Thanksgiving Family Traditions: Family, Friends, Food, and Fun

Reading about Thanksgiving is an opportunity to discuss gratitude, appreciation, and the reasons behind the Thanksgiving celebration.  Whether it’s funny or a little more serious, all …

These delicious Christmas Tree Brown Sugar Cookies and Lemon Whippersnappers, are at least two cookies my Grandma made that I remember well and our entire …

For a quick breakfast you can assemble the night before, this easy Holiday Egg Casserole is perfect for overnight guests. Easy Holiday Breakfast Egg Casserole …

These fun family Christmas traditions fall into the same categories as the “Fun with Kids” section on this blog including “Do Things”, “Go Places”, “Eat”, …

Being a new Grandma is exciting and wonderful!  You’re probably getting a lot of advice about Grandparenting, aren’t you?  Well, I’ve learned a few things …

It’s hard to know what to get Grandma for Christmas.  Find the perfect gift for Grandma here in our Grandma gift guide full of unique …

Are you trying to decide what gift to get a new Grandma for her first Christmas? Here are some fun Christmas gift ideas for new Grandmas.   …

Looking for a great gift for your Mom or Grandma?  We looked high and low and found these 31 best gardening gifts for Mom or Grandma …

When you can’t be with your Grandchildren, when they are long-distance or when other circumstances are keeping you apart, you can still connect with these …

A Grandparent’s advice for Grandchildren.  They’re so young and innocent.  And I’m old and wise.  Maybe.  Anyway, I’m sending this message to my Grandchildren with …

With 3.8 million babies born in the U.S. during the year, chances are good you know one or two of them.  Babies born this year …

The question: “How often should Grandparents see their Grandchildren?” can only be answered by you.  In order to please everyone, there is a fine balance …

While a few of these gifts are geared toward Grandmas, most are great camping gifts for Mom OR Grandma.  For the Mom or Grandma in …

Handwritten Recipe Gifts will be treasured by the recipient for years to come. Here are some great ways to preserve your family recipes and celebrate …

Volunteering with Grandchildren will certainly be a satisfying and rewarding experience in many ways! Find a cause or volunteer opportunity you can share with your …

Grandparents going overboard with gift-giving can cause real problems. Are you guilty? Let’s explore some real solutions that will make everyone happy. As an Amazon …

Pop some popcorn, grab a drink, pull out your favorite old-fashioned board games and make it a game night at Grandma’s house!  And if you …

Here are some fun and unique care package ideas for kids.  When you can’t visit in person, these care packages for kids will remind them …

Get the kids outside and have a blast with these classic old-fashioned yard games to play with kids outside.  A Blast from your OWN past! …

Making a Family Cookbook is easy and fun.  Whether it’s for a family reunion, for the new bride, or for your Grandkids, passing down recipes …

So you’re a new Grandma?  In order to make visits to your home easier for your Grandchild (and their parents!), it’s good to have a …

When you’re exploring your family history, you may uncover surprising family secrets, scandals, and skeletons along the way.  Some family stories you may wish you …

Collecting family memories of your life today and of the past as well, can be a challenge.  You know that as time passes, recalling details …

At the time of this post, it is March 2020 and many people are finding themselves at home with the kids.  If you’re looking for …

By the time she’s 60, she probably has just about everything she really needs.  Deciding on a meaningful 60th birthday gift for her can be …

Here are a few ideas for Spring Mother’s Day gift ideas for Grandma or Mom.  Really, these are good “anytime” gifts for Grandmothers. Mothers Day.  …

Mother’s Day is fast approaching!  Are you ready?  Have you thought about what you will do for your mom or how you go about remembering …

Having a birthday is a great reason to celebrate.  Especially if you’re turning 70!  Quit wondering what she would like and find the perfect gift …

Dyeing Easter eggs is one of the fun memories you can make with kids. Here are some super fun Easter egg dyeing ideas that you …

The best Easter Songs for kids are ones that help them remember the moments.  Read more about music & memories here. Creating holiday memories, at …

Being a Grandma is so exciting!  And falling into the role is easy.  I can tell you from experience, it’s something you can’t even imagine…  …

This Mocha Cocoa Special Recipe is warm, sweet, and the perfect pick-me-up on a cold winter day! Try it with your favorite shortbread cookie for …

A warm breakfast on a cold winter morning…  This amazingly delicious French Toast recipe is so easy to make and tastes great, too.  Healthy and …

Always a hit at any party, this Strawberry Lemonade recipe is sure to be your new favorite summer drink.  Enjoy this refreshing drink at your …

This strawberry lime smoothie is delicious as well as healthy!  With a hint of lime and honey, it’s a strawberry lover’s delight! Smoothies are Healthy …

A little fruity, a little healthy, this quick and easy recipe for Frozen Banana Pops fits the bill! It’s a fun and tasty recipe kids …

Inside:  This Candy Corn PayDay mix has everything you need for a mix that tastes like a PayDay Candy Bar.  And everything you need isn’t …

In response to the apparent need for a sweet tea without the use of sugar and a sweet tea that is just as good (or …

Being a new Grandma is exciting, awesome, and amazing beyond words.  Your life will change in ways you can’t imagine.  Let me share some tidbits …

Yummy Funnel Cake Rosette Treats Grandma gave me some of her cookie recipes.  She asked me to carry on her cookie-making tradition when she no …

This Nut-free White Chocolate Chex Mix is one everyone will love.  While peanuts are usually a big part of this type of snack mix, we’ve …

This rich and creamy Baked Potato Soup is perfect for a cold winter day.  Snuggle up in front of the fire with a warm bowl of …

Passing down a love of sports to your Grandkids really isn’t that hard. If you’re a sports fan, no matter which sport is your pick, …

What valuable life lessons were learned in 2020? This has been a crazy year, filled with uncertainty, change, self-examination, and growth.  From the pandemic, the economic …

You’ll love this yummy dirt cake cups recipe and so will the kids!  If you’re going to spoil the kids with sweets, at least keep …

This trail mix has everything you need for a perfect Fall Trail Mix.  And if you make it especially for Halloween, it becomes the Ultimate …

Everything is coming up pumpkins this fall!  This Easy-to-Make Fall Pumpkin Dip is awesome!  No matter what time of year it is, if you enjoy …

Halloween books for kids can be read over and over again.  We’ve looked around and found some of our favorite books for kids about Halloween, …

Creating a Fall Bucket List will help you to get it all in this season.  Fall in the U.S. is in September, October, and November.  …

Made-From-Scratch Banana Bread is perfect for a quick breakfast or even as a dessert.  This old-fashioned banana bread recipe is from my 83-year-old mom whose …