Monthly Archives: January 2009

What You Can Learn from President Obama’s Mother-in-Law

by rosemary, January 26, 2009

Now that Michelle Obama’s mother is living in the White House, will the cruel jokes and snide remarks about mothers-in-law finally stop? Will Marian Robinson, as first mother-in-law, be able to pave the way for acceptance, even respect, for this much-maligned branch of the family tree? Only time, and the nightly comedians, will tell. If you have a new son-in-law yourself, you can use Mrs. Robinson and other successful in-laws as your guides. Let them teach you how to adjust to your new role. It’s not easy. Once you’ve made … Continue reading →

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Obama’s Mother-in-law is Moving In

by phyllis, January 24, 2009

In this administration, with such a protective mom in chief, one major focus on the home-front will be the first daughters. The goal of these devoted parents is to help the girls find their way in their new environment. And Michelle’s mom is moving in for now, to provide a constant presence and keep the girls grounded. When asked about the relationship with his mother-in-law, the president, among other things, said: “I don’t tell my mother-in-law what to do.” Doesn’t it sound like our new president is off to a … Continue reading →

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Tips for the Sandwich Generation Family

by phyllis, January 23, 2009

Our focus this week has been on Obama family values. And their move into the White House, which includes Michelle’s mother, marks a major transition for all of them. No Sandwich Generation family always runs smoothly. And there can be problems that aren’t that easy to fix. As you evaluate the kind of support and strategies you need right now, keep the following tips in mind: Make sure your expectations are realistic. You may have very clear ideas about how you want your family to be. But realize that every … Continue reading →

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Virtual Book Tour for Sandwiched Boomers

by phyllis, January 21, 2009

We welcome Lynn Goodwin and all Sandwiched Boomers. Lynn’s book, YOU WANT ME TO DO WHAT? Journaling for Caregivers, gives encouragement, simple instructions, and over 200 sentence starts to get you journaling. According to Lynn, journaling relieves stress, helps you analyze and process your life, and sometimes helps you find joy. Even if you are only taking care of yourself, journaling is a great way to get through stuck places and open up new ideas. NR: Why do you believe that journaling is such a great stress reliever? LG: Writing … Continue reading →

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