. With his hand gripped around the...
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This is to those among us raising their adoptive grandkids and caring, in-house, for an elderly parent. Add a teenager into the mix and you get the equivalent of hitting the lottery, in reverse.This tale begins on March 9, 2009. In reality, it begins long before that date. Toss in two grandparents attempting to referee an assortment of generational gaps. Add four children under the age of 18 and a woman pushing 80, and what do you get? We haven't...
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Strong Bonds - Strong Families
It has been said that "Children are made readers on the laps of their parents and grandparents." Dedicated, regular time for reading is essential in creating strong family ties and demonstrating to children the tremendous value of reading. This is a time when you talk, laugh, connect, and most importantly bond with your family.
Dr. Ernest Cronin has compiled his favorite recitations in this poetry book which contains:
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Grandparents and their grandchildren have always had a special bond, but living in a culture that has lost its moral compass, many parents are at a loss as to how to raise a child with moral values and a sense of decency, finding the adolescent years especially difficult. Within this vacuum, grandparents are becoming increasingly involved--and important--in providing the needed stability for their grandchildren. However, the culture in which grandparents...
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Warm...funny...nostalgic...remembering a lovable and wise father, and reflecting on how he taught his children all the important stuff about life, either by example or in the guise of great stories. Every beautifully illustrated chapter is a journey into some corner of the heart, whether you simply wish to enjoy a good read, or want the perfect Father's Day gift that says "thank you Dad". If ever there was a must-have book for every father-to-be,...
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Whether you are a young parent or a grandparent, Dr. Gramma Karen-savvy grandmother and Mommybites.com advice columnist-can help you navigate the intergenerational head-butting that often affects families. Ask Dr. Gramma Karen: Helping Young Parents and Grandparents Deal with Thorny Issues presents common disputes drawn from real-life stories sent to her by young parents and grandparents. Dr. Gramma Karen cuts to the core of conflict points like:...
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The beat goes on. Get caught up on the latest happenings in the Lord family. Our three grandkids are growing up. They are now 12, 8, and 6. Kate just turned 19 and is in college. 80 year old Marilyn is still her demanding self, and Fran and Jim continue to get through each day by following their motto: "One foot in front of the other." And remember, everything changes yet nothing changes.
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"So this is how being a grandmother feels...like the sun coming out for the very first time and the grass growing greener on your side of the fence and the sky looking bluer than ever before because Heaven's come closer to Earth."
With enchanting illustrations and sweet prose, Chris Shea has created a loving and delightful celebration for grandmothers everywhere.
"Grandchildren continue to take us to places our hearts never knew were there."...
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Letters to my Grandson is a love story describing the relationship between a grandfather and his grandson. It celebrates the love of a family, including events of great joy and even grief. The author shares his revelation that the love of a grandson can grow into love for every child of this earth, a lesson taught by a child. This is also a book of many adventures, common to us all but often overlooked in the frenetic pace of our everyday lives. Dr....
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Si vous êtes un grand-parent, ces histoires vous rappelleront la valeur de votre contribution à votre famille et mettront en lumière quelle place d'honneur vous occupez dans le cercle de vos proches. Si vous êtes un fils, une fille ou un petit-enfant, vous revivrez les souvenirs de vos parents et grands-parents en lisant ces histoires d'amour, d'humour et de sagesse.
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This book consists of true short stories that happened throughout my life. It was written, as a gift to my 13-year-old granddaughter, Alyssa. In the ministry, I found out that very few grandchildren know their grandparents. These stories will hopefully, help Alyssa to know her PeePaw. I have given a broad view of stories from the funny to the sad. I have also tried to give some insight to help her in her life as well as you the reader when similar...
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Think of life as a baseball field. Home plate is birth, and your trip to each base equals twenty years of your life. What can keep you from reaching all bases? That is what I want to share within this book. These clouds you will face can hinder you reaching home plate. There are important decisions you make starting as a teenager that can impact your ability to score a home run. Even if you are thirty, forty, fifty, or sixty years of age, you will...
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