Every day I write to 100,000+ 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 ♡
Join the daily letter — it's free.
the one everyone's been writing to me about
Oh, how we love our grandchildren — whether we live down the street or a thousand miles away. No matter the miles between us, our hearts are always wrapped up in theirs. But if we’re…
There’s a certain magic about a grandparent’s home, isn’t there? It’s not just the smell of something baking in the oven or the familiar creak of old floorboards — it’s the feeling that adventures and…
Oh, honey, if there’s one thing we grandmothers know, it’s that the sweetest moments with our grandbabies often happen in the blink of an eye. Sometimes we don’t have a whole afternoon for crafts —…
Oh, my dears—if you’re anything like me, you cherish your grandkids with your whole heart. You’d do anything to be close to them, to see their eyes light up when they walk through the door,…
There comes a time in every grandchild’s life when the questions they face get bigger—about love, money, family, and even their own purpose. And while they may not always ask us out loud, deep down,…
Now let me tell you something, dear—I may be a grandmother with a head full of wisdom and a cookie tin that’s never empty, but when April Fools’ Day comes around, I get a little…
April brings with it blooming flowers, gentle rains, and a spirit of fresh hope. As grandmothers, we can use this season of renewal to uplift our grandchildren with daily encouragements that remind them they’re loved,…
We grandmothers have something special—something that doesn’t fade with time or depend on how strong our backs are or how fast we can move. What we have is presence, wisdom, and love—and those are more…
There’s something so magical about the way a grandchild looks at us when we begin a sentence with, “Back when I was your age…” Their eyes get wide, their mouths open just a little, and…
Now, if you’ve ever had a grandchild sit at your kitchen table with their nose wrinkled, arms crossed, and lips sealed tighter than the pickle jar lid, then you know the challenge of a picky…
We often think the big lessons in life come from formal talks or grand moments, but let me tell you, my dear—our grandchildren are always watching. Not just when we sit them down to tell…
From one grandmother to another—let’s make sure our love feels like a warm hug, not a cold shoulder. We grandmothers have so much love to give, and we pour it out in pies, hugs, and…
Our grandchildren don’t just look up to us as kind ladies who bake cookies and tell stories. They look to us as moral compasses, as examples of how to live, love, and treat others. The…
As grandmothers, we’re always looking for simple ways to grow closer to our grandkids—something beyond the usual hugs, cookies, and bedtime stories. We want to be more than just their “babysitter” or the one who…
From one fun-loving grandma to another Spring has finally sprung, and with it comes sunshine, muddy boots, blooming flowers, and the most important thing of all—time with our precious grandbabies. Now, I don’t know about…
We grandmothers mean well. We love our grandchildren with every stitch of our hearts, and we’d never want to hurt them. But sometimes, without realizing it, we say things that land the wrong way—especially when…
Oh, how the world has changed since we were young! We grandmothers may have grown up in a time when phones were attached to the wall, friendships were built face-to-face, and the biggest school stress…
1. The Living Room-The Heart of the Home When our grandkids come over, our home transforms into a place of laughter, adventure, and endless energy. But if we want to create a warm and welcoming…
Oh, how we cherish the moments when our grandkids come to visit! The house fills with laughter, little feet (or big ones!) run through the rooms, and we get to enjoy the precious bond that…
As grandmothers, we know how quickly time flies, and keeping up with our grandkids’ busy schedules can feel like a full-time job. Between birthdays, school events, sports games, music recitals, and those all-important family gatherings,…
One of the simplest yet most powerful ways we can support our grandchildren is through the words we say to them. Compliments, when given genuinely and thoughtfully, can shape their self-esteem, build their confidence, and…
As grandmothers, we mean well. Every piece of advice, every suggestion, and every expectation often comes from a place of love. We want our grandchildren to be happy, successful, and well-rounded individuals. But sometimes, without…
