Grandparenting can provide a renewed sense of wonder and purpose for us as older adults and a rekindling of memories. Memories of our own children’s early years–inhaling the scent of a newborn, pushing a little one “higher, higher!” on a swing, taking them to their first movie. Even memories of our own childhoods, and our…
DetailsWhether you live five minutes or 500 miles away, your grandchildren are so lucky to have you in their lives and so lucky that you want to be such a strong presence in their lives. And, they want you to be present in their lives. Here are five tips on how to make this happen.*…
DetailsJayendra Bhatt was a rickety old man at first glance. He would careen down our suburban sidewalk using his cane as if it were a comedic prop to make us grandchildren laugh. But “Dada” wasn’t rickety, neither in body nor in spirit. In his native India, he had been a scholar, a philosopher, a teacher–and…
DetailsFor the last 25 years, The Grandest Love has been the focus of my life and work, researching and lecturing about grandparenting issues, facilitating support groups, and developing community-based programs that allow intergenerational bonds to flourish. Along the way I’ve listened intently to hundreds of people’s stories–grandparents’ stories brimming with that special love but often…
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