Sharing Your Life Story with the Grands
A special thank you to guest blogger David Appelhof for sharing his thoughts and experience in writing his life story as a gift for his children and grandchildren. xoBecky For years I’ve attempted to write my life story, a short biography as a history for my children and grandchildren. Ten years ago, I completed several…
Read MoreGrandchildren Helping with Family Dinner
Give grandchildren, littles, middles and bigs, a job to do when gathering as a family. Grandma Gail has found a great way to get all the children working together as soon as they arrive. She has plates, glassware, and silverware out, ready to go on the table. All are part of the party preparations. The…
Read MoreThe Purpose in a Grandchild’s Name
Do you know the purpose in your grandchild’s name? A name can shape a child. A name can provide a sense of belonging, comfort, and purpose. Grandparents can make connections and build relationships through their grandchildren’s given names. One grandmother, Gail, has found the names of her grandchildren to be an excellent way to connect…
Read MoreRequests from Grandchildren
This post reflects the desire to come alongside a grandchild to encourage faith with prayer and financial means. The response to a grandchild’s request is one of thoughtfulness and love. A special thank you to guest blogger, David Appelhof for sharing his thoughts and experiences. xoBecky This past year, my wife and I have received a…
Read More12 Tips for Transitioning to Kindergarten
Kindergarten, it’s a big deal for children! Some kids transition well into the next stage of their education. Others are comfortable at preschool and would prefer not to change schools or classrooms! And other kids vacillate between excitement and hesitancy. With all kids, acknowledge the emotions that go into the kindergarten transition. Taking the time…
Read MoreRaising Courageous Kids
Are you raising courageous kids? Are they brave, willing to try new things, meet new people, and embrace new opportunities to learn? Some children dive right into unfamiliar situations while others hold back. Both responses are normal for young children! There are ways to encourage all children to be courageous in a variety of situations.…
Read MoreTough Transitions Tips for Littles
Do your little kids ever have a tough time with transitions? Is switching gears from playtime to cleanup difficult? Everyone has trouble with transitions now and again, adults included. Most families with young children deal with transition trouble often. Try these techniques for specific situations transition more easily. Helping your child cooperate and shift more…
Read MoreHealthy Teeth, Happy Smiles
Healthy teeth are reflected in healthy smiles. Seriously, is there anything cuter than a big smile; a baby’s toothless grin, a little kid’s front-tooth missing smile, a shy tinsel-grin of a tween with braces? Smiles are contagious and universal. Few human actions are as easy or rewarding as a smile. February is National Children’s Dental…
Read MoreThe Intentional Grandparenting Plan
Guest blogger and coauthor of Faithful Grandparenting, Carol Olsen, is passionate about grandparents speaking into the lives of their grandchildren. Watch for more ideas from Carol! Becoming intentional in your grandparenting takes planning. In our grandparent classes and in Faithful Grandparenting: Practical Ideas for Connecting the Generations, we encourage making a PLAN… an intentional grandparenting plan.…
Read MoreSweets for the Sweet…Valentine Treats
Valentine treats are sweets for our sweethearts. Valentine’s Day is exciting for kids with homemade cards, conversation heart candies, red gumdrops and shoe boxes covered in doilies and construction paper hearts. The holiday is a good reminder for us to love one another. This recipe is my family’s very favorite cutout cookie recipe. I remember…
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