The last full month of summer is upon us and it’s not surprising that August is Family Fun Month. For many, September means heading back to school and a ramping up of our schedules. So enjoy every one of...
Caring for a loved one can be a challenging and rewarding experience. But it can also be exhausting, both physically and emotionally. Caregivers need time to themselves to recharge and maintain their own mental health. Unfortunately, this is often...
Many of us have drawn up formal wills, either through a lawyer or on our own with witnesses. If we should become incapacitated or die before we have everything in order, our relatives, friends and beneficiaries may not have...
Children are often stuck in the middle if one of your adult children gets a divorce. For grandparents, this time can also be a minefield as you are trying not to hurt anyone’s feelings. Your grandchildren may reach out...
This Halloween, spending time with your grandchildren can be more fun than ever. There are lots of Halloween activities that young and old can enjoy together. The holiday is a perfect time for grandparents and grandchildren to find things...
You spend years looking after your children and preparing them for when they are on their own. When the time comes and they have finally left, after that first sigh of relief comes an empty feeling. This is empty...
An aged parent's relationship with his children tends to be a bit complex. The quality fluctuates from childhood and adolescence and continues through until adulthood and this strong emotional tie ensures everyone's well-being.
It is integral for those individuals who...
August is the month to celebrate your legacy. Your legacy is what you are remembered for or what you have left behind that is important to someone or has influenced others. During this month you can think about your...
This June, celebrate all of the wonders of the great outdoors by getting outside during National Great Outdoors Month. What began as Great Outdoor Week during the time of President Clinton has now become a month long celebration of...
July 23rd is National Gorgeous Grandma Day. This is the day to make sure your grandmother knows just how gorgeous she is and just how much she means to you! Gorgeous Grandma Day was introduced by Alice Solomon, an...
