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Tips for Grandmothers During the Holidays
This time of year, the role of grandmother can be most rewarding, especially if you and you grandchild spend some of the winter holidays together. Ours just visited for Thanksgiving and we all enjoyed being together to celebrate. While buying and giving presents is important, the most significant gift you can give your grandchild is your presence, attention and love. And you know the best gift you can receive back is a great big hug. For some budget-friendly and fun activities to do with your grandkids this holiday season, here’s … Continue reading
Thanksgiving is More Than Turkey Day
With Thanksgiving just a week away, are you busy making shopping lists, planning menus and creating seating charts? What about also setting aside some time to reflect? Think about the people, experiences and circumstances for which you are thankful. The stress of preparing for the holidays sometimes stands in the way of focusing on all we have to be thankful for – so take a deep breath and step back for a moment to relish, with gratitude, the gifts of family and friends. To help you begin, you’ll find some … Continue reading
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Enjoying Santa’s List
This holiday season choose to focus on recognizing everything you are thankful for. We’ve done that in our article, 5 Steps to Gratitude Despite a Tough Economy – you can access it by clicking on the post title above. We here at www.HerMentorCenter.com hope you enjoy the family time that his national holiday allows and we wish a very Merry Christmas to those who are celebrating today.
How was your Thanksgiving?
How was your Thanksgiving? For many Sandwiched Boomers, Thanksgiving was spent with family and friends gathered around the table. Most spent a few moments expressing their gratitude for the gifts of love and friendship they enjoy as well as for the many blessings bestowed on them. Saying thank you is one of the first phrases parents try to teach their children, but as adults – especially in this cruel economy – it is often difficult for us to express our gratitude. We know that in 1621, the Pilgrims first spent … Continue reading
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