One Last Hug
The train station was unusually quiet that morning. Emma stood on the platform beside her grandfather, neither of them saying very much. A suitcase rested between them. Emma had accepted her dream job in another…
Hello, dear friend —
come sit with me a while.
Every day I write to 88,550 grandmas about the things we don't always say out loud: grandkids who grow too fast, phone calls that end too soon, and the small joys that make it all worth it.
With love, Devoted Grandma ♡
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12 Things Grandkids Remember Forever That Grandmas Don’t Even Realize They’re Doing
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How To Help A Grandchild Who Feels Lost About What To Do With Their Life
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The Moments Your Grandchild Needs Encouragement More Than Advice
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Things You Should Never Buy Your Grandchild Without Asking Their Parents
One of the greatest joys of being a grandmother is finding the perfect gift for your grandchild. Whether it’s a birthday surprise, a holiday present, or simply something that reminded you of them while you…
How To Make Each And Every Grandchild Feel Special When You Have A Big Family
Having a big family is one of life’s greatest blessings. It is also, if we are being completely honest, a little bit like running a small community center without the funding. There are birthdays to…
The Little Unknown Actions Adults Do That Ruin Grandkids’ Self-Confidence
Most adults would never intentionally make a child feel small. We encourage them. We tell them we love them. We buy the birthday gifts, clap at the school events, and proudly show their photos to…
Bedtime Notes To Share With Your Grandchild That They Will Love To Read Again And Again
There is something about bedtime that makes words feel a little different. The house is quieter. The day has finally slowed down. Even the busiest grandchild has a few moments where their thoughts are not…
Things Grandmothers Should Never Post About Their Grandchildren Without Permission
Grandmothers love to brag about their grandchildren. And honestly, who can blame us? Whether it’s a graduation, a funny moment in the kitchen, or an adorable photo from a family visit, it’s natural to want…
What Grandmas Get Wrong When Trying To Reconnect With Grandkids They Haven’t Seen in A While
Reconnecting with a grandchild sounds simple in our heads. We picture a phone call, a long hug, a nice visit, and suddenly everything feels warm and easy again. But real life is rarely that tidy.…
How Grandmothers Turn An Uncomfortable Question Into A Safe Conversation
Every grandmother eventually gets one of those questions. The kind that makes your eyes widen a little. The kind that makes you pause with your coffee halfway to your mouth. The kind that makes you…
The Most Important Dates Every Grandmother Should Have Marked on Her Calendar
A grandmother’s calendar is not just a place for dentist appointments, church events, grocery reminders, and birthdays. It can also become a quiet little love map. Because when you remember the right dates, you are…
Why Many Grandmothers Are Struggling To Keep Their Bodies Healthy
There comes a time in a grandmother’s life when she realizes her body is not quite as forgiving as it used to be. You stay up too late one night, and suddenly you need three…
31 Daily Texts of Encouragement to Share With Your Grandchildren Throughout the Month of July
A simple text message may only take a few seconds to send, but it can stay with your grandchild all day. Whether they’re enjoying summer break, working a summer job, traveling, or simply relaxing at…
Simple Summer Surprises Grandmas Can Mail Their Grandkids Just Because
One of the sweetest things about being a grandma is finding little ways to say, “I was thinking about you.” Not because it is their birthday. Not because it is Christmas. Not because they won…
Why Our Grandkids Pull Away When We Give Them Unsolicited Advice
Most grandmothers give advice from a loving place. We are not usually trying to control. We are not trying to make our grandchildren feel small. We are not sitting around thinking, “How can I ruin…
12 Important Situations When It’s Wrong to Give Your Grandkids Money
One of the greatest joys of being a grandmother is spoiling your grandkids every now and then. Slipping a few dollars into their hand, treating them to an ice cream, or surprising them with birthday…
The Little Comments About Their Appearance That Grandkids Can’t Get Enough Of
Children and teenagers hear comments about their appearance all the time. Some are positive. Some are thoughtless. Others make them wonder if they need to change something about themselves to be accepted. That is why…
The Things Every Grandmother Needs To Stop Comparing Herself To
There is a quiet little habit many grandmothers fall into without even noticing. We compare. We compare our homes, our energy, our cooking, our patience, our relationship with our grandchildren, and even how often the…
Things Grandkids Wish Their Parents and Grandparents Were More Understanding About
Every parent and grandparent wants to raise happy, kind, and successful children. We cheer them on, protect them from danger, and try to prepare them for adulthood. Those are all wonderful goals. But sometimes, in…
What Successful Long-Distance Grandmothers Do Differently from Unsuccessful Grandmothers
Being a long-distance grandmother is not easy. There are birthdays you miss, school plays you can’t attend, and everyday moments that happen without you. Many grandmothers worry that distance will weaken their bond with their…
The Questions Your Grandchild Wishes More Adults Would Ask Them
As grandparents, we often ask our grandchildren questions because we care about them. We want to know how they’re doing, whether they’re succeeding in school, and what is happening in their lives. But if we’re…