How Far Back Can the Average American Trace Their Ancestors?
Genealogy has become a popular pastime in the United States, with millions of Americans turning to family records, online databases,...
The Many Names of Grandma and Grandpa: A Look into the History and Meaning of Grandparent Nicknames
Across cultures and generations, grandparents have held cherished roles in families, as storytellers, caregivers, and keepers of tradition. But while...
Grandparenting — Then and Now
by Sharon Prescott I grew up in the small town of Utica, New York, where most of my friends had...
Grandma, What Is Your Name?
A boy from Cleveland learns about himself by asking his grandma what her name is. “There is no such thing...
Plan a Grandma Camp
By Sandy Atkinson, http://www.sandyatkinson.com/ Can you just imagine the fun and precious memories you would have spending 3-7 days with all...
What To Do When Your Young Kids Keep Asking for Money
By Joseph Heirling We jumped into it feet first. Yes, we’re talking about myself and my wife, Grandma, adopting a...
Memories of My Grandmother
by Cassie Davis My grandmother was two parts traditional, one part original. She spent her days expertly caring for her...
Reverse Mortgages – Read the Fine Print — Twice!
By Adelade Morgan, www.grandparentuniversity.com You have probably seen the commercials advertising the benefits of reverse mortgages. The benefits of these...
Great Depression and WWII Conservation Provide Guidance for Today
The next time you have an opportunity to tell your grandchildren stories that you heard in your childhood, mention the...
Grandparents and Yoga – Model Positive Physical Behavior
An excellent shared physical activity for grandparents and their grandchildren is yoga! Practicing yoga asanas (poses) together, provides a gentle,...
