Grandparents Caring for Grandchildren
Some of the grandparents I know live with their children and grandchildren. Others have grandchildren living in their homes, sometimes with one or both parents, others without. In fact, nearly four million American children, and 1.5 million grandparents, live in...
Moments of Joy
Last week I drove to San Diego for my son’s wedding. Helping him and his fiancee put the final touches on their plans, then stepping back and participating in each event, I experienced joy over and over, breath-stopping joy. And in unexpected places. I think...
Paying Attention: A Lesson in Mindfulness
Be in the Moment My five year old granddaughter spent last weekend with me. I had been looking forward to the time together as a special treat, but I had no idea that I was about to receive a lesson in mindfulness. Bean and I are generally together for four hours at...
The Tao of Trial by Jury
You’ve Got Mail! I should have taken my blood pressure the day my jury summons arrived. I remember feeling lightheaded, and the hair on the back of my neck felt prickly. It wasn’t the first summons I’ve received, of course. I’m a committed...Hospital Birth in 2016: A Family Experience
The Birth of a New Grandchild Today I met my new granddaughter. I held her in my arms and looked into her wise little eyes. It was, as such rare events are, a magical experience, one that will stay with me for a very long time. But almost as magical was watching her...
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