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The Grandest Gift

Teaching kindness to a new generation

By Dr. Robin Ganzert

The image of a kindly old grandmother and grandfather serving up cookies and gentle wisdom may seem like some iconic Norman Rockwell scene from the past. (Today’s grandparents are more likely to take their grandchildren waterskiing or parasailing in between [...]

Stranger Danger

by: Brenda Zofrea

SAFETY BUZZ / By Brenda Zofrea

Are you aware of the dangers children face growing up today? Do you believe most strangers are good and would not hurt a child? Have you discussed with your grandchildren unsafe behaviors (action and words) that may put them in harm’s way? Have you [...]

GRANDpartners: Prevent Child Abuse America

by: GRAND Guest Writer

GRANDPARTNERS FOR GRANDPARENTS

Jim Hmurovich of Prevent Child Abuse America: An impassioned grandfather’s call to action

Christine Crosby, GRAND Magazine’s Editorial Director, sat down to chat with Jim Hmurovich, current President and CEO of Prevent Child Abuse America (PCAA), during PCAA’s 2012 National Conference, “Awaken to Change,” in Jacksonville, Florida. [...]

A Deer Love Story – Enter To Win Book and CD

by: Christine Crosby

Michael J. Smajda is a grandfather with a passion for writting stories that entertain and inspire grandchildren.

His Christmas holiday offering is a charming story about a little orphan fawn and Rudolph meeting at Christmas time, their marriage, visit to Bethlehem and a surprising miraculous ending.

The book is available direct from the author, Michael [...]

Kellie Pickler: Grand-raised and proud of it

by: GRAND Guest Writer

The country music star pays tribute to the “angels” who gave her wings

When asked how she found the courage to audition for American Idol, Kellie Pickler has a ready answer: her paternal grandparents, Faye and Clyde Pickler. The bubbly country singer says her grandparents’ love and devotion gave her the confidence to forge [...]

Investing 101: It’s Time to Learn and Adapt

by: Dennis Miller

By: Dennis Miller

The Government Is Not Going to Fix Your Problems, So Who Will?

You are. You are going to have to change and adapt. That’s what successful Americans have done for over 200 years – learn the new rules and figure out how to play the game afresh.

Everyone has to take responsibility [...]

The Issue: Who’s In Charge?

by: Remy Agee and Blair Selby

The Issue: When I’m with my grandchildren and their parents aren’t around, I am the ‘adult in charge’. That is, I’m responsible for all aspects of their safety and well being. However, when the parents are around, I am supposed to revert back to the role of ‘grandmother’ and let the parent be the ‘adult [...]

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