Can You Feel It?
My husband taught our granddaughter to feel the wind when she was only six months old. Now that she is almost two, we no longer have to tell her to do it. When she knows the wind is blowing, she … Continue reading →
Category Archives: Grandparents
Capturing the Moment with Children
When was the last time you had a magic moment you could share with your children or grandchildren? Magic moments come in all shapes and sizes. I especially love to capture the hatching of butterflies, moths, cicadas, and tonight my … Continue reading →
Summer Movie Fun
I love the more relaxed pace of summer. But I also recall the cries of “I’m bored!” within the first week of summer vacation. Those summer days, though they sometimes seem to pass by in a mere blink, can also … Continue reading →
Remembrances
“I thank my God every time I remember you.” Philippians 1:3 I slipped a pussy willow sprig from her funeral basket and whispered my plans in our granddaughter’s ear. “We’ll plant it soon, in remembrance of Mammie.” So, I set that brown twig with … Continue reading →
Casting Out All Fear
“There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear…” 1 John 4:18a The shadows rise tall above her bed in the purple room as the night light bleeds shadows across the ceiling. Blessed with an active imagination, monster … Continue reading →
Helping Grandchildren Adjust to a New Sibling
I’ve done it four times before. I now have five wonderful grandchildren, all belonging to my daughter and her husband. They range in age from 11 years to 15 months. A new baby is due to make his appearance sometime … Continue reading →