Tag Archives: grandparents

40 Years of Marriage: When Young Love Lasts

As I was transferring appointments, birthdays, travel dates, etc. to my 2014 calendar this morning, I realized that on January…

When Grandma Chaperones the Field Trip

Since my daughter-in-law needs to spend time with the newest granddaughter, I have taken over some of the carpooling for the Big…

50 Years in the Workforce: A Look Back

Last month, I left my job of 10.5 years. I am grateful for the experience, the friends I made and…

What’s a Grandparent to Do?

This has been a great week. Our youngest son and wife had their second daughter. And of course, per my…

Missed Moments: Why My Parents Matter So Much Now

I stood at the end of my driveway, baby in my arms, sobbing as the white compact rental car carrying…

Parenthood Realizations: Thoughts that Accompany Motherhood

There are things other mothers tell you about having children when you have none of your own. The whole ‘Get…

How to Help Kids Through a Funeral

Last week we found ourselves on a new journey. My grandfather-in-law passed away. We drove the nearly ten hours to…

Thursday Three: Reasons I Appreciate My Mom More Than Ever

My mom and my youngest in July Photo by Amy Straka Photography My mom came to town last week and…

Fourth of July Memories: Part 1

By Sally I think the 4th of July has always been a special day for me.  I grew up in…

Teaching Restorative Justice to My Grandchildren

  I had the joy of being with my daughter’s family this last week.  They are an “entwined  family”….2 children from Dad, 1…