Our original GoodGrandma℠ Grandma Connie had a clever IDEA! When her grandkids were younger, and they were loosing their teeth, she made each of then their own pillowcase. She made with fabric print that fit their personality and embroidered their name on it. The kids used them for sleepovers and loved being able to find their …
GoodGrandma℠ Thoughts from Grandma’s Camp would like to share the IDEA of journaling. This is such a good IDEA we had to share it! Journaling at Grandma’s Camp is an amazing activity on so many levels. Having this a part of camp gives the grandkids a chance to practice their writing skills, formulate thoughts into …
An important part of Grandma’s Camp is keeping the grandkids fed and avoiding the “HANGRY’S!” We have a few suggestions we would like to share with you about preparing meals and snacks before Grandma’s Camp even begins. PLAN AHEAD: Plan, plan, plan!! If you are doing a hike, make trail mix to have on hand …
January 2019 Thoughts from Grandma’s Camp Grandmas Camp thought this month is WHEN do you hold Grandma’s Camp? Scheduling can be difficult with older grandkids. The younger kids may be a little easier, but discussing “when” with parents is a must. Our advice: PLAN far in ahead! Here are a few items to think about when …
A GoodGrandma Spotlight We would like to introduce a GoodGrandma℠ who has hosted an annual Grandma’s Camp for the past 14 years! That’s right, 14 years of camps! She’s an expert!!! Grandma Maddy, also know as “Mad Dog,” is a remarkable Grandma! Her twin grandsons were born 14 years ago and Grandma Maddy has held a Grandma’s …
Makeshift Grandma’s Camp Recently, GoodGrandma℠ had the opportunity care for two granddaughter’s while their parents were away. Our time together became a makeshift grandma’s camp. We had four days and three nights to make memories. Knowing I am no spring chicken, I planned our daily activities accordingly. DAY ONE: We met up with a few …
Sewing Classes with Grandma Connie GoodGrandma℠ considers herself blessed to have a mom who is so talented at sewing! She is an amazing seamstress! She can even perform miracles in her sewing room. Years ago, my sister had a picture from a magazine of a dress she wanted her bridesmaids to wear at her wedding. …
Summer Library Reading Programs Grandmas! One of the easiest and cheapest ways to entertain grandchildren is to go to your local library. When planning summer visits with grandkids and activities for Grandma’s Camp, don’t forget to check out your library’s summer schedule. GoodGrandma℠ highly recommends getting the kiddos signed up for a summer reading program. …
Take A Hike! Hey, Grandmas, do you like to hike? Our family has created our very own hiking club. We’ve named ourselves The “Abe Froman Hiking Club” or AFHC for short. Get this; today is National Hike With A Geek Day!!! Who knew that was a thing? We are all a bunch of geeks, so …
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