The Unexpected Blessing of a Less-Than-Perfect Grandma
It wasn’t until I had kids that I began to wonder what it might have been like to hug a grandparent who returned affection with shining, loving eyes.
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A Grandma's Review of the Parenting On Display at Open Gym
I understand my place in history. But I’m frequently distracted by how much control kids wield just by being kids.
Wannabe Grandmas Have a Biological Clock of Their Own
In the past year, the desire to hold my children’s children has been growing strong, like a train picking up speed on a fast track.
How Grandma Shared Important Life Lessons
My grandmother would be 100 this year if she were still alive. I consider myself fortunate that she was an active presence in my life. She got to meet my children and the older ones have fond memories of her. My grandmother only had an elementary school education. She may not have been the smartest … Continue reading “How Grandma Shared Important Life Lessons”
How to be the Best Grandma (and Drive Your Adult Kids Crazy)
My mom is a grandma on steroids, blinded by adoration, paranoia, and utter subjectivity when it comes to the objects of her perfection – I meant, affection.
How Parents Unwittingly Nurture Patriarchy
Since Harvey Weinstein – and countless other prominent men – have been outed as sexual predators (at worst) and clueless misogynists (at best), adults are more frequently giving our daughters empowering talks and broaching subjects like consent, patriarchy, and basic human decency with our daughters and sons. When it comes to truly supporting the next … Continue reading “How Parents Unwittingly Nurture Patriarchy”
Does Your Home Feel Imperfect? Congratulations, You’ve Mastered an Ancient Japanese Aesthetic
You don’t have to hire a decorator or scour the internet for ideas, products, or advice to create a wabi-sabi infused home.
12 Books You Won't Be Able to Read Your Kid Without Crying
While these make great bedtime stories, you may want to cram a tissue up your sleeve, grandma style for those guaranteed sniffles.
The Tiny Blue Stocking I Pack Away Each Holiday Season
There are only four of us in the family. But that fifth stocking belongs to our family, too.
The Perfect Films For Your Next Mother/Tween Daughter Movie Night
Besides Nancy Drew, here are 10 new classics for moms and their tween daughters to watch together.